Sunday, December 23, 2007

My favorite referee

Is it weird to have a favorite referee?  I usually don't pay much attention to the officials, but this guy is SO much fun to watch.  His name is Mike Carey.




He worked the Cowboys game last night.  I always get so excited when he's on the job.  Every arm motion is deliberate and forceful.  His voice booms things like "OFF SIDES" with so much authority that it makes ME feel guilty for the penalty.

I read a bit about him (thank goodness for the internet) and he's a very interesting guy, too.  Kevin and I had a 10 minute discussion about how he would order from a menu in a restaurant.  His arm would sweep wide toward the menu, while he booms, "I'll take the petit fillet, MEDIUM WELL, and a SALAD, dressing on the side." 

OK, it loses a lot when you type it out, but if you ever see number 94 in the role of referee during a game, pay attention.  You'll see exactly what I mean.  OK, back to my nap, now.  The Chiefs lose more efficiently if I'm sleeping during the game.  *yawn*

2 comments:

Anonymous said...

I watched the cowboys game and I know what you mean.  He is good.  And he takes his job very seriously.  He wants to get the calls correct.
I can see him ordering in a restaurant like you said.  

Anonymous said...

Haaaa.......I've said the same thing!!  Only I was imagining.....I.....ummm.....okay, nevermind.

~Amy