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Unread 05-05-2004, 00:05
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Re: How does one become a ref?

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Originally Posted by Andy Baker
Also... when you are a ref, be ready for loooong days. Sometimes, you can get really tired. Really... tired. So tired that you might even sleep in the next morning and miss a few matches. *ducks*
I still argue that wasn't completely my fault.

Yes, Andy is right of course... offseason events are a GREAT opportunity to start. (Right Jeff?) There are plenty of offseason events in the northeast you could volunteer at. This would give you some experience, and help you get your foot in the door for the actual season.

At least as a ref, your voice won't get hoarse. Unless you're one of those crazy head-refs that takes every opportunity to get on a mic and pander to the crowd. I imagine that is tough on the vocal cords.

John

"Hmmm... nothing went wrong in this match, nothing at all to call, I'm going to explain it to the crowd."
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