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[Old School]

Originally Posted by Jurassic Referee

Naw, it's not hating.It's just kinda hard to take anyone seriously who professes to be an official but never has owned a rule book. That would be like me claiming to be a nuclear physicist because I watch the Science channel.

More propaganda from the almighty one.

[M&M Guy]

Originally Posted by Old School

More propaganda from the almighty one.

Well, everytime he brings it up, all you can do is call him names and say big words like "propaganda". How about addressing it directly; a simple 'yes' or 'no' answer will do:

Do you currently have a copy of the NFHS rule book and case book?

A (real) wise man once said: "It is better for one to remain silent and have people think they're the fool, rather than open one's mouth and remove all doubt."

Don't shoot the messenger.

Have a nice day.

[Old School]

Originally Posted by M&M Guy

Well, everytime he brings it up, all you can do is call him names and say big words like "propaganda". How about addressing it directly; a simple 'yes' or 'no' answer will do:

Do you currently have a copy of the NFHS rule book and case book?

A (real) wise man once said: "It is better for one to remain silent and have people think they're the fool, rather than open one's mouth and remove all doubt."

If you where a real referee, you wouldn't have to ask such a dumb question.

Let's quite BS'ing each other and get down to the real issue. The true question is not whether I have a rule book (hence propaganda) or not, the question is whether or not I'm a real official. A very wise artist once said, if you don't know me by now (after 400+ posts), you will never never never know me. I would be impressed if you knew off the top who sang that.

So the true ?? is, do you believe I'm an official? The answer is entirely up to you. Do I believe you are a real official? It doesn't matter to me. I will respect you as long as you are respectful of me. However, once you crossed that proverbial line, there is no going back.

[Adam]

Now, we have to think about how we define "real official." If it's just someone who owns a striped shirt, whistle, and black shorts, then it doesn't matter.

If it is someone who actually belongs to an organization of officials (peers who train and teach and hold each other accountable), who studies the rules in an effort to better understand them and to better apply them to games, and who actually cares about the game itself instead of the check; well, then let's just say there are quite a few refs that don't qualify.

I'm certain that M&M, however, does qualify.

[ChrisSportsFan]

Originally Posted by Snaqwells

Now, we have to think about how we define "real official." If it's just someone who owns a striped shirt, whistle, and black shorts, then it doesn't matter.

If it is someone who actually belongs to an organization of officials (peers who train and teach and hold each other accountable), who studies the rules in an effort to better understand them and to better apply them to games, and who actually cares about the game itself instead of the check; well, then let's just say there are quite a few refs that don't qualify.

I'm certain that M&M, however, does qualify.

As one who has witnessed M&M officiate, I can vouch for his realness.

[M&M Guy]

Originally Posted by ChrisSportsFan

As one who has witnessed M&M officiate, I can vouch for his realness.

Whew, thanks Chris.

After reading OS's posts, I was wondering if I was just a figment of my imagination.

[M&M Guy]

Originally Posted by Old School

If you where a real referee, you wouldn't have to ask such a dumb question.

Let's quite BS'ing each other and get down to the real issue. The true question is not whether I have a rule book (hence propaganda) or not, the question is whether or not I'm a real official. A very wise artist once said, if you don't know me by now (after 400+ posts), you will never never never know me. I would be impressed if you knew off the top who sang that.

So the true ?? is, do you believe I'm an official? The answer is entirely up to you. Do I believe you are a real official? It doesn't matter to me. I will respect you as long as you are respectful of me. However, once you crossed that proverbial line, there is no going back.

Unfortunately, the question isn't as dumb as the answer.

You have, by so obviously avoiding answering a simple, direct question, actually showed your lack of respect for me. You want me to stop BS'ing you, however, that is all you to to any of us that ask you direct questions.

I now have no doubt you have outright lied when you answered my question about what levels you have officiated. I now have no doubt JR is absolutely correct when he says you do not have, or have even seen, an NFHS rule book. Many actual officials can see through the facade, even inexperienced ones. Most of us that post on this forum try to help our avocation by teaching others less experienced than us. I still learn things from people more experienced than me. But we will continue to point out your obvious mis-statements and bad advice. You certainly have a right to your opinion. Likewise, we have a right to ours. If you don't like it, feel free to go elsewhere.

Btw, who the hell cares if I know about Harold Melvin and the Blue Notes?

[worldbefree]

Old School is most likely a "real official". That doesn't mean he has to be a good official or even know what he is talking about. He is the type of official he always talks about not wanting to work with again. Only in this case you wouldn't want to work with him the first time. Let's also be clear that just because an official owns a rule book, doesn't mean they understand what is in it. We have all worked with guys who have been around long enough that they "know" the game, and don't need the book. And there are also those officials who can't quite conprehend what the rule book says. The book only gives you the rules, it doesn't go out on the floor with you and help you apply them. So with that, we should allow Old School to say he's a "real official" but all hope that none of us ever has to work with him.

[Old School]

Originally Posted by worldbefree

Old School is most likely a "real official". That doesn't mean he has to be a good official or even know what he is talking about. He is the type of official he always talks about not wanting to work with again. Only in this case you wouldn't want to work with him the first time. Let's also be clear that just because an official owns a rule book, doesn't mean they understand what is in it. We have all worked with guys who have been around long enough that they "know" the game, and don't need the book. And there are also those officials who can't quite conprehend what the rule book says. The book only gives you the rules, it doesn't go out on the floor with you and help you apply them. So with that, we should allow Old School to say he's a "real official" but all hope that none of us ever has to work with him.

You almost had a real good post here. If you could take out the personal attacks, which BTW, is what we are supposed to do as officials, that is not take sides, being neutral. You guys have shown that you don't have what it takes internally to be a true official. On the outside you are fine, but on the inside, you lack what it takes. Your persistence to want to put me down, make me look bad in the eyes of others, the propaganda, is well beyond the art of officiating. IMHO, good officials, true officials do not engage in such personal attacks on each other.

[deecee]

i havent seen any personal attacks -- what I have seen is a very good, clear and concise debuffing of ones apparent credentials or lack thereof.

[Old School]

Originally Posted by M&M Guy

I now have no doubt you have outright lied when you answered my question about what levels you have officiated. I now have no doubt JR is absolutely correct when he says you do not have, or have even seen, an NFHS rule book.

I would not bet all my money on that.

Many actual officials can see through the facade, even inexperienced ones. Most of us that post on this forum try to help our avocation by teaching others less experienced than us. I still learn things from people more experienced than me. But we will continue to point out your obvious mis-statements and bad advice.

Do what you feel you have to do for the sake of others, but take some advise from me. Don't bet all your money on what JR thinks. I'm going to continue to do what I feel is best for the sake of others too. Just remember one thing, you can't bullsh!it the bullsh!itter.

You certainly have a right to your opinion. Likewise, we have a right to ours. If you don't like it, feel free to go elsewhere.

Perhaps the only thing you have stated on this discussion that is worth reading. Perhaps you should take your own advice and simply not respond if it's something you don't like instead of playing the hate card. Teaching people to hate others that share a different opinion is bad for the world that we share and must all live in.

Btw, who the hell cares if I know about Harold Melvin and the Blue Notes?

You do, since you mentioned it. Quit hating so much, life is too short. Now repeat after me, it's not all about me, again, it's not all about me. It's about the players and the game, but it's not all about me!

[M&M Guy]

Originally Posted by Old School

I would not bet all my money on that.

Again, still no direct answer, just BS.

Yes or no: Do you currently have the rule book and case book?

Originally Posted by Old School

Just remember one thing, you can't bullsh!it the bullsh!itter.

What does this mean? Lay it out for me, since sometimes I might be a little dense. Who's doing the bullsh!tting, and who is the bullsh1tter in this conversation?

Originally Posted by Old School

Perhaps the only thing you have stated on this discussion that is worth reading. Perhaps you should take your own advice and simply not respond if it's something you don't like instead of playing the hate card. Teaching people to hate others that share a different opinion is bad for the world that we share and must all live in.

Interesting. The only person talking about hate is you. I really don't hate you. Do you hate me, and others? Is that why you are bringing up hate?

I (and others) will certainly point out when we disagree with one of your posts. And we will also point out when you are factually wrong. And, in all cases, it has nothing to do with hate, it has to do expressing our opinions and pointing out facts. And, most importantly, it really is about the players. However, if you keep avoiding questions and posting bad advice, it just shows it's only about you, right?

[tmp44]

I'm on my 180th bag of popcorn regarding this thread....anyone have any Pepsi so I can wash it down?

[Old School]

Originally Posted by M&M Guy

Again, still no direct answer, just BS. Yes or no: Do you currently have the rule book and case book?

What is with you and this rulebook? Give it a rest. I'm okay with whatever you think or believe about me and the rulebooks, plus I have already answered this question.

What does this mean? Lay it out for me, since sometimes I might be a little dense. Who's doing the bullsh!tting, and who is the bullsh1tter in this conversation?

That is for you to figure out, however, I will leave you with this. I don't care whether you have a rulebook or not. I don't base my decision to like you or dislike you based on the fact that you have a rulebook or not. Now, who is BS'ing who?

Interesting. The only person talking about hate is you. I really don't hate you. Do you hate me, and others? Is that why you are bringing up hate?

I hate no one, but there must be something in the Kool-Aid around here when you think your actions, are beyond reproach, or better stated, your sh!it don't sink.

I (and others) will certainly point out when we disagree with one of your posts. And we will also point out when you are factually wrong. And, in all cases, it has nothing to do with hate, it has to do expressing our opinions and pointing out facts. And, most importantly, it really is about the players.

Disagreeing and having your own opinion on a subject is perfectly okay with me. Just don't turn it personal. Be about the topic and leave the personal innuendo's to the haters, but don't be surprised if you fire off a round at me, and I return the fire.

[Raymond]

Originally Posted by Old School

A very wise artist once said, if you don't know me by now (after 400+ posts), you will never never never know me. I would be impressed if you knew off the top who sang that.

Harold Melvin and the Bluenotes (Teddy P. singing lead).

Decent remake by Simply Red in the 90's.