Mechanics Video

[ToGreySt]

I tried to search for a thread on this, so I apologize if I'm creating a dup here.

Have any of you seen and would recommend the 2-man mechanics video from officiating.com? I would like to get something to help me get better this year and there is only so much I can get from the NFHS officials manual.

if you don't like that video, any other you might recommend?

thanks

[Mregor]

Referee magazine/NASO puts out a good book that I personally bought several years ago. I have no comment on the videos other than they sponsor this site and a paying customer would probably be appreciated.

[jodibuck]

Try the two man mechanics dvd at www.ultimatepregame.com. It is excellent. The two man mechanics video from officiating.com is okay, but we found the ultimate pregame to be much better. I think they have taken the dvd off their website, but they may still have some dvd's available.

[rainmaker]

your best bet is probably to get a local experienced ref to teach you. I'm always in favor of books and videos when they'll help, but I would think some on-floor, real-time coaching would be even better.

[ToGreySt]

Originally Posted by rainmaker

your best bet is probably to get a local experienced ref to teach you. I'm always in favor of books and videos when they'll help, but I would think some on-floor, real-time coaching would be even better.

I only wish this would be enough, I just finished the apprentice class and they do have a couple of mechanics classes scheduled, but my knowledge will be slim to none when I get on the court for the first time this season, which I hope will be very soon. So anything to give me a heads up, or at least getting me to the same level of the other guys in my class, would be welcome.