Did anyone see the end of the Division 2 championship?

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Didn't see the play, but it is so important to know when it's necessary "to sell" a call. We all understand that we shouldn't be making a call, unless we're sure of what we're calling, but there are definitely situations where demonstrating just how sure we are of a particular call can make all the difference as to how that call will be received.

Fumble recovery is generally one of those circumstances. When you decide a player has possession of the ball, and he's on the ground, nothing that subsequently changes matters. It's like a knee brushing the ground, the ball breaking the plane, someone landing or touching a sideline. The only person who needs to see those things is you, as long as you're sure of what you've seen.

When you're sure, you should leave absolutely no doubt as to what you are sure of. Your reaction will make a big difference as to how the call is received.