PEEWEE gone bad

[dknick78]

Momstwo,

I watched my daugther play AAU for five years and coached my sons AAU team for another five. I wasn't a coach that was always on the officials but, I did my share of questioning officials' calls.

I wanted to stay close to the kids and basketball because I enjoyed it so much. I have been officiating for the last three years. I wish I would have taken the steps to get certifide prior to my coaching. I know that I would have been a better coach. I actually know the rules now. I now watch my son in High School from the stands. I have a very different prospective now. I can't tell you how many times I have turned to one of my fellow parents who was questioning a call and say "well he is right".

Sure officials make mistakes. We are human. I sincerely believe that 99.9% of those who wear the stripes and are certifide are trying thier level best to get it right.

I love the game and it can be a great teaching tool for kids. It can teach them about life. How to win and how to lose. How to work hard and take instruction.

My advice would be to not let an inexperienced elementary school official cause you to lose sleep. Better days ahead.

IMHO

dknick78

[Edited by dknick78 on Jan 19th, 2006 at 09:10 AM]