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Mark where does it say the timer is authorized to IGNORE the signal?
The clock starts on the signal, articles 2, 3 and 4 are when that signal SHOULD be given.
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Coming in late to this discussion, but as my handle shows, I'm interested. I'm a timer for a NCAA D1 institution with 20 years behind the panel. Because mechanics vary greatly from individual to individual, I've learned not to rely on the chop motion alone in starting the clock. Part of my job, as I see it, is to be knowledgeable of what's happening on the court.
In this particular situation, IF I had a clear view of what was happening on the end line, I'm not looking for a chop. I'm watching the ball and the players.
Part of EVERY pre-game meeting between the floor and table officials invaribly includes the Lead saying "Keep us out of trouble." In the play described, IF I had clear view, and IF I knew A2 was also OOB, the clock isn't starting.
By literal rule I know that's not correct, but I also know it's the correct thing to do based on the "keep us out of trouble rule."
All that goes out the window if I'm screened and don't have a good look. Then I'm looking for a chop.