How to deal with bad refs

[coach-rec]

Originally Posted by tref

1. Is this "league" using a running clock? If so, not switching on every foul is to conserve the players time on the court. Please dont assume the officials are just "being lazy."

2. So what if the officials arent "certified" it isnt a "certified" contest & obviously the coaches arent "certified" at the HS level either. Most certified officials that I know dont want to deal with the ignorance that goes on at these levels of play. Especially during March Madness & NBA playoff time!! IMO, you guys are watching it on tv before your game & come into the gym way too hyped up for your skill level & true abilities.

- I won't assume that but it is something I will ask about. My plan is to talk to the administrator who I already know has some issues with the officiating however runs into a lot of the problems you mentioned (running during season/etc...)

- I'm not saying I'm going to go in with a "prove you're certified" button or anything. It's just a point that weighs into the situation.

Originally Posted by tref

Nothing better than working with a coach that knows his stuff!!

If an official should know the rules before stepping on a court, shouldn't the coach know em too?

You make a good point here so that's something I will consider.