Why officiate? and rules question

[williebfree]

I officiate because...

It is the best seat in the house.

I needed a fitness plan and I am too lazy to do it unless I am paid to get off my fat a$$.

I needed to test my ability "to work under pressure."

I look good in stripes. Foot locker wasn't hiring when I bought my shirts.

I love to "whistle while I work."

OK, so you don't like those "reasons"?

Seriously, I officiate because I enjoy the competitive atmosphere of the gym, the sportsmanship of most players and coaches, the challenge to learn the rules and wisely apply them to "manage a game" as fairly as humanly possible, the physical conditioning it requires to maintain good position on the court, etc...

Oh ya, the few $$$ I earn is nice too.

Give it a try and find out if it is "your call-ing"