Spot throw in

[Back In The Saddle]

Originally posted by psychobat
Question: Is it an officials "job" to inform the player taking the ball out of bounds on a spot throw in that they are not allowed to run the baseline? I know you are supposed to indicate when they can run the baseline but are you required to indicate a spot?
I generally do after a time-out but don't in other situations. I know some will say they do as a courtesy but is it required?

On spot throw-ins I usually point to the spot and say something that includes the word "here!" (Like "Red ball, here!") If the thrower doesn't stand fairly close to the spot, I'll require him/her to move to the spot. I don't say anything about running the baseline unless it's after a timeout or violation or some unusual delay.