This year we need instant replay

[Stu Bloom]

Originally Posted by Revolverx7

... I think that the problem with all the penalties last year was that the interpretation of the rules were different at every competition and even changed sometimes right in the middle of one. To stop this there needs to be a unified decision for such crititcal rules as 'ramming' and 'aggressive driving'.

What I feel is even more important is CLEAR communication between the head referee and the drivers/teams. At all of the events I volunteered last season I was fortunate to work with very wise and experienced head referees who took the time in the drivers meetings to very carefully and clearly spell out exactly what was expected and what would be called with regard to rough play and ramming (including examples). The entire referee crew was on board and we called these infractions as intended and explained by our leader. We had some GREAT competition with very few disputes - just the way it should be.

Gracious Professionalism at its finest - Competing like CRAZY on the field, then working together like professionals off the field to make these events the best they can be for everyone involved.