Couple of things to consider
First, every camp is an opportunity to learn. Andy Reid, Eric Bieniemy, Dabo Swinney, Lincoln Riley have not coached high school ball in awhile yet Texas High School coaches take ideas from college/pro coaches all the time. Unlike other states, UIL uses NCAA rules which makes these camps even more applicable. 80% of the fouls we call are OH, FST, DOF, UNR, UNS, DPI. If we can get better at recognizing these fouls (which are the same at NCAA level) we only improve for friday nights. Plus, how often do we get the chance to have immediate feedback/observation of our work?
Second, all but one of the clinicians are currently or very recently TASO football mem were. You might be surprised how many called SV or V games just this past year.
Third, seeing college level snaps can only help you. Seeing snaps at a higher level than what your used to helps slow the game down. Just like moving from HS to JH.
Lastly, and most importantly. No camp is perfect. Our springs should be spent trying to get better. Between geography and the calendar there are only so many learning opportunities. I would encourage any official to seek out ANY camp they can attend. There quite a few camps across Texas. None are bad, all give you a chance to learn/ pickup something new. There are all different formats. 7v7, inter squad, simulation, mid-week, weekends, local, Regional, National. They all have their pros and cons. Every snap you get is a chance to get better.
I only posted here because I am a texas high football official first and want all texas high football officials to be aware of every learning opportunity out there.
