Help on rules interpretation

[Adam]

Originally Posted by David B

That doesn't make any sense to me - the only way you learn is to be able to debate the questions and rules - that's all a part of becoming a better umpire.

One of the most important things an umpire can do is to "use proper terminology" especially when you do have a play that requires you to "discuss" the rule with a coach etc.,

Learning to use the right terminology here on the boards should help you to remember that when you have a banger play and everyone is screaming and yelling for an explanation etc,

After this thread it should be easy to remember at least one thing - its not a force play. That can help especially a "newer" guy.

At least that's my take

Thanks
David

Not to mention the fact that officials of all sports need to develop a bit of a thick skin. It's hard to imagine (a hypothetical) someone who gets his feelings hurt by volumeless, faceless strangers on the internet actually holding up under the pressure of a coach and fans yelling during a game.