[HoosierBuckeye Ref]

Sorry I took so long to reply. I studied for a test last night that took place this morning. I think that is the real reason I am here, confusing sometimes...

At IU in intramural basketball, we play NFHS rules with modifications to timing and not using the bonus until the last minute of each half, then we shoot two shots automatically on all fouls. Otherwise, straight NFHS.

I had two games scheduled, the first, a forfit. The second, it was the Men's II Division (Three Men's Div., Men's 1 being the "best" competition), and I just did not get into the flow of the game. I just had some mental lapses and the team that won got up by 20 in the second half, so with a minute left in the game, we can end the game. I thought I did a decent job w/ my mechanics, and surprisingly, I did not have a travel to call all night. My partner was ok, not his fault for my not getting into the game, but you know how if you are working with someone (at least at this level) who may not have all the mechanics down to a T, but blows his whistle consistantly and communicates well helps you get into the game. I work again on Friday, and I am sure there will be a story to come out of that, since I have three games scheduled.

My roomate worked on a different court and threw the first guy out in the playoffs. He had a situation that I will post about later to get an answer (I do not remember the details) that I would also like an answer to.

I do have one question, if A1 goes up for a layup and B1 is trailing behind (far enough behind that he would not be able to block the shot or pin it against the backboard) and A1 goes up with his layup and B1 subsequently slaps the backboard as the ball is on the rim. Hopefully this makes sense. Is it basket interference or goaltending? I could not find it in the case. I appreciate the help.

I am from Ohio, thus the Buckeye reference as well (I have to cover my hometown and my school, even though both are in the Big (11) Ten).

Thanks for the interest, have a nice day.

[Edited by HoosierBuckeye Ref on Feb 18th, 2004 at 11:27 AM]