Call what you see

[Nevadaref]

I do not know exactly how you went about changing this call, but in my opinion you did the right thing for the good of the game.

This was not a judgment call by an official, it was a clear misapplication of the rules. If that player on the floor started a dribble, then got up, there is no possible way that he should have been whistled for a traveling violation.

If I had made that call from a poor angle, I would want a partner to come over and set me straight. Lesson here, don't make calls when you have a bad look.

I've also talked to two of my friends who just worked state finals this weekend, and each of them agreed. It is up to the crew to put egos aside and get the call right for the kids.

One of them even told me that he would be upset with his partner, if the guy clearly observed the play, knew the call was wrong, and didn't come over and offer some help.