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Originally Posted by tref

Since Snaqs & I are in the same board, I unfortunately know of which he speaks:

1. OOB - no stop clock, just point
2. Walking & talking
3. 2 handed reporting
4. Not awarding FTs on throw-in foul situations (team control in NCAA not in HS)
5. Hit to the head signal

And, 4 of the 5 of those have absolutely nothing to do with how well they call the game, how good of a partner they are, or anything that really matters. Sure, everyone should follow the prescribed mechanics, but these things are way down the list of things that make a good official.

I happen to find it quite difficult to switch things like #1 form game to game. I think the signal that comes out is more of a reflex than a thoughtful choice. If the person is working a fair amount of college games and is focusing on improving those mechanics, it they will probably do those things, not out of trying to big time you, but out of habit.

There is little reason why the two levels are different on 1, 2, 3, and 5. They are different, sure, but no major reason.