I'm looking over the NFHS Basketball Officials Manual 2007-09 and have a few questions I'd like to throw out there.
In a 2 person crew:
#1.
2.2 Putting the Ball in Play (Jump ball) (p.19) The manual states:
"E. Possession Gained in Team's Backcourt.
1. Umpire will move with the ball to become the Trail.
2. Referee will move into Lead position. See Diagram 2-4"
My question is do you guys/gals follow this mechanic on a jump ball? I am not sure if I've ever seen that done here in Texas. In virtually all cases I see the R take the Trail position regardless of possession gained in Team's Front or Backcourt.
#2.
2.2 Putting the Ball in Play (Free Throws) (p.23-24) The manual states:
Lead Official:
"6. Watch the first space on the near lane line and all the spaces on the opposite lane..."
Trail Official:
5. Observe the thrower and top two spaces on the opposite lane line..."
(Diagram 2-12 is used to illustrate)
Question: Since the players were moved up one space for the 08-09 season, is this coverage still valid? What is the correct coverage if it's not?
#3.
2.3 Court Coverage (Three Point Try) (p.30) The manual states:
"6. When the Lead Official signals a successful three point attempt, the Trail official shall mirror the signal."
Question: I believe that I was told that the Lead should only signal that the attempted shot is a 3 point attempt --Not signal if the basket is good. I was told the Trail should pick up the attempt and signal if the basket is good. What is the correct mechanic for the Lead?
Appreciate the help! Again I am in the great state of Texas if it helps rule clarification.
