First time this has happend...

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Originally posted by Smitty

No offense, but 3 years of HS officiating rarely makes anyone above average. Are you a regular member yet? I think Camron posted some interesting stats stating something like 80% of officials think they are above average. That means 30% are overzealous. Take your time and realize that there are so many of us in our association who are vying for those coveted varsity games.

Been refing for 6 years (IM ball, HS rec ball before that), 3 years in Portland. Gone to camps, gotten evals etc... While I consider myself above average, I don't consider myself perfect, nor ready for 4A/3A Boys/Girls varsity games. Probably could handle some 2A/1A games. I don't expect, Varsity games with my current ability, when they come, I'll take them. I've seen a steady increase in the types of games I'm getting. I've been treated fairly (in my opinion) and my improving ability has earned me an increase in the types of games I get, which is all one can ask for.

When/if I get a varsity game, I'll gladly take it, but right now I'm just content working on improving my game and working JV games. I still know that I have a LONG way to go before I'm at a level to consistantly work 4A games and that's fine. I'm in this for the long haul.