Sick of cheaters? Do something about it!

[FlameboyC11]

At least someone who is responsible is behind the website , good plan!

[Smakman]

Well, I try.

[Jeffy-CanCon]

Originally posted by shartley

I respect your opinion, but I have experienced player-refs at some Big Games, and it generally works out well. The key is that the players have to respect the field owner, and know that he will only use the best people in that role.

At least one other sport uses player-refs: Ultimate (frisbee). But they expect all players to do it, and call their own fouls and such. The rules are written in such a way as to allow fast and fair resolution in the event of a disagreement.

Agreed, an official refereeing organization is the best we can hope for.

[SlartyBartFast]

Originally posted by Jeffy-CanCon
Agreed, an official refereeing organization is the best we can hope for.

And a good start would be better written, clearly organised rules.

I started a thread but got little interest from anyone wanting to participate.

[Smakman]

Rules at the individual host field will apply and it is up to the Refs-In-Play to know them. Couple that with making it clearly known that safety violations and cheating WILL be delt with and making sure that the bulk of the players believe it (usually requiring an example or two). Most cheaters will only cheat when they think it is safe to do so, meaning they won't get caught, and most safety violations occur when someone is just not thinking and a curt reminder can make the difference.