My First Night of Officiating Clinic

[John Schaefferkoetter]

Hi John:

I love working with the new kid on the block. Always remember, you are in charge. Not the coach, not the players, you and your partner are. It is great that you are heads up on the rules, but try not to use the rule knowledge to your advantage. In other words, just make the obvious call and try not to make a rare call. It may be in the rule book, but some calls can be avoided.

Make yourself inconspicuous, be friendly, but firm. Keep the feet moving because it is a game of angles. The best officials that I have observed make the calls through angles. That will come with time and practice. In your early career, just get in position and make the obvious call.

Best of luck and TAKE CARE OF BUSINESS! Don't take any B.S.

John