Longtime listener, first time caller

[Mike Burns]

Originally posted by OverAndBack
my question is - does everyone feel this way after the first time you do this? It's hard and I'm a bit bummed I didn't do a better job. Do we all usually do badly the first time?

Thanks.

Yes! Most of us felt just like you after our first game. It's funny how easy it is to be critical of the refs until you try it for yourself.

Don't feel bummed though. Even the most seasoned officials still have games or at least calls during games that we wish we could get a "do over".

Sounds to me like you have been doing the right things to get ready for your first time on the court. Continue to do these same things. You might even want to get someone to video you. It will be a great tool for you to evaluate yourself.

Welcome to the club.