Maybe it would be better if I just didn't know the rules

[RookieDude]

Originally posted by rainmaker
I gotta disagree completely...it IS NOT a little thing

...and here, Chuck is one of your many "defenders" that will come to bat for you...which is great, if you are looking for a "Mutual Admiration Society". I think you want to hear opposing views, Chuck, therefore my post.

Again, I just gave MY opinion on the little stuff issue...do what YOU think will make it a better game.
Whatever you choose on this issue dosen't make you a bad official, IMO.

Last night, I did a playoff game between two cross town rival teams fighting for a spot in the Regional tourney. Packed gym, 3000+ screaming fans. My assignor was there. If I had stopped the game to discuss some issue with the band he may or may not have thought it was needed. If I had T'd the Coaches up for stepping out on the court, as they did numerous times, he may or may not have liked it. I guess what I am saying is...that is not my style and it has served me well in the past. My fellow officials...do what you think is good game management. Have a philosophy. If your philosophy is getting everything "by the book"...fine, maybe it will work in your area.


[Edited by RookieDude on Feb 22nd, 2004 at 09:54 AM]