Well it was certainly an eye opener. At no point did I really think about the laws as such, you just kinda go with you you gut reaction to a situation. I was lucky as the game was played in good spirit and I only had a few decisions to make and no tackles flying too aggressively, so no cards to give out.
There was one chap getting a bit over the top and aggressive, but managed to keep him fairly calm with the odd word here and there.
I really enjoyed it. One thing that did surprise was just how important position is. I know it may seem obvious but I didnt realise how much easier the job is when your in the right position as you can really give a decision with total confidence or wave it away confidently.
I found being out of position and people calling for a foul you really do doubt whether your making the wrong call by waving it away. But I was well truly going on the basis of I was only giving what I could see, which I was really happy with as I was worried the second a few people are shouting for a foul I'd buckle and give it. That said I know I missed a hand ball and even at the end of the game the player said to me he "got away with it" but again I think that was down to my position.
But overall I really enjoyed it. I kept up with play which was one of my main worries and I think the fact the game was so friendly made it alot easier!
I'm going to look at getting some more games booked in now as really want to get to the level 7 asap.
Cheers for all the help and support guys, hopefully this will be the first of many!