Need advice from officials with experience

[OfficialBFish]

Originally Posted by Stat-Man

In your case, perhaps you could remind your partner to use a strong whistle/voice and proper signals to clearly communicate what's he calling for everyone's benefit--and most importantly, yours.

I've worked with rookies twice this year and I try to come up with 2-3 things they did well to praise them on (to help them develop good habits) and 2-3 things for them to work on (so they can get better). That way, they receive meaningful feedback without being overwhelmed. I appreciated the officials who put up with me as a rookie, so I try to show the same patience and support when I work with rookies.

Finally, welcome to the world of officiating.

Thanks for the advice. The thing is though like I said, sometimes that partner is a 30-40 year old, and not sure it would go over to well for them to hear that from another rookie who is 18

[Nevadaref]

Originally Posted by OfficialBFish

Thanks for the advice. The thing is though like I said, sometimes that partner is a 30-40 year old, and not sure it would go over to well for them to hear that from another rookie who is 18

You are correct that at 18 older officials won't take comments from you well.