What Do You Know Now That You Wish You Had Known When You First Started?

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Originally Posted by DrFeelGood

I finally am going to start emailing/applying to become an official for grade/high school games in my city. I don't really plan to make a career out of officiating but I feel it'd be incredibly fun.



If they do call me in, what could I do to leave a good impression?



What mistakes did you make early that you wish you had known before?

It is a great avocation but plan on spending a good amount of time studying rules and case book examples and learning the proper mechanics.

Be yourself and exhibit a good sense of discipline tempered with a great sense of humor.

Asking for advice and getting a mentor.