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Referee Rant joins forces with Flag Football Sports Network on their first collaboration, Poppin’ Flags - the authority of all things Flag Football. We will dig deep into talking about the sport we love that will continue to grow. Jaya Mia, founder of the first media company of Flag Football talks…

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    Success is a Mentality, and so is Failure. Each Day Choose to have a Successful Mindset.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2020 45:12


    Success is a mentality, and so is failure. Each day chose to have a successful mindset. What does that quote mean to you? With Ray Bullock Jr. from @elevated mentor, he co-hosts with me to present to you the 3rd installment of Mental Mountains Vol. 1: The Elevated Mind - an audio experience. We discuss what this quote means to us within the lens of officiating through @3rdteamtales. Success is a mentality, and so is failure. Each day choose to have a successful mindset. - this quote resonates as we discuss not only the words through officiating, but also music, movies, and books. Be sure to look for a new drop each week, where we discuss another quote in the book. And now, @3rdteamtales, in bio, now.

    Success is a Mentality, and so is Failure. Each Day Choose to have a Successful Mindset.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2020 45:12


    Success is a mentality, and so is failure. Each day chose to have a successful mindset. What does that quote mean to you? With Ray Bullock Jr. from @elevated mentor, he co-hosts with me to present to you the 3rd installment of Mental Mountains Vol. 1: The Elevated Mind - an audio experience. We discuss what this quote means to us within the lens of officiating through @3rdteamtales. Success is a mentality, and so is failure. Each day choose to have a successful mindset. - this quote resonates as we discuss not only the words through officiating, but also music, movies, and books. Be sure to look for a new drop each week, where we discuss another quote in the book. And now, @3rdteamtales, in bio, now.

    Most People Give Up and Be So Close.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2020 38:01


    Most People Give up and Be So Close. What does that quote mean to you? With Ray Bullock Jr. from Elevated Mentor, he co-hosts with me to present to you the 2nd installment of Mental Mountains Vol. 1: The Elevated Mind - an audio experience. We discuss what this quote means to us within the lens of officiating through @3rdteamteales. Most People Give Up and Be So Close - this quote resonates as we discuss not only the words though officiating, but also music, movies, and books. Be sure to look for a new drop each week, where we discuss another quote in the book. And now, the @3rdteamtales.

    Most People Give Up and Be So Close.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2020 38:01


    Most People Give up and Be So Close. What does that quote mean to you? With Ray Bullock Jr. from Elevated Mentor, he co-hosts with me to present to you the 2nd installment of Mental Mountains Vol. 1: The Elevated Mind - an audio experience. We discuss what this quote means to us within the lens of officiating through @3rdteamteales. Most People Give Up and Be So Close - this quote resonates as we discuss not only the words though officiating, but also music, movies, and books. Be sure to look for a new drop each week, where we discuss another quote in the book. And now, the @3rdteamtales.

    Failure Does not Exist.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2020 35:37


    With my special guest and co-host from Elevated Mentor, Ray Bullock Jr, in collaboration with Referee Rant, we present to you: Mental Mountains Vol 1: The Elevated mind - an audio experience. We co-host to talk about some of the best quotes that mean a lot of us and expand upon the initial quote, through Tales From the Third Team. The first quote we delve deep into is, Failure Does not Exist, and we speak on what it means to us through the lens of officiating, and other things that inspired us like movies, music, and of course, life. Be sure to look out for a new drop each week, where we discuss another quote from the book. And now, the Tales From the Third Team.

    Failure Does not Exist.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2020 35:37


    With my special guest and co-host from Elevated Mentor, Ray Bullock Jr, in collaboration with Referee Rant, we present to you: Mental Mountains Vol 1: The Elevated mind - an audio experience. We co-host to talk about some of the best quotes that mean a lot of us and expand upon the initial quote, through Tales From the Third Team. The first quote we delve deep into is, Failure Does not Exist, and we speak on what it means to us through the lens of officiating, and other things that inspired us like movies, music, and of course, life. Be sure to look out for a new drop each week, where we discuss another quote from the book. And now, the Tales From the Third Team.

    Foundations of Officiating: Networking

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2020 44:45


    Bball Referees and Referee Rant Present to you: The Foundations of Officiating. This is in the same vain as our Referee Roundtable and our Virtual Camp: A Camp About a Camp. In it, we go through some attributes of what it takes to be a good referee to elevate to the highest levels possible. Our fifth installment, Networking: something that I find Bernard Bowen Sr. is a master at with over 40 years in the officiating game. Ill Be sure to check out at least two drops a week, and expect something special up our sleeves. And now, Tales from the Third Team.

    Foundations of Officiating: Networking

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2020 44:45


    Bball Referees and Referee Rant Present to you: The Foundations of Officiating. This is in the same vain as our Referee Roundtable and our Virtual Camp: A Camp About a Camp. In it, we go through some attributes of what it takes to be a good referee to elevate to the highest levels possible. Our fifth installment, Networking: something that I find Bernard Bowen Sr. is a master at with over 40 years in the officiating game. Ill Be sure to check out at least two drops a week, and expect something special up our sleeves. And now, Tales from the Third Team.

    Foundations of Officiating: Loyalty.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2020 44:57


    Bball Referees and Referee Rant Present to you: The Foundations of Officiating. This is in the same vain as our Referee Roundtable and our Virtual Camp: A Camp About a Camp. In it, we go through some attributes of what it takes to be a good referee to elevate to the highest levels possible. Our fourth subject matter, Loyalty: the end all be all, a matter of life and death in the game of officiating. Be sure to check out at least two drops a week, and expect something special up our sleeves. And now, Tales from the Third Team.

    Foundations of Officiating: Loyalty.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2020 44:57


    Bball Referees and Referee Rant Present to you: The Foundations of Officiating. This is in the same vain as our Referee Roundtable and our Virtual Camp: A Camp About a Camp. In it, we go through some attributes of what it takes to be a good referee to elevate to the highest levels possible. Our fourth subject matter, Loyalty: the end all be all, a matter of life and death in the game of officiating. Be sure to check out at least two drops a week, and expect something special up our sleeves. And now, Tales from the Third Team.

    Foundations of Officiating: For the Love of Money

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2020 40:25


    Bball Referees and Referee Rant Present to you: The Foundations of Officiating. This is in the same vain as our Referee Roundtable and our Virtual Camp: A Camp About a Camp. In it, we go through some attributes of what it takes to be a good referee to elevate to the highest levels possible. Our third subject matter, For The Love of Money: a taboo subject in the officiating game, that can affect your perception as one on and off the court. Be sure to check out at least two drops a week, and expect something special up our sleeves. And now, Tales from the Third Team.

    Foundations of Officiating: For the Love of Money

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2020 40:25


    Bball Referees and Referee Rant Present to you: The Foundations of Officiating. This is in the same vain as our Referee Roundtable and our Virtual Camp: A Camp About a Camp. In it, we go through some attributes of what it takes to be a good referee to elevate to the highest levels possible. Our third subject matter, For The Love of Money: a taboo subject in the officiating game, that can affect your perception as one on and off the court. Be sure to check out at least two drops a week, and expect something special up our sleeves. And now, Tales from the Third Team.

    Foundations of Officiating: Commitment

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2020 34:56


    Bball Referees and Referee Rant Present to you: The Foundations of Officiating. This is in the same vain as our Referee Roundtable and our Virtual Camp: A Camp About a Camp. In it, we go through some attributes of what it takes to be a good referee to elevate to the highest levels possible. Our second subject matter, Commitment: another cornerstone of being a good official on and off the court. Be sure to check out at least two drops a week, and expect something special up our sleeves. And now, Tales from the Third Team.

    Foundations of Officiating: Commitment

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2020 34:56


    Bball Referees and Referee Rant Present to you: The Foundations of Officiating. This is in the same vain as our Referee Roundtable and our Virtual Camp: A Camp About a Camp. In it, we go through some attributes of what it takes to be a good referee to elevate to the highest levels possible. Our second subject matter, Commitment: another cornerstone of being a good official on and off the court. Be sure to check out at least two drops a week, and expect something special up our sleeves. And now, Tales from the Third Team.

    Foundations of Officiating: Communication

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2020 43:04


    This is in the same vain as our Referee Roundtable and our Virtual Camp: A Camp About a Camp. In it, we go through some attributes of what it takes to be a good referee to elevate to the highest levels possible. Our first subject matter, Communication, one of the cornerstones of being a good official on and off the court. Be sure to check out at least two drops a week, and expect something special up our sleeves. And now, Tales from the Third Team.

    Foundations of Officiating: Communication

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2020 43:04


    This is in the same vain as our Referee Roundtable and our Virtual Camp: A Camp About a Camp. In it, we go through some attributes of what it takes to be a good referee to elevate to the highest levels possible. Our first subject matter, Communication, one of the cornerstones of being a good official on and off the court. Be sure to check out at least two drops a week, and expect something special up our sleeves. And now, Tales from the Third Team.

    BBALL Referees x Referee Rant Presents: Referee Roundtable Part 3.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2020 72:53


    Bball Referees and Referee Rant cap off their collaboration of The Referee Roundtable. This one, the third, and final installment. Bernard Bowen Sr. and I lead another vibrant talk of almost 30 officials in all levels of the game to speak the things to speak on in your pre-game and what needs to be said post-game. We hope you enjoy. And now, Tales from the Third Team.

    BBALL Referees x Referee Rant Presents: Referee Roundtable Part 3.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2020 72:53


    Bball Referees and Referee Rant cap off their collaboration of The Referee Roundtable. This one, the third, and final installment. Bernard Bowen Sr. and I lead another vibrant talk of almost 30 officials in all levels of the game to speak the things to speak on in your pre-game and what needs to be said post-game. We hope you enjoy. And now, Tales from the Third Team.

    BBALL Referees x Referee Rant Presents: Referee Roundtable Part 2.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2020 89:56


    Bball Referees and Referee Rant continues with their collaboration with The Referee Roundtable. Part 2 - Communication and Mentorship. Bernard Bowen Sr. and I lead a lively discussion with about 20 officials of all levels to speak on the importance of those two attributes in officiating. We hope you enjoy. And now, Tales from the Third Team.

    BBALL Referees x Referee Rant Presents: Referee Roundtable Part 2.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2020 89:56


    Bball Referees and Referee Rant continues with their collaboration with The Referee Roundtable. Part 2 - Communication and Mentorship. Bernard Bowen Sr. and I lead a lively discussion with about 20 officials of all levels to speak on the importance of those two attributes in officiating. We hope you enjoy. And now, Tales from the Third Team.

    What Dyckman Means.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2020 20:03


    In anticipation of more of nothing, Dyckman Basketball week continues. Last week, the team at Referee Rant drove down (ironically the day before they cancelled all permits) down to NYC, and it was eerie as you possibly can imagine. We want to salute to factions that are vital to Dyckman Basketball. First up, Ken Widgeon, who played at Dyckman growing up, and gets to officiate there; and of course Erin and Lawrence from the The Baller's Journal, who were a media staple on the scene last summer. They both get a chance to share what Dyckman means to them. I hope y'all enjoy.

    What Dyckman Means.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2020 20:03


    In anticipation of more of nothing, Dyckman Basketball week continues. Last week, the team at Referee Rant drove down (ironically the day before they cancelled all permits) down to NYC, and it was eerie as you possibly can imagine. We want to salute to factions that are vital to Dyckman Basketball. First up, Ken Widgeon, who played at Dyckman growing up, and gets to officiate there; and of course Erin and Lawrence from the The Baller’s Journal, who were a media staple on the scene last summer. They both get a chance to share what Dyckman means to them. I hope y’all enjoy.

    BBall Referees x Referee Rant Presents: Referee Roundtable

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2020 83:03


    Along with Bball Referees, Referee Rant presents to you the Refereee Roundtable - a three part series moderated by Bernard Bowen Sr. and myself. We speak with upcoming officials around New York and Nationally how their season was, what their highlights were, and what they have been doing during this global pandemic. As this is separate from #therant podcast, we decided to put it on this feed, as these are tales from the third team. Be sure to look for another drop next weekend, as we expand our roundtable with more seats. I hope you enjoy! And now, tales from the third team.

    BBall Referees x Referee Rant Presents: Referee Roundtable

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2020 83:03


    Along with Bball Referees, Referee Rant presents to you the Refereee Roundtable - a three part series moderated by Bernard Bowen Sr. and myself. We speak with upcoming officials around New York and Nationally how their season was, what their highlights were, and what they have been doing during this global pandemic. As this is separate from #therant podcast, we decided to put it on this feed, as these are tales from the third team. Be sure to look for another drop next weekend, as we expand our roundtable with more seats. I hope you enjoy! And now, tales from the third team.

    Episode 3, Tales From the Third Team: Ralph & Wayne

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2020 17:49


    What a time to be alive! In this crucial time of all sorts of idle sports not being played, Ralph the Ref, and Wayne the soon-to-be ref talk about pivoting Refere Rant and still creating art through the lens of officiating. We discuss how Wayne was on the cusp of officiating, our time at Crunchtime All Star | Championship weekend and the future that is uncertain.

    Episode 3, Tales From the Third Team: Ralph & Wayne

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2020 17:49


    What a time to be alive! In this crucial time of all sorts of idle sports not being played, Ralph the Ref, and Wayne the soon-to-be ref talk about pivoting Refere Rant and still creating art through the lens of officiating. We discuss how Wayne was on the cusp of officiating, our time at Crunchtime All Star | Championship weekend and the future that is uncertain.

    Episode 2 - Politicking with Tahree Kirkland

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2020 30:33


    Ralph the Ref talks to Tahree Kirkland about the political aspect of officiating. Although some don't want to play it, all have to. We discuss how it is a microcosm of everyday life, dealing with people, and our best practices.

    Episode 2 - Politicking with Tahree Kirkland

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2020 30:33


    Ralph the Ref talks to Tahree Kirkland about the political aspect of officiating. Although some don't want to play it, all have to. We discuss how it is a microcosm of everyday life, dealing with people, and our best practices.

    Introducing ... Tales from the Third Team

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2020 21:20


    The team at RefereeRant has been hard at work with a new, story telling podcast, geared towards officials - Tales from the Third Team. There's the home team, the away team, and our team, the Third. We will tell stories from officials in game, off the field, off the clock, as well as other interests that officials become involved with. The first installment goes is also the first volume of Reformation - Smush Parker's journey through officiating, and his pursuit to get to the NBA. I hope you guys enjoy! Subscribe is a must.

    Introducing ... Tales from the Third Team

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2020 21:20


    The team at RefereeRant has been hard at work with a new, story telling podcast, geared towards officials - Tales from the Third Team. There's the home team, the away team, and our team, the Third. We will tell stories from officials in game, off the field, off the clock, as well as other interests that officials become involved with. The first installment goes is also the first volume of Reformation - Smush Parker's journey through officiating, and his pursuit to get to the NBA. I hope you guys enjoy! Subscribe is a must.

    Introducing ... Tales from the Third Team

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2020 21:20


    The team at RefereeRant has been hard at work with a new, story telling podcast, geared towards officials - Tales from the Third Team. There's the home team, the away team, and our team, the Third. We will tell stories from officials in game, off the field, off the clock, as well as other interests that officials become involved with. The first installment goes is also the first volume of Reformation - Smush Parker's journey through officiating, and his pursuit to get to the NBA. I hope you guys enjoy! Subscribe is a must.

    Introducing ... Tales from the Third Team

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2020 21:20


    The team at RefereeRant has been hard at work with a new, story telling podcast, geared towards officials - Tales from the Third Team. There's the home team, the away team, and our team, the Third. We will tell stories from officials in game, off the field, off the clock, as well as other interests that officials become involved with. The first installment goes is also the first volume of Reformation - Smush Parker's journey through officiating, and his pursuit to get to the NBA. I hope you guys enjoy! Subscribe is a must.

    Episode 4: Poppin' Flags, Evan Galinsky. Good Speed, Great Hands, Biggest Heart

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2019 55:25


    One of the best ambassadors of this here flag football game is none other than Evan Galinsky. A staple in the Long Island circuit who played for the 49ers, Monstars, and Kiss My Endzone. It doesn't matter if the game is 5 man, 8 man, of 9 - he's always ready, just like he was ready to pull up for this pod. My conversation with Evan, now.

    Episode 4: Poppin’ Flags, Evan Galinsky. Good Speed, Great Hands, Biggest Heart

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2019 55:25


    One of the best ambassadors of this here flag football game is none other than Evan Galinsky. A staple in the Long Island circuit who played for the 49ers, Monstars, and Kiss My Endzone. It doesn’t matter if the game is 5 man, 8 man, of 9 - he’s always ready, just like he was ready to pull up for this pod. My conversation with Evan, now.

    Episode 3, Popping Flags: John Puccio, coming to a six second count near you! Rusher for the 5 man team, KissDaBaby.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2019 39:21


    In this episode we talk to John on how he ended my career before it started, how Flag at 10 made him feel like a super hero, getting picked up on a team while working at Stop and Shop, to being one of the top rushers in five man My conversation with Pooch, now.

    Episode 3, Popping Flags: John Puccio, coming to a six second count near you! Rusher for the 5 man team, KissDaBaby.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2019 39:21


    In this episode we talk to John on how he ended my career before it started, how Flag at 10 made him feel like a super hero, getting picked up on a team while working at Stop and Shop, to being one of the top rushers in five man My conversation with Pooch, now.

    Episode 2, Poppin' Flags - Alex Brosnan and his come up in the game, his success in 5 man, his rise in 8, and his sights to bring the Narps on a national level.

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2019 39:21


    Alex is one of the best I've ever seen throw in Flag Football. He discusses how he started taking his lumps in his 5 man, how his pitching experience in high school and college has helped him, and how he wants to lead his 8 man team, the Narps, to legendary status as he vie's to get a bid to join the AFFL tournament this summer. My conversation with Bros, now.

    Episode 2, Poppin’ Flags - Alex Brosnan and his come up in the game, his success in 5 man, his rise in 8, and his sights to bring the Narps on a national level.

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2019 39:21


    Alex is one of the best I’ve ever seen throw in Flag Football. He discusses how he started taking his lumps in his 5 man, how his pitching experience in high school and college has helped him, and how he wants to lead his 8 man team, the Narps, to legendary status as he vie’s to get a bid to join the AFFL tournament this summer. My conversation with Bros, now.

    RR x FFSN Presents - Poppin' Flags: Episode 1 - Jaya Mia

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2019 31:22


    Referee Rant joins forces with Flag Football Sports Network on their first collaboration, Poppin' Flags - the authority of all things Flag Football. We will dig deep into talking about the sport we love that will continue to grow. Jaya Mia, founder of the first media company of Flag Football talks about her love of the game, how she got involved, and where it's going.

    RR x FFSN Presents - Poppin' Flags: Episode 1 - Jaya Mia

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2019 31:22


    Referee Rant joins forces with Flag Football Sports Network on their first collaboration, Poppin' Flags - the authority of all things Flag Football. We will dig deep into talking about the sport we love that will continue to grow. Jaya Mia, founder of the first media company of Flag Football talks about her love of the game, how she got involved, and where it's going.

    RR x FFSN Presents - Poppin' Flags: Episode 1 - Jaya Mia

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970


    Referee Rant joins forces with Flag Football Sports Network on their first collaboration, Poppin' Flags - the authority of all things Flag Football. We will dig deep into talking about the sport we love that will continue to grow. Jaya Mia, founder of the first media company of Flag Football talks about her love of the game, how she got involved, and where it's going.

    Introducing ... Tales from the Third Team

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970


    The team at RefereeRant has been hard at work with a new, story telling podcast, geared towards officials - Tales from the Third Team. There's the home team, the away team, and our team, the Third. We will tell stories from officials in game, off the field, off the clock, as well as other interests that officials become involved with. The first installment goes is also the first volume of Reformation - Smush Parker's journey through officiating, and his pursuit to get to the NBA. I hope you guys enjoy! Subscribe is a must.

    Episode 2, Poppin' Flags - Alex Brosnan and his come up in the game, his success in 5 man, his rise in 8, and his sights to bring the Narps on a national level.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970


    Alex is one of the best I've ever seen throw in Flag Football. He discusses how he started taking his lumps in his 5 man, how his pitching experience in high school and college has helped him, and how he wants to lead his 8 man team, the Narps, to legendary status as he vie's to get a bid to join the AFFL tournament this summer. My conversation with Bros, now.

    BBall Referees x Referee Rant Presents: Referee Roundtable

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970


    Along with Bball Referees, Referee Rant presents to you the Refereee Roundtable - a three part series moderated by Bernard Bowen Sr. and myself. We speak with upcoming officials around New York and Nationally how their season was, what their highlights were, and what they have been doing during this global pandemic. As this is separate from #therant podcast, we decided to put it on this feed, as these are tales from the third team. Be sure to look for another drop next weekend, as we expand our roundtable with more seats. I hope you enjoy! And now, tales from the third team.

    Foundations of Officiating: Commitment

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970


    Bball Referees and Referee Rant Present to you: The Foundations of Officiating. This is in the same vain as our Referee Roundtable and our Virtual Camp: A Camp About a Camp. In it, we go through some attributes of what it takes to be a good referee to elevate to the highest levels possible. Our second subject matter, Commitment: another cornerstone of being a good official on and off the court. Be sure to check out at least two drops a week, and expect something special up our sleeves. And now, Tales from the Third Team.

    Failure Does not Exist.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970


    With my special guest and co-host from Elevated Mentor, Ray Bullock Jr, in collaboration with Referee Rant, we present to you: Mental Mountains Vol 1: The Elevated mind - an audio experience. We co-host to talk about some of the best quotes that mean a lot of us and expand upon the initial quote, through Tales From the Third Team. The first quote we delve deep into is, Failure Does not Exist, and we speak on what it means to us through the lens of officiating, and other things that inspired us like movies, music, and of course, life. Be sure to look out for a new drop each week, where we discuss another quote from the book. And now, the Tales From the Third Team.

    Episode 4: Poppin' Flags, Evan Galinsky. Good Speed, Great Hands, Biggest Heart

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970


    One of the best ambassadors of this here flag football game is none other than Evan Galinsky. A staple in the Long Island circuit who played for the 49ers, Monstars, and Kiss My Endzone. It doesn't matter if the game is 5 man, 8 man, of 9 - he's always ready, just like he was ready to pull up for this pod. My conversation with Evan, now.

    What Dyckman Means.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970


    In anticipation of more of nothing, Dyckman Basketball week continues. Last week, the team at Referee Rant drove down (ironically the day before they cancelled all permits) down to NYC, and it was eerie as you possibly can imagine. We want to salute to factions that are vital to Dyckman Basketball. First up, Ken Widgeon, who played at Dyckman growing up, and gets to officiate there; and of course Erin and Lawrence from the The Baller's Journal, who were a media staple on the scene last summer. They both get a chance to share what Dyckman means to them. I hope y'all enjoy.

    Most People Give Up and Be So Close.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970


    Most People Give up and Be So Close. What does that quote mean to you? With Ray Bullock Jr. from Elevated Mentor, he co-hosts with me to present to you the 2nd installment of Mental Mountains Vol. 1: The Elevated Mind - an audio experience. We discuss what this quote means to us within the lens of officiating through @3rdteamteales. Most People Give Up and Be So Close - this quote resonates as we discuss not only the words though officiating, but also music, movies, and books. Be sure to look for a new drop each week, where we discuss another quote in the book. And now, the @3rdteamtales.

    Foundations of Officiating: Communication

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970


    This is in the same vain as our Referee Roundtable and our Virtual Camp: A Camp About a Camp. In it, we go through some attributes of what it takes to be a good referee to elevate to the highest levels possible. Our first subject matter, Communication, one of the cornerstones of being a good official on and off the court. Be sure to check out at least two drops a week, and expect something special up our sleeves. And now, Tales from the Third Team.

    Episode 2 - Politicking with Tahree Kirkland

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970


    Ralph the Ref talks to Tahree Kirkland about the political aspect of officiating. Although some don't want to play it, all have to. We discuss how it is a microcosm of everyday life, dealing with people, and our best practices.

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