Tough call at a tough time in a tough game...

[Dan_ref]

Originally posted by Oz Referee
FIBA Rules:

Article 6.2

"... the officials' signing of the scoresheet ... terminates ... their connection with the game."

I hope this clarifies the point. I would assume that NCAA, NBA and High School rules are the same, or at least very similar.

Duane

Not at all similar. NCAA 2-2-4 defines when our
jurisdiction is to start & end. It ends when the official
leaves the confines of the court. There is no requirement to
sign the book, in fact both NF & NCAA mechanics require us
to meet at the end of the court nearest the exit immediately
after the final horn (NCAA women's mechanics require the
officials to meet center court if the score is within 4
points). Book signing is done before the game.