I disagree, there are plenty of refs out there, the major problem is the good ol boy network. There are alot of good refs working the kids and jr. high stuff. The good ol boys take all the high school meets and don't let anybody else in, then they cry when regionals come around that they don't have enough experienced refs. I've seen alot of young people try to get into reffing but when they don't get any work they quit. If you think high school is tough, try reffing a kids tourn. all day, there is alot more action, which means alot more movement by the ref. with more calls to make. Add to that mama down there screaming in your ear.