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Unread 07-05-2014, 10:17
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Re: Fouls that "Didn't Affect the Outcome of the Match"

You are absolutely correct Kevin. I don't think this is an aspect the referees or GDC understands (or if they do its not widespread).

I have made calls mid-match for similar reasons. If we are up by a good amount we call off the defense or go light so as to not risk getting a penalty especially with most refs this year calling penalties for merely touching an opponents ball while driving around the field. Last year we wouldn't risk the last cycle (4th or 5th) if we didn't feel the additional 12 points was worth risking the climb points. Additionally if the scores were really tight (and we were down by 1-2 points) we were prepared to do our 5th cycle and settle for a 20 point climb as it would give us an extra 2 points. Yes, 2 points makes a massive difference see Finals match 3 at Battlecry last year where we won by 1 point.

2012 was one of my favorite years because the penalties were reasonable, called/scored during the match, and I don't think we ever needed to question a call all year (because there were so few). I really hope FIRST brings back something similar because this year was ridiculous. If we knew certain penalties were called we would have spent our time doing more triple assists. We still would have lost the match but I would have more assist points for ranking.
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