Would rather coach than ref any day. Had much respect for refs. Thankless job for sure. Parents were the worst enemy of the boys learning the game and took a lot
of fun out of the games. Whine and complain without input or help. Started at the youngest age and went all the way into high school with two nephews that were
very good players. Enjoyed every year to the max. Videoed all of our high school football and baseball games until the nephews graduated. Charged nothing for the
game tapes. Did highlight videos for the boys that wanted them and several got good scholarships, but could not stay out of love long enough to make the majors. What
a waste. My oldest nephew was one of them that let love trip him up. Thinking with the wrong head for sure. Now they show their videos to their kids and their kids are
not interested in sports. Head shaker. Had to chime in. Hope you don't mind. Both nephews now play in softball leagues and play for championship teams. Still enjoy
watching them play.