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I get it!! I was once in your shoes. I was that person in the stands, loudly complaining about “bad officiating.” Now, with the rise of social media, it’s easier than ever to voice these criticisms online. I thought I could see every call better than the officials on the floor. Then someone said to me, “If you can do better, get in the game.” That challenge changed my life. Over 20 years ago, I became a basketball official, and what I’ve learned since then is eye-opening. Officiating is not just about making calls. It’s about managing the game, the players, the coaches, and yes, the fans. We face a new generation of student-athletes who have been raised in a culture where everyone gets a trophy and losing is almost taboo. We deal with fans who question our integrity and sometimes become outright hostile. I acknowledge that officials aren’t perfect; we have off days just like anyone else. However, the increasing hostility from fans is driving many to leave officiating. According to the National Federation of High School Associations, approximately 50,000 high school officials have left the profession since the 2018-19 season, with fan behavior being a significant factor. Here’s the reality: without officials, there is no game. So, instead of tearing down the people who make your games possible, here’s a suggestion: • Thank the officials for being part of the game. • Thank them for the countless hours they spend studying rules, mastering mechanics, and working to improve. • Thank them for their patience with privilege-minded athletes and overly aggressive fans. Next time you see an official, instead of criticizing, take a moment to say, “Thank you.” They’re out there to make the game happen, and trust me, it’s not as easy as it looks from the stands. If you think you can do better, take the challenge like I did. Get in the game. You might just discover how much it takes to blow that whistle.

NDN1982 is no more. Banned

I don’t like Gaetz one bit but trump won convincingly I think he owes it to his voters to fill MAGA to his cabinet .

Congrats PNG onto round 3. Turkey and playoff football

Tried to tell yall on film I said Dayton would whip them.

They should try opting down again.

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Next week's game will be much more interesting

I wonder what internet setup NDN press uses. The Huntsville live YouTube feeds don’t seem to have the same streaming issues, even when they are away.

PNG has their very own spidersal 😀😀

!!score: 0/42/2 Kaufman’s worse than Hallsville .

PNG sneaking away with 1st in division was big considering who they got to play this week. This reminds me that because winning the division can be such an advantage in the playoffs, I don’t typically get upset when teams run up the score during the regular season (within reason). You never know when point spreads might come into play for district tiebreaker scenarios. With that said, if you’re good enough none of that should matter. The best teams will keep winning against anyone!

Ok.... and what would the difference be between: A. Susan Smith strapping her kids in a car and rolling the car into a lake and B. Someone else strapping Susan Smith into a car and rolling the car into a lake? They would both be committing murder the same exact way. You don't want justice, you want vengeance... and the the Lord already claimed that.

I think he meant SOC prep 😁

If BH can stay relatively healthy, the Eagles have two promising years ahead. Those Sophs will be well seasoned and ready to roll.

Hasn’t SOC always had easy district schedules though? That has not impacted their recent playoff performances.

EDIT: nvm, I don't feel like getting banned today.

A life is being taken in both instances.

Gameday 👿 Go Titans!

Sunnyvale knocked off Defending 4A-D2 State Champs Gilmer Buckeyes …I watched this game and the announcers said it’s been 19 years in the making to beat Gilmer. Congrats Sunnyvale!!

LBJ weak district always hurts them come this round I feel like.

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Guys, I am thinking Huntsville could do this. SOC hasn't played anyone worth anything since preseason. I know they played the best but based on how their district is, they could be soft. Huntsville is battle ridden and has had to make adjustments during district to compete. Could be wrong but I am gonna watch this one

Another nice win for the Indians. On to round 3. However if they play like they did the 2nd half they will not have a chinaman’s chance vs Texarkana

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TD AMC !!:10/3/4 3:39

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A Kaufman radio guy is standing behind me - Keeps talking to his audience about how this could be the beginning of a big comeback for Kaufman. Doesn’t seem to realize we’re running with backups. Or that there’s a minute left

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Ok you are done.

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She’s a good one!

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Glad to hear it. I'm still trying to decied if I will attend this one. Maybe, my source was referring to the bus that will be taking fans to the game.

Seriously, at this point what do you do? Stay on your game?

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Living on the edge… lol

I briefly heard Pam Bondi‘s name mentioned on the radio this afternoon and wasn’t sure what it was in reference to. Now I know. 👍🏼

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How the heck did Kaufman win last week?

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By all means I believe yall are the favorite to win the game.. even though I’m picking Sealy but I’m wrong all the time 😂

We agree on something....lol There is hope:)

Incredibly poor judgement to nominate him in the first place

That’s why we didn’t even want to be the home team! The Dawgs have never played a visiting Eagle 💪