Wow, you ran into the wrong ref. I have donated my time for years to Special Olympics and we concluded the State basketball tournament this past weekend in Louisville. Yes I was paid- in smiles and appreciation from the players, coaches and fans but no dollars. It is a very rewarding experience and nothing is more valuable than a Class 2 Special Olympics player hugging you after you place his/her medal around his/her neck at the end.

Let me make this offer- I will officiate a Special Olympics basketball game next year with you and you can see that this profession is not about the money.

 

I reffed one of the regionals for Special Olympics. It was a outstanding experience even with a guy heckling me about the foul count.

Why is it some fans/parents think that their yelling and screaming and showing themselves to be a horse's patootie is more important than the game?

 

Why do some coaches act the same way?