Kansas Wrestling Forums General Discussion High School #3 Derby vs #2 Goddard Dual @ Newman University

Lots of good comments for both sides.
I am certainly not being critical of the official, particularly since he is a friend of mine and I think he is great. I am sure he was where he felt he should be, etc.
I do clearly remember though that when I wrestled in college at OState, the wrestlers would officiate tournaments on their off weekends to make extra money. We were definitely indoctrinated that we should always be between the wrestlers and the out of bounds. This was clearly stressed and for ten years when I was a HS head coach in Oklahoma back in the 90's this was the philosophy that was practiced according to my experiences and observations.
When I became a HS head coach in Kansas in 98, honestly, this was one of the first things that I noticed. The officials it seemed didn't really practice that philosophy and I am not sure why. Maybe they did but just never when I was watching. Maybe the Association has told the officials not to jeopardize themselves at the expense of the wrestler or not to impede the match, etc. and to just get out of the way. I do not know and I cannot say as I was never an official in Kansas other then when I was officiating ranking matches in the room. I do know that I did practice the before mentioned philosophy then. It seemed natural and it seemed like a good idea. What does the rule book say about this?
I am certainly not trying to be a hater because I really don't want to offend anyone so they are mad at me or disappointed with me, etc. I really do want people to like me. I certainly don't need any negative attention so my first instinct was not to respond. As the discussion progressed though I was obviously compelled to throw a few cents in. But again, I am certainly not being critical or passing judgement because I like living in a glass house, there's a lot of light and the view is great.
I would say though that just based on the scuttle so far with just this one instance that this is an issue that should at least be explored at the state level.
Goddard could have lost the dual and almost did because of this and my opinion is that would have been an injustice.
And yes, as I sat in the stands on my usual front row bearing close up witness to the incident and ensuing spectacle I thought of Wil and wondered what would he have to say about the whole thing.
I am glad that Becker will be ok and be back because no matter what side you are on, no parent or coach wants to or should have to see their kid in that situation. I certainly would not want to.
Best wishes to everyone, wrestlers, coaches, officials, parents, family members, etc., with the remainder of the season and with future endeavors in wrestling.