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Originally posted by eroe39
We cannot take every rule literally. I think I mentioned the 3 second play to you.
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No, we can't and I don't. But when the NF posts a situation in the case book or on their website, I blieve it's because they want it called that way. I cited a case play that addresses the original post. In such cases as this, I believe the NF wants the rule called based on the case book play. Otherwise, there'd be no reason to print the book.
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Originally posted by RookieDude
Well stated...
Here are some more;
* The semi dunk...not slam dunk...in pregame warmups...if just a one time thing I'll usually ignore it...NO "T"
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It's either a dunk or it isn't. But if it's close, preventive officiating would dictate that you give a small warning to the player.
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* The books at the table are not completely filled out 10 minutes prior to the game...person is still frantically writing the players and numbers in...I don't check the books untill I see they are finished...NO "T"
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You may want to look at this rule again. The book does not have to be ready at the 10 minute mark. The roster and starting lineup for each team must simply be ready and available for the scorer to record.
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* Both the Coach and Assistant Coach are standing in or outside the box during the game...I warn them...NO "T"
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Yes, but you shouldn't continue to warn them all night.
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Sorry BsktbalRef, but I do believe this is a good forum for opinons...it develops each officials personal philosophy of how he/she wants to call the game. You seem to have an excellent knowledge of the rules...keep up the great work on the rule references...but please, have some patience with those officials who want to post their thoughts...try not to belittle them...just show them where they are "wrong".
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First, I've re-read what I wrote and I don't believe I've belittled anyone. I certainly didn't call anyone any names and refer to them in a derogatory manner.
Of course, this forum is is for opinions. But that doesn't mean we have to agree. When I feel that a rule supports my postion, I'm going to argue that rule. It would be silly for me to disagree but not offer my opinion as well. And if I have a rule to back me up, I'm going to use it.
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I would be willing to bet a game check that there are many who read these posts but are afraid to ask or respond to questions because of the ridicule they may face.
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Well, that's unfortunate. Spirited debate is part of this forum. You're new and hopefully you will adjustn to that. I've been posting here for a while. I'd rather someone stand up and argue their point with me than to act as if I don't exist and talk about me in the third person. It's very unlikely that I'll supress my opinion if I feel strongly about it. I hope you won't be offended.
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That is too bad,because no matter how simple the question may be to the experienced official...it is still good review for all of us.
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I have not seen any question, no matter how simple, put to ridicule. Again, don't be offended but you can't be so sensitive. There are lots of young officials on this board that I believe I have helped since I first began to post. I'll be glad to help you but you gotta take the good with what you perceive as the bad.
If not, then do what I do in some cases. Just ignore the post.