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Originally Posted by bob jenkins
Most of us should just do what ever is common in our locations / leagues....
Some mechanics have the "2 to a 3 or 3 to a 2" correction be done immediately by the off official with no discussion. Blow the whistle, inform the table (and everyone else) of the change, get the ball back in play.
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This is the preferred mechanic in PIAA land and probably why PIAAREF felt comfortable doing it this way; however, it's always best to include it in the pregame. If the "R" doesn't, I always have a little check list of crew mechanics to cover, including this scenario. Takes about a minute and has a tendency to keep partners from getting peeved and for the crew to look like they are all on the same page.
It is also encouraged locally that as the off-ball official (if you have a chance) take a peek at the feet on a try for 3. Sometimes the calling official is straight lined from seeing both feet.