1. The only way that's on the defense is if it's USC (9-5-d) - if the defense is using disconcertion to try to get A to false start, in which case the R gave the wrong signal (I use "R" loosely, as there was no one on the field with a white hat), OR if B20, who we don't see until the penalty is being enforced, encroached on the very near side.
2. I agree with previous post - don't know history before the call.
3. Looks suspect from the camera angle. Probably would've helped if the LJ was using "off" mechanics, putting him closer to the play. In any event,
A. I wasn't aware of the new NFHS officials' mechanics update that allows us to long-distance our penalties into the R by signaling them from downfield.
B. I must've missed the "personal foul, defensive pass interference" memo. Someone want to send that to me?
And I agree that lower level games are where officials learn, but unless this association is absolutely dying for officials and R's in particular, these things look pretty bad by the R.
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