Should I stay or should I go

[BillyMac]

Originally Posted by Freddy

Semper ubi, sub ubi. Oh, sorry. I guess that belongs with the thread, "Proper Officiating Uniform."

I can't find anything in the manual stating that officials must wear underwear. Some of us like to go commando, and the manual allows it. I checked it with my evaluator.

[Jim Henry]

I am 54 years old and entering my 8th season. I guess I starting being a ref somewhat late in life but I wanted a challenge, get some exercise and try something different.

I do mostly MS, Jr H, Frosh, and a few JV. Boys and girls. I don’t aspire to ever do V games. Some may think that is wrong or weak but that’s want I want. I enjoy being out there with the little ones and trying to be a teacher, (not a coach.). I don’t think I’ll ever do rec games because of the lack of discipline and the lack of enforcement of league rules.

My first few years I would go home after a tough game and say, “Why do I keep doing this?” But I didn’t quit for some reason.

I keep on doing games and it gets easier and better each year. Sure, there will always be the jerk coach and stupid spectator, but for the most part, it’s a fulfilling experience.

I tend to be tough on myself when I make a bad call, replay the play and call in my head on the ride home, but I learn to let it go. I do about 2-3 games a week and that is adequate for me and I think I go a good job because the same ADs ask me to come back ever year.

In closing, sit back and evaluate your goals. Weigh the advantages over the disadvantages and go from there. Fewer games with more “teachable” moments with younger players may be just want you need.

Best wishes and hang in there!

[26 Year Gap]

Originally Posted by BillyMac

I can't find anything in the manual stating that officials must wear underwear. Some of us like to go commando, and the manual allows it. I checked it with my evaluator.

I guess that would be funnier in the event of having your pants split open.

[BillyMac]

Originally Posted by 26 Year Gap

I guess that would be funnier in the event of having your pants split open.

For whom?

[26 Year Gap]

Originally Posted by BillyMac

For whom?

Your evaluator, of course.

[OHBBREF]

Originally Posted by Philz

I've been doing NJB, HS, and adult rec ball. Last year ... I worked my ussual 100 plus game

cut out the wreck ball and see how it goes. If that doesn't bring back the fun and you do not enjoy it then take a year off.
there is a lot of good advice above ... but the most important "I found the fun in my kit bag again, it had gone missing."
if you are not having fun and enjoying yourself then you are doing no favor to any one being out there.

[26 Year Gap]

Originally Posted by OHBBREF

cut out the wreck ball and see how it goes. If that doesn't bring back the fun and you do not enjoy it then take a year off.
there is a lot of good advice above ... but the most important "I found the fun in my kit bag again, it had gone missing."
if you are not having fun and enjoying yourself then you are doing no favor to any one being out there.

This is a common theme found in many threads in the off-season and during the season. Happiness is a 'Call Yer Own' wreck league.