Venting frustration — minimizing it

After being a high school basketball official for the past 20 years (with one hiatus), I have encountered many different personalities. The ones who stick out the most are those who have been to the top of the mountain and think they should stay there every year: "I did the regional finals last year and this year I didn't even get a district assignment. They put him in my spot." Ever heard this frustrating talk?

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