Need to Rant - Part III

[imaref]

Originally Posted by blueump

I admit I use a card on the stand as R1. Mine has the first name and numbers of the floor captain - not the line up. I find it much more personal to address the floor captains by name instead of by numbers. I'll peek at the card only if I need it, but I usually have them memorized by the beginning of the match.

I've surprised many a captain by addressing them by their first name.

With all due respect....I usually don't refer to anyone by their first name unless they personally give me their permission. It's just not professional. Do you allow the players to address you by your first name? If you like the idea of addressing the captains by their names, rather than by number....why not address them as (Capt./Ms./Mr.) Smith. I think you create the same effect....but retain a professional environment for all participants. JMO