calling the unusual??

[David B]

Originally posted by JRutledge
Why would there be such different mechanics across in the same state? Does your state not set some standards that everyone has to apply?

Peace

the state sets the standards but each association still has a lot of say in what goes on.

For example - all of our games in our association were three man mechanics. Our association told the schools that was the way we would do it and they were fine with it.

The majority of the state is still using two man with the exception of the larger schools.

Also since we have a lot of college officials, we use the flex a lot and sometimes will do straight college mechanics.

The state still likes the old style of C always across the table and lots of long switches etc.,

But, we're making progress. Maybe one day we'll all be on the same page.

But its not unusual to have a playoff game with an official who has not called three man all year long. That is a big problem IMO. No matter what you cover in pregame, it still makes for a shaky game coverage wise.

thanks
David