Newbie on the boards

[Bob M.]

REPLY: First off, thanks for everything you and your comrades are doing in the Middle East. We are indebted to you and your families.

Now, to football...your profile says you're from Alabama. That means that you're most likely officiating under National Federation rules. I would stay tuned to this website. It primarily discusses Federation rules but also touches on NCAA rules and even some Canadian Football rules. Also check out the National Federation website and their discussion board http://www.nfhs.org/scriptcontent/va...?ubb=forum&f=9 . There they speak Federation rules exclusively. As you read these boards, you'll get to know some of the posters and can evaluate what they offer. Both of these sites discuss elements of officiating beyond the rulebook like mechanics, philosophies of officiating, etc.