everyone probably has "this guy"

[Tru_in_Blu]

Originally Posted by teebob21

Constantly worried about game fees? Gives you turnbacks after specifically telling you he's available? Hmmm. I know this stereotype. May I make a few more assumptions?

Does he routinely show up late, or just in the nick of time?
Is his gear shabby or uniforms wrinkled?
Is he a 'not-that-good' official? Overly casual with coaches/players off the field, and over-officious on the field?

Yeah, I've worked with "that guy" several times across the country.

I can't say all your assumptions are valid in this case. He officiates football (which he loves) and lately lacrosse. He's worked softball for maybe 5 or 6 years now and his skill level is appropriate with his experience there. I wouldn't say he's "overly casual" w/ coaches/players, but he knows many of them from his other sports connections. Not over-officious in softball, perhaps leans a bit too far in the opposite direction.

Overall, he's a competent official when he's there. But there are often times excuses why he can't work a lower paying game/league or a turn back of games so he can jump to something more lucrative. Definitely not a "loyal to our association" guy.