How to say no

[rockyroad]

Originally Posted by socalreff

The problem is that most of them are more interested in filling their pockets than filling slots.

Wow...now there's a sweeping generalization for you. And one that I completely disagree with. Those assignors jobs depend on who they put on the floor each season...they have the "right" (for lack of a better word) to expect you to prove yourself each season.

Having said that, I find it hard to believe that a JuCo assignor wouldn't realize that going to a "higher level" camp is a pretty good thing and accept that as their proof that you are working on your game.

And for doubleringer - I found myself in a similiar situation several years ago. When the assignor (who I get along with sooooo well) called me and asked why I wasn't signed up for the camp, I pulled out my notes from the previous summer's camp and read back to her the comments her evaluators gave me. Things like "Why the f--- are you here? There's nothing we can teach you." And "Why are you wasting your time coming here again? You need to go to a different camp." Pretty much ended the conversation right then and there. And yes, I'm still on the roster - or at least was. We'll see come next August!

[Tio]

I would agree with what has been posted by the other users, but would add the following. I think you really have to be careful about how you handle this. On one hand, you don't want the assigner to write you off or reduce your schedule. On the other, it is good to get input from fresh eyes. I would solicit feedback from the veteran officials in the group. Hopefully, there are some you trust that would give you their honest opinion on your summer plans. It might be worth only attending the camp for a day or two so at least you are getting in front of the assigner. Another possibility is to see if the assigner attends other camps in the area as an observer or clinician. Unfortunately, most assigners make you play the game of paying to go to their camps.

Good luck.