Brian and rec ball

stripes · #2 (**permalink**) Mon Apr 29, 2002, 03:32pm

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Originally posted by ChuckElias

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originally written by Brian Watson
Plus, it makes me want to vomit when I hear people tell rookies to work as much rec ball as possible, what a better place to learn your mechanics...but that is a different soapbox altogether.

Brian, this is advice that I often give to new officials, so I'm honestly curious as to the reasons that have triggered your reverse peristalsis.

Thanks.

Chuck

I have told many young officials to work these games for one reason--to see plays. As a young official especially, you need to see plays. Lots of them and different ones. It is the only way to get used to being on the court and reacting to what happens there. The fastest and easiest way to get games is in rec leagues.