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Originally posted by jeffpea
As for the question of whether to bounce the ball along the endline to the thrower, you may want to check with your state/association clinicians to see which mechanic to use (bounce or hand).
In Illinois, the Head Clinician has said there is no situation that you should ever bounce the ball along the endline. You should almost always bounce when administering along the sidelines. The reason you bounce vs. hand is to put yourself in the best position to see the throw-in action (in order words: gain an advantage). There is no advantage gained along the endline - the players cannot get behind you or any further from the opposite basket - so do not bounce. Simply walk over and administer accordingly.
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I don't buy that argument. If the throwin spot is at the lane line extended, players can be out in the corner. The same advantage is gained by bouncing the ball along the endline as along the sideline. It gives you a better view of the whole play.