This morning I did something I have never done before. I scheduled a game using Arbiter.net. It is an assigning site that is used by a lot of college assignors and as of January 1, the Indiana High School Athletic Association (IHSAA) went to using this website as a way for schools to contract officials for their games. Schools can either contact you via this website and offer you a specific game or you can "self assign" by picking up games that are posted on the site. I picked up a Varsity game, Merrillville at Michigan City. Its a decent drive but it is a Varsity game and I am looking to not only qualify but be selected for the state tournament this year.
My question today is does anyone use this site (or a similar assigning site) on a regular basis and how do you like it? I am used to just getting game through emails and phone calls. The jury is still out (in my opinion) on this primarily because I just haven't used it. Although my opinion is beginning to change. I think that if it is used right by athletic directors and the IHSAA, it should work pretty well here in Indiana.
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Chris,
I found your blog and look forward to your future posts. Our association has used Arbiter for a number of years and I believe you will like it. Depending on what system you are coming from there will be a little adjustment period, but of the 2 scheduling systems I've used Arbiter is the better.
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Take care,
Wally
My association in MN uses Arbiter as well. I have never used anything else, so I really have nothing to compare it to. I like it; I think you'll see some advantages to using it.
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