Conflict of Interest?

[Mark Padgett]

I think you should take as many of his games as you can. Then you can use your calls to show him that Mom always liked you best.

When he complains about your calls, tell him he didn't buy foul insurance.

[BillyMac]

Originally Posted by Mark Padgett

Then you can use your calls to show him that Mom always liked you best.

I don't think that these two guys are the Smothers Brothers.

[Mark Padgett]

Originally Posted by BillyMac

I don't think that these two guys are the Smothers Brothers.

I saw the Smothers Brothers at a show in Vegas back in the 60s. The opening act was Carol Burnett. It was a dinner show and I laughed so hard I almost upchucked my food.

Of course, that happened many times when working games with certain coaches.

[Nevadaref]

How big is the local area? Are there other leagues to work or would an official have very little to do if he didn't take other games in this league?

That would be a factor in my mind if I were the conference assignor or supervisor.

[Camron Rust]

Originally Posted by Nevadaref

How big is the local area? Are there other leagues to work or would an official have very little to do if he didn't take other games in this league?

That would be a factor in my mind if I were the conference assignor or supervisor.

Agree...if there are 100 schools you be assigned to and avoiding his lead eliminates 8, then it might be a good idea. However, if there are 15 schools in the area, I'd draw the line differently. It isn't so much the presence of an actual conflict but the appearance of a conflict. We don't need to create any more suspicion than necessary. It is quite possible that, near the end of the season, you could be on a game that, while it doesn't involve his team, may have a direct impact on final standings and playoff implications.