Which Side of the Lane Line?

[Raymond]

I always allow them to start where they wish. In 2-man I would have no problem bouncing the ball across the paint. In 3-man, I will move to the side from which they wish to start the play.

[packersowner]

Originally Posted by BadNewsRef

I always allow them to start where they wish. In 2-man I would have no problem bouncing the ball across the paint. In 3-man, I will move to the side from which they wish to start the play.

My opinion, this is confusing to partners and looks lazy. Plus it puts the basket in my direct line of sight. If something happens at the spot, I want to be looking outside in not across the lane.

[Raymond]

Originally Posted by BadNewsRef

I always allow them to start where they wish. In 2-man I would have no problem bouncing the ball across the paint. In 3-man, I will move to the side from which they wish to start the play.

Originally Posted by packersowner

My opinion, this is confusing to partners and looks lazy. Plus it puts the basket in my direct line of sight. If something happens at the spot, I want to be looking outside in not across the lane.

I have no idea what you are trying to convey. And what looks lazy and confuses partners? What would look lazy to me is telling A1 he has to start where you tell him just to save the C and new Lead walking a few steps to swap positions.

[packersowner]

Originally Posted by BadNewsRef

I have no idea what you are trying to convey. And what looks lazy and confuses partners? What would look lazy to me is telling A1 he has to start where you tell him just to save the C and new Lead walking a few steps to swap positions.

My comment was only related to bouncing the ball across the lane. Slightly different scenario, but it illustrates the point of bouncing the ball across the lane and why it can be confusing.

In 2 Man, if I am the T and see the ball go OOB on T side of the court, I am going to make the assumption that my partner is going to walk across the lane and take the ball out where it went OOB. When I turn up the court to become new lead and rotate from one side to another, I don't want to see my partner on the same side. For me its consistency, if we always "take it out" where it went out, then its a lot easier for the new L to get into the right position.

[Raymond]

Originally Posted by packersowner

My comment was only related to bouncing the ball across the lane. Slightly different scenario, but it illustrates the point of bouncing the ball across the lane and why it can be confusing.

In 2 Man, if I am the T and see the ball go OOB on T side of the court, I am going to make the assumption that my partner is going to walk across the lane and take the ball out where it went OOB. When I turn up the court to become new lead and rotate from one side to another, I don't want to see my partner on the same side. For me its consistency, if we always "take it out" where it went out, then its a lot easier for the new L to get into the right position.

The ball didn't go OOB; its a made basket followed by time out. You are bringing up a situation that has nothing to do with the subject being discussed.

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[Refhoop]

Originally Posted by packersowner

My opinion, this is confusing to partners and looks lazy. Plus it puts the basket in my direct line of sight. If something happens at the spot, I want to be looking outside in not across the lane.

How would you handle a throw-in to half court, opposite the table, followed by a quick shot...?
Can the average 64 year old veteran get there in time to get that last shot or do you have the C table side get the last shot?

[Rich]

Originally Posted by Refhoop

How would you handle a throw-in to half court, opposite the table, followed by a quick shot...?
Can the average 64 year old veteran get there in time to get that last shot or do you have the C table side get the last shot?

If I'm opposite trail, I still have the last shot even if I'm at the end line. I don't have to be on top of the shooter to see if he's released the ball before the horn. I can see the sun and it's 93 million miles away.

[Refhoop]

Originally Posted by Rich

If I'm opposite trail, I still have the last shot even if I'm at the end line. I don't have to be on top of the shooter to see if he's released the ball before the horn. I can see the sun and it's 93 million miles away.

Depending on the earth's orbit, you could be off by a million miles or so and therefore miss the release of that shot.
Sorry coach, I tried to hold my whistle on that one...

[jpgc99]

I can't believe there is this much discussion on this topic. If the player wants the ball on the other side of the basket, move over there and administer the throw. C & T need to adjust to your new positioning.

I always move if the player asks and only once had a partner complain that I made him "long switch." Moving up to become the C in this situation isn't a long switch, and if your legs can't get you to the proper position you've got more problems than this.

[JRutledge]

Originally Posted by jpgc99

I can't believe there is this much discussion on this topic. If the player wants the ball on the other side of the basket, move over there and administer the throw. C & T need to adjust to your new positioning.

I always move if the player asks and only once had a partner complain that I made him "long switch." Moving up to become the C in this situation isn't a long switch, and if your legs can't get you to the proper position you've got more problems than this.

I cannot believe this is a discussion either. The player can throw the ball from anywhere he wishes. They do not get to dictate where I put the ball in play. And in my area we are not allowed by our mechanic to bounce the ball across the lane or anywhere on the end line.

I have in my 20 years and counting only had one coach make this request and they did not even communicate what they wanted done. He got a T for his actions. And I have gone on to work much better games and I have not seen that coach since. So I guess it is really not a big deal.

Peace

[Camron Rust]

Originally Posted by Rich

If I'm opposite trail, I still have the last shot even if I'm at the end line. I don't have to be on top of the shooter to see if he's released the ball before the horn. I can see the sun and it's 93 million miles away.

Sure, but are all players as bright as the sun?

[Raymond]

Originally Posted by Camron Rust

Sure, but are all players as bright as the sun?

Their parents think so.

[BillyMac]

Originally Posted by Camron Rust

... are all players as bright as the sun?

Originally Posted by BadNewsRef

Their parents think so.

I'm so bright that my mother calls me Sonny.

[bob jenkins]

Originally Posted by Camron Rust

Sure, but are all players as bright as the sun?

Only in the Lake Wobegon rec league.

[Freddy]

Originally Posted by bob jenkins

Only in the Lake Wobegon rec league.

Where the GV players are strong,
the male cheerleaders are good looking,
and the referees are above average?