Impartial_Observer

FWIW I’m up about 4:20 AM everyday…..piss and go right straight back to bed.

Yes after winning one of the three they expected with what has been known was a strong group since they were in CYO. No one foreshadowed a long run of Roncalli dominance. It was a three year run, and the contract resumed after said run, I still fail to see your point. I don’t have a dog in the fight, you’re all cheatin Catholics as far as I’m concerned.

Some might argue the Rebs…..errr Royals are in a bit of a down cycle right now, yet here they are fresh after a trip to Male facing Cathedral with a home town finale vs another push over from SE Indiana. Outsider looking in, your argument doesn’t hold water.

I don’t think it’s just Roncalli that hates Cathedral. And I seem to recall some other issues ending the contract, but I’m old, my memory ain’t what it used to be.

No I don’t think you do. Officiating is not my field of work to begin with, it’s an avocation. Why would I be upset if someone criticizes the officials? All I’m trying to do is give some insight into the situation. I have no idea who worked your last two games, no idea whether they were good or bad. I’m certainly not going to put a lot of stock in what any fan would have to say. Nothing personal towards fans, they just don’t know/understand rules and mechanics. That’s not a slight, it’s just a fact. One thing you need to absolutely believe, if you think it’s bad now, just wait, because guys are retiring and they’re not being replaced.

I saw the TC/Scecina game last week. Not sure Scecina is in the mix, the BC/TC matchup will be fun to watch. TC’s has some dudes, and they can throw the ball. TC’s best ball carrier did not play.

They wore them last year first week of the tournament, I thought they were hideous. Friend of mine texted me a pic from the game and asked “are those really their uniforms?”

FWIW I’ve watched four different crews work at Seymour this year. If you listen to the fans, I don’t think they have had an issue with any of them. In fact I think for the most part they were never noticed, which is one of the goals. From an official’s standpoint I thought two of them were outstanding, one was mediocre at best, and the other one wasn’t very good at all, bordering on bad. Beauty is always in the eye of the beholder. There are games happening every Friday night, crews are being thrown together to cover games, guys are working V long before they are ready. This is the situation as it exists today. I’ve had two frantic calls from AD’s looking for a crew this Friday. Now more than ever the game needs your help. Sign up to officiate your local youth league, get your license and become part of the solution. It’s always easy to sit back and bitch.

Most sensible thing you’ve ever written on this forum.

Just so we’re clear, cut blocking and a chop block are not the same thing. Been a long time since I was a “fan” but when I was I don’t think it ever dawned on me to heckle the opposing crowd because I was pissed off at the officials. What sense does that make? AFTER A WIN!

Before each game, coaches will be asked do you have any unusual plays or anything we (officials) need to be aware of. This is a GREAT time to mention stuff like this. I was not there, but it is my understanding the crew knew there was going to be onside kick, they weren’t aware of this play. I don’t blame the crew for what happened, this is clearly an interpretation issue and not necessarily a rules knowledge issue. This KO has been shared and discussed nationally.

For the record I did record a tackle one time when I got in late in the game in a blowout.

I don’t know…….

Sorry I couldn’t edit. I don’t necessarily think they work Friday nights in multiple states, maybe they live in KY, work on an IN crew and hold a KY license to do lower level closer to home.

Yes, I know a few guys who maintain duel licenses. Could be a bit confusing mechanics wise.

My mistake, I thought they only had one.

Congrats to FC on clinching a share of the conference. BNL, big call going for two, I’ll never argue a coach’s call on that.

I have laughed all the way home from Triton Central. And yes @Frozen Tundra Coach Stafford is still in the staff. Got a chance to talk to him at half time.

God bless America, I LOVE this thread. But you’re bitching about then and you hired them.

The game is at FC, YOU HIRED THE OFFICIALS!

Seeing how Sagarin, MaxPreps, and CalPreps all have the current 1A, 3A, and 4A #1 teams ranked ahead of the current 5A #1, I think EC will be just fine in 5A.

1. Just depends on how many crews apply I guess. 2. God I hope not. 3. You gotta know, hey we’re young, we’re learning, we’re getting better, this crew sucks and it’s not going anywhere. I would think it would be pretty easy to tell and make the determination based on what you know.

Kinda the world we live in today.

Sagarin, MaxPreps, and CalPreps all agree that the top teams in 1A, 3A, and 4A are all better than the top team in 5A. Did you guys enjoy the debate last night?

My debate is spirit of the rule vs advantage gained? Do we have a definitive ruling yet? This is a local team, local crew.