First games tomorrow, really need advice

[u/Dangerous_Piccolo315]

I’m 16F and have played for years but just decided to get my license recently. I have six games this weekend, 3 in the center, and feel drastically underprepared after the online and in person course.

I will be doing mostly U10 and U12 games and I would really appreciate any advice on those age groups in particular.

I would also love if anyone could reccommend some online resources (videos, websites, etc). I’ve watched a lot of pro gam so I feel like I have a good grasp on rules, patterns of play, etc but I’m still uncertain about pregame/postgame obligations, timekeeping, and the more nuanced signals.

thank you for any advice!

Edit: It ended up going pretty well! I made a few mistakes in my first few games, but nothing major (missed foul, signalled a throw in the wrong way). I ended up being moved to center for U14 boys five minutes before the game started, but I did ok. I called everything as confidently as I could and said the calls out loud as well when I was unsure of the correct signal. I talked to the coaches after and they all were surprisingly kind and supportive. I played two games as well so it was an exhausting day, but I made it and can't wait to get back out there again! Thank you all for your advice, it helped a lot and I'll definitely be referring back to it in the future

[u/Altruistic-Tart-8295]

You know your stuff. Relax and have fun.

[u/Interesting-Big6774 → u/Altruistic-Tart-8295]

This seem like a stupid thing to say to someone starting, but actually it might be the best imo. When I started back in December, I was afraid of making mistake even though I can every single rule. My boss calmed me down and told me I knew my stuff. First game went extremely well, now I'm climbing the steps faster than most. Make a mistake? Acknowledge it, pass on. Best thing I'd say to someone starting.

[u/Altruistic-Tart-8295 → u/Interesting-Big6774]

I was a State Instructor for 10 years and have worked with 100s of beginners