Table Side??

[ace]

We pregamed at camp that all techincal fouls and the 6th (special tourny rule that we were officiating) that we'd go opposite the table. Evaluators made some weird comments about it because we didnt tell them before we got on the floor but at half-time they thought it made perfect sense. I had a hard time remebering to stay opposite if I was already opposite. And new mechanics... I went to a college camp and worked mens mechanics for the similarities to high school. The high school camps around here couldnt fit my schedule. I also did work a few games with womens mechanics and REALLY like them. The leads converage is alot like 2 man. And I think with some minor changes about the little things would be better for high school.

[JRutledge]

Originally posted by Mregor


I just wish the Fed would have some consistency in their philosophy. I've never worked 3-man but am going to a 3-man camp in a few weeks so I've been reading up on the mechanics. In one breath, going tableside, they say it facilitates better communication. In another breath, they want the non-calling official to notify a coach of a DQ which is just awkward. The reasons for both seem to me to contradict each other. Sure the coach may be more upset when his/her star player is DQ'd on #5, but making my partner tell him isn't going to appease him. This has bugged me since they started that last year.

Mregor

I do not think the 5th foul mechanics remains anymore. I think someone found something on the NFHS website that suggest that not to be true. And if I am not mistaken, this was just a recommendation, not a requirement. I still told them last year in most cases. Honestly, just because the NF says it, does not mean we have to follow it. We were using the "kick" mechanic long before last year they put it in. Do what you feel confrontable with and the people you work for.

Peace

[mick]

Originally posted by JRutledge
Honestly, just because the NF says it, does not mean we have to follow it. We were using the "kick" mechanic long before last year they put it in.

Rut,
I would like the "trip" signal.
Could be same as the kick.
mick