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Originally Posted by Jay R
Posted by BtkBallRef:
Why ignore the obvious violation?
How far does the pass have to be from the thrower before you don't call it?
Why penalize the defense that's done their job?
Why ignore the rule?
Do you call a 3 second violation every time it occurs? It's been my experience that some calls while they may be technically correct are better left alone. I believe this to be the case. In the thousands of college basketball games that I have seen in person or on TV, I can not recall seeing an official make this call. I believe it is better to take the path of least resistance here.
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Ten second violations and 3 second violations are a little different. For one no one knows when you start or even stop a 3 second count. Everyone can see your 10 second count if you are doing it properly. And if you have never seen this call, you have not watched much basketball. Not only that, in college there is a shot clock which tends to give away what the count might be. And yes, you should call this with the ball in the air. If you are splitting hairs about whether the ball achieved FC status, then that is another issue. But if the ball is not even close and in the air, I say call it every time and twice on Sunday.
Peace