I am better than THAT guy

[j51969]

Originally Posted by grunewar

Guess I'm fortunate. I see hard working, conscientious officials every night I work.

As for Rec Ball, as Rich says, I tell all my partners that I treat each game as if it's a BV game. We even do Captains and Coaches meetings - sets the tone, is good practice, and teaches the up and comers.

Also, this is why I personally won't do more than four games in a row. If I can't give it what I believe to be my 100% (mentally and physically) I will choose not to take the assignment. I don't want to become THAT guy......

+1

I also ask my partner if they have a coat. Most guys see the sub-varsity contests as ehh..., I like to treat each game with the professionalism it deserves. The quid pro quo between coaches, players, and officials benefits from standards you set from the start. IMO

[Adam]

Originally Posted by j51969

+1

I also ask my partner if they have a coat. Most guys see the sub-varsity contests as ehh..., I like to treat each game with the professionalism it deserves. The quid pro quo between coaches, players, and officials benefits from standards you set from the start. IMO

We don't mess with jackets below the high school level, frankly. Everything else is the same. Well, I don't show up quite as early, because school is still in session.

[Raymond]

Rec league I show up dressed, but with a jacket. 15 minutes is the expectation. I don't leave the game soaked in sweat, but they get top notch officiating.