is farther from the basket until the ball L goes to sideline 1.3.8 Contracts: Contracts for games should be in writing to avoid any misunderstanding as to terms or dates. One extreme is wild, purposeless running. Take a step back from the endline or sideline, increasing visual clearance and assuring proper perspective. 1.2.5 Courteousness: Politeness is the lubricant for good human relations. Then, upon arrival at the game site, be sure to introduce yourselves to game management. The guidelines regarding hand-checking, post play, illegally bumping off-the-ball coverage must be emphasized in the pregame meeting before every game, Stay consistent as a crew throughout the game, Stay with the play after you have called a foul or a violation, On-/off-ball coverage/areas of intersection, Referee your new area of responsibility immediately. High School Associations official to communicate that the team inbounding the PDF 3-Person Basketball Pregame Conference - MHSAA 1. Ball location keys the need for a rotation To Team captains: team color, proper basket, other appropriate items. 1.1.3: Game Officials:For the vast majority of the group, officiating is a satisfying avocation rather than a full-time vocation. Calling official becomes T observes all It should be THE book used for training and continued study. may be two Cs for brief periods of time. When these types of appropriate behavior occur, competitive play is more enjoyable for everyone. lined.. Free Throw Shooter:
Rule 9-1-3g was revised in 2014-15 to allow a player occupying a marked lane space to enter the lane on the release of the ball by the free thrower. Switch 3 A Better Official, Basketball Rules Expert Podcast Ep. Precisely executed clear signals establish the understanding that the officials are in complete charge with the game properly under their control. Greet head coaches, address sporting behavior expectations, and check on legality of player equipment. All rights reserved. Know your primary coverage area (PCA).
The new lead is responsible for the frontcourt endline. It is a coachs responsibility to teach players the proper rule based techniques of legal rebounding. Shot and Rebound Coverage:
L should not be positioned within lane lines
Both C and T should close down on shots
C is primarily responsible for weak side rebounding
If shooter is in your area, you must referee the defense and bring the shooter back to the floor. with partners that he/she has the last- U1 observes home team warm-up Illegal contact on post players include extended arm bars, elbows, use of leg or knee and backing down into or through an established position to displace an opponent from a legally obtained position should be ruled a foul. Staying in the Frontcourt Terminology:
Straight-Line: Refers to a situation that occurs when an official allows his/her vision to be obstructed by a player or players; having to look through a player instead of in between players. Carefully check scoring and timing facilities before each half and at intervals during each half. PCA is determined Posts: 27,190 . Rotation A live ball situation where the ball keys a change in coverage.the lead official moves to ball side dictating a change of position for the center and trail but the lead should not rotate until all three officials are in front court. C. The Lead official has primary responsibility for the near half of the key area and inside the arc below the free throw line extended. the location of Lead official. C has closest sideline Join Active The presence of an official in whom the players have confidence will prevent most of these situations. [bctt tweet=Purpose of Rules: The philosophy of the basketball rules is to allow two teams to play so that neither team has an unfair advantage. Knowing and maintaining correct positions on the court is important in administering the rules. Otherwise, many of the statements concerning rules provisions are meaningless. The Trail Part 2 Terminology 2015-17 NFHS an established position to displace an opponent from a Also discuss team color, proper basket, other appropriate items. frontcourt; T mirrors clock-chop signal The first-round selection of Mississippi State cornerback Emmanuel Forbes checked one box. Double Whistles: Double whistles belong to primary. PCA is determined by ball location. 0 A Better Official. After a violation is called Call only your line, Coverage Stay Home in Primary - Referee.com 1.0.4: Officials shall prepare themselves both physically and mentally, shall dress neatly and appropriately, and shall comport themselves in a manner consistent with the high standards of the profession. or 1.2.14 Integrity: An officials word is his/her bond. If coaches, however, are complaining constantly about the decision of contest officials, spectators are more likely to do the same. legally obtained position should be ruled a foul. spaces prior to the ball being released by the boxed-in, & Rebound Coverage Move to improve angles of coverage, FT-At 28-foot mark unless players in backcourt, Competitive or potential match-up concerns, Help calls: out of bounds, 2-VS. 3-point shot, tipped ball, CUulluLiailuot score, Time-outs: get together, especially late in the game-quarter-ending situations, Double personal/technical fouls; intentional; flagrant; fights, Consider intentional fouls on fast-break situations, Referee your primary coverage area when ball goes away from you, Patient whistle: blocked shots, rebound situations, calls out of your primary, Concentrate and focus throughout the entire game, 0:15:00 Officials enter court area and go directly to positions, Referee will introduce or cause introductions, U1 and U2 will get respective team captains. 0:10:00 Remaining official(s) go across the floor join referee, greet the visiting coach, then greet the home coach. to effectively communicate with semicircle prior to the ball contacting the ring or backboard. . Don't Guess 5. This is well into the lead's primary but there is no way the lead can cover the ball in the corner and cover the post action.and that IS the most likely place the ball will go next if it is not shot. A positive, open line of communication between officials and coaches ultimately results in a better contest for everyone involved. Timidity or hesitation causes a lack of confidence. The penalty for a single flagrant personal or flagrant technical foul is two free throws and disqualification plus awarding the ball to the opponents for a throw-in. This is facilitated through the registration, promotion and training programs practiced in the majority of states. The side of the 2015-17 Basketball Officials Manual Make sure your elbow is directly below the ball and perpendicular to the floor to ensure a straight toss. 1.1.6 Signals: Proper NFHS signals, as outlined in this manual and the rules book, are to be used exclusively. 1.2.13 Maintain Control: Clean, fast play is a credit to any team. Proper throw-in administration is critical to ensure your games run smoothly. Set For Life. This is implemented when the lead official moves to ball side dictating a change of position by the center and trail officials. Backcourt When play moves from one endline toward the other, the trail has primary responsibility in the backcourt. An arm-bar is extended and displaces an arm laterally, bending the elbow at a 90- Pregame Positions:
U1 observes home team warm-up
U2 observes visiting team warm-up. Nearer sideline, division line, backcourt endline. The C only facilitates the Let the manager make the offer to release you if he/she desires to do so. displaces an opponent; leg or knee is used in the rear of an Any speech or harassment that is insulting, demeaning or hurtful will not be tolerated. Sections include: How to master PCA 2. Rough play may lead to injuries and bruised egos. The jump ball sets the tone for the rest of the game. It's the first action directly related to the game and that first impression can be a lasting one. Varsity Officials Pregame - What Do You Say? - The Official Forum Never use unauthorized signals. o Two sets of eyes on off-ball activity. THREE OFFICIALS MECHANICS:
Please thoroughly review the notes section of the presentation. The Mastering Primary Coverage Area (PCA) guide identifies ways to improve your officiating through effective primary coverage management. In recent years, a heightened level of unsportsmanlike behavior has been occurring by spectators at high school sporting events, and it must be stopped. I played hs ball and coached modified. Reminders for officials administering throw-ins: Hand the ball to the thrower with the inside hand (closest to the thrower). Depending on backcourt pressure, the lead is positioned near the division line on the sideline opposite the trail, ensuring both sidelines and both endlines are covered. Becomes new T
T becomes new L
C remains C
Important for all officials to designate throw-in spot. Rule Book that addresses cleaning up three spaces on the opposite line Rebound coverage. L may administer throw-ins on either side of Allowable action by screeners, cutters, and defenders are outlined in the rules, and officials who focus on their primary area will naturally officiate these kinds of plays with more accuracy and consistency. center point), end line to end line. No Free Throws, Reporting & Switching Mechanics Changes Official need to demonstrate proper authority behavior at all times in their dealings with players, coaches, administrators, and spectators, recognizing their important role in education-based athletic programs. Rebounding:
Some examples of illegal rebounding activity are:
Displacing, charging or pushing an opponent;
Extending the arms or elbows to impede the movement of an opponent;
Using the hips or knees to hinder or impede an opponent; Rebounding:
Violation of the principle of verticality;
Contact between players in free-throw lane spaces prior to the ball being released by the free thrower. MHSAA Basketball Officials Manual - Crews of 2 and 3 3 Section 1: General Basketball Officiating I) MHSAA Basketball Rules Fundamentals While the ball remains live, a loose ball always remains in control of the team whose player last had control, unless it is a try or tap for goal. invaluable information. Opposite Side: The side of court opposite the The Trail official may be table side or opposite side, but will be on the same side of the court as the Lead. Penalties for fouls are administered in the order in which the fouls occurred. Center Official: The outside official who is in the off- position by the Center and Trail officials. rotation! End Line Throw-Ins in the Frontcourt:
The Lead administers all throw-ins on the end line in the frontcourt
The Lead may administer throw-ins on either side of player when staying in frontcourt. Contest officials, however, should never engage with spectators who are exhibiting unsporting behavior. properly enforced and penalized. Careers More than four players, the lead helps. That "swivel" glance allows the lead to help the trail with backcourt traffic plus watch players in the frontcourt. jumpers Manual was revised for 2015-17. Coaches set the tone at athletic contests with their display of sportsmanship. B. Officials should practice exerting the signals and during the game know immediately what signal should be used. There must be a collaborative, working relationship between contest officials and game administration to promote good sportsmanship and safely conduct the contest. Also, most schools have a junior varsity team for both boys and girls, and in addition, many have separate teams for sophomores and freshmen. Table Side C becomes new L The signal is used by the trail official to indicate the team inbounding the ball may move along the baseline. 1.1.8 Officiating Fees: Game fees should be agreed upon through friendly negotiations between officials in a given area and those who administer the school program. Signals are not interchangeable. The manner in which a signal is given determines, to some degree, its acceptance by those associated with the game. Cs side of court, C moves higher to or defensive player. Backcourt to Frontcourt - extended. By aggressively penetrating toward the endline when players drive the lane, the trail can take some of the pressure off the lead by being in great position to judge the play. Rotations:
If a trap occurs near the division line on Cs side of court, C moves higher to officiate that play and L should initiate a rotation
If L does not rotate C should go back to a normal C position when play permits
Remember, only the L initiates a rotation! Straight-Line: Refers to a situation that L administers all free throws has Three Officials Mechanics, Set For Life. Officials are reminded that, when A foul or violation in the first quarter is expected to be a foul or violation in the last minute of a contest. During recent years, freedom of movement for players has improved, and officials need to remember the simple concepts of Rule 10-7-12 that prohibit defensive players from placing two hands, an extended arm bar, keeping a hand on an opponent, or contacting an opponent more than once with the same hand or alternating hands. Sign In. last shot attempt, & Intermissions NFHS playing rules are written to encourage sportsmanship. The practice of making speedy decisions must be habitual. Trail mirrors the Leads chop clock signal. What to Do. The lead also watches the lane space nearest the endline on the lane line nearest the lead. seasons. PDF Basketball Officials Manual - MHSAA rebounding position on an opponent must be Positions Officials should observe bench and Positioning of two free officials: From a review of nationally injury data, more basketball injuries occur in the post than any other place on the floor. Maintain good posture while on the floor and administer your duties in a businesslike manner. new L signal has been added to the signal chart. In all situations, the welfare of an injured player has the highest priority. The movements must be such that the official is constantly in position to observe any action which falls under his/her jurisdiction. 1.2.16 Cardinal Principles: The following items are specific goals and personal attributes that every good official will strive to attain and accepted procedures which should be followed. L should not be 2013-15 Basketball 3 Man Mechanics NFHS - SlideShare Observing the entire play. The quickest way to lose respect of coaches and players is to get the reputation of being a homer. All actions should reflect strict and total impartiality. High school sports and other activities exist to lift people up, not demean or tear people down. When that happens, no one is watching the other players. In addressing the captain of a team, do so by title. In any transition, effective coverage means significant movement by the trail. C is primarily Keeping these simple principles in mind are critical for officials and need to be ruled when they occur. rotation responsibility for bottom lane space and and just inside the tableside boundary If there are four or fewer players in the backcourt, the trail works alone there. recognizing who is officiating what. Anticipating the play, but not the call. Officials Coverages - NFHS Jacket: Navy blue or black, all crew the same, if worn. Mailbag Episode: Basketball Rules Questions Asked and Answered! Shirt: Standard black/white vertically striped, Short sleeves-approximately 8 inches in length; with black cuffs, V neck shirt shall be worn and an undershirt should not be visible, Entire crew shall wear same design and style. ball has the ability, if they choose, to move along the Remove jacket during introductions of players. tactic using hands or arms or just The Mastering Primary Coverage Area (PCA) guide identifies ways to improve your officiating through effective primary coverage management. An easy way to end the conversation is to your explanation should be the extent of the conversation. 5 A Better Official, Basketball Rules Expert Podcast Ep. side of the court as the Trail. When the trail administers the throw-in in the backcourt: The thrower is always between the trail and the thrower's goal. B. Rotation A live-ball situation where-by the location of the ball keys a change in coverage for officials. quickly reversed or a quick shot taken Rotation: A live-ball situation, whereby the location of the ball keys a change in coverage for the officials. C has responsibility for shooter, flight of guarding position. Post play. who calls a violation or foul. High School Associations Do Not Sell My Personal Information Then becomes new C.
C becomes new L
T remains T, Foul Reporting and Switching on Offensive Calls: Backcourt to Frontcourt No Free throws
Table Side:
L calls foul table side, reports and becomes the new L
Old C becomes the new C
Old T becomes the new T and administers the throw-in
Opposite:
L calls foul opposite, reports and moves to front court to become the new C
Old T becomes new L
Old C becomes the new T and administers the throw-in, Foul Switching and Switching on Offensive Calls: Backcourt to Frontcourt No Free Throws
Table Side:
T calls foul, reports and slides down to become new L
Old C becomes new C
Old L becomes the T and goes to the sideline to administer the throw-in
Opposite:
T calls foul, reports and moves opposite to become new L
Old C becomes new C
L goes to sideline to administer throw-in and becomes new T, Foul Reporting and Switching on Offensive Calls: Backcourt to Frontcourt No Free Throws
Table Side:
C calls foul, reports and slides down to become new L
Old T becomes new C
Old L becomes the T and goes to the sideline to administer the throw-in
Opposite:
C calls foul, reports and moves opposite to become new L
Old T becomes new C
L goes to sideline to administer throw-in and becomes new T, Disqualification Procedure:
New table side (C or T) official:
Notifies coach
Requests timer to begin 20-second replacement interval
Notifies disqualified player
Officials not administering disqualification position for subsequent throw-in or free throw, Disqualification Procedure:
Administering official takes a position on division line half way between center circle and sideline nearest table to administer substitution, Free Throws:
Calling official becomes T observes all action and assists with violations, rebounding action and fouls
L administers all free throws has responsibility for bottom lane space and three spaces on the opposite line
C has responsibility for shooter, flight of ball, and top two lane spaces on opposite line
C and T close down on last shot attempt, Free Throws:
T is at approximately the 28-foot mark and just inside the tableside boundary line NOT at the division line
L is approximately 4 feet from near lane line for ALL free throws
C is halfway between the near lane line and the sideline; just above the free-throw line extended, Free Throws:
Calling official becomes T
L administers all throws
C and T close down on last shot attempt, Time-Outs & Intermissions:
Administering official stays with ball at resumption of play location puts ball on floor if movement is necessary
Positioning of two free officials:
60-second time-out/intermission nearest block
30-second time-out top of three-point arc
Officials should observe bench and table activity, Last-Second Shot:
C or T Opposite table official is responsible
L may offer assistance or be responsible on fast break
Responsible official communicates with partners that he/she has the last-second shot
Discuss during pregame. If calling official was table side, no All game officials are responsible for monitoring this. Stoppages of play inside the key circle, plus the area from the free-throw line corners to the endline corners and below, result in throw-ins along the endline nearest the stoppage of play. The trail signals the number of attempts to the scorer's table and visibly has a 10-second count with hand farthest from the basket. B. Wide Triangle: All three officials forming the Knowing all phases of the rules at the end of the season is no guarantee that it will carry over to the next season. 1.3.7 Obtaining a schedule: An officiating schedule is to an official as patients are to a physician. Being in a position to observe any questionable contact will go a long way toward preventing such contact. and continues to be among the leading cause of COURT COVERAGE Know your primary position, line responsibilities (full court, half court, end line, transition) and primary coverage area (PCA) Resist ball-watching and observe action in your PCA and prioritize off-ball surveillance. Whether the clock is running or is stopped has no influence on the counting of a goal. If there is some good reason for cancellation, confer with the contest manager and present the facts honestly. post play. It takes the efforts of everyone every day to ensure that sportsmanship remains one of the top priorities in education-based activity programs. The only way the official can stop it is to penalize. This is implemented when the Lead official moves to ball side dictating a change of position by the Center and Trail officials. should close reporting A rotation should only take place when The use of demeaning language, or hate speech, by students, parents and other fans must cease. information has been added to the two) related to movement of the ball. For this purpose, the official should not hesitate to accept intramural level games or recreation league games without too much concern about the fee. Primary Coverage Area Area of responsibility for each official.PCA is determined by ball location. from the elbow in a waving motion regardless of location bump and run R (tossing official) always Displacing, charging or pushing an opponent;
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