Nigel-

Sorry to hear about your loss. I think it is very cool that she was able to see you work your first State Tourney. I'm sure your work this weekend made her very proud.

I have to tell you that I had never seen you officiate before and was quite impressed with your work overall. We had a couple of calls that you and our coaching staff didn't necessarily agree on, but your professionalism and ability to articulate what you saw and why you called it the way you did was impressive.

You do a good job. I was impressed with your composure, hustle, and confidence in your ability as an official. This may the the one and only State Tournament that your Mom got to see you work, but certainly will not be the last one you are selected to work.