knowing the rules

[just another ref]

Originally posted by Jurassic Referee
...you just stabbed the guys on the floor right in the back. Going over a rules mistake in the dressing room with the officials involved is one thing, but basically telling the fans that the officials screwed up is a whole different matter.

I respectfully disagree. The fans knew the officials screwed up. They just could not quote chapter and verse to prove the point. When fans ask you "Was that wrong?" what do you say? If it is a question of a block/charge call, it
is easy to say "I don't know." because you don't. You may have a strong opinion, but it is often good to keep that to yourself. Fans sometimes will disagree and ask me to confirm it: "That wasn't a travel, was it?" "Actually, it was. Good call." "Hmmph!" and a lot of times this person won't ask you anything else. But if it is a question on a rule, chances are I do know, and those who know me know that I know. I find it hard not to tell what the rule is in this situation.

[Edited by just another ref on Dec 7th, 2003 at 06:45 PM]