Correctable Error

[BktBallRef]

That's two man. This is three man. In three man, the trail's depth of coverage is determined by game action. It's not automatic that "you have the ball all the way to the basket." For example:

Let's say A1 starts in the T's area, directly in front of him. He drives down the sideline, goes baseline and shoots a reverse layup. Do we really want the T making that call? Both the L and the C have a much better look at the drive and the shot.

Many things don't transfer from two man to three man. It's a different game.

Also for johnny, there is no dual coverage area for the L and T under NFHS mechanics.

[truerookie]

Originally Posted by BktBallRef

That's two man. This is three man.

Let's say A1 starts in the T's area, directly in front of him. He drives down the sideline, goes baseline and shoots a reverse layup. Do we really want the T making that call?

I see your point. This can be something which can be pre-gamed.

[johnnyrao]

Originally Posted by BktBallRef

Also for johnny, there is no dual coverage area for the L and T under NFHS mechanics.

I don't disagree with you about NFHS, but our state official's manual does show this and explain it. They show a shaded area for three-person mechanics on the trail and lead's side of the court. It covers the area inside the three point arc from about mid-way from the baseline to the three point arc. The drive in this case originated from the "dual coverage area" (that is what our manual calls it). Is this a state specific thing? My magnetic board I use for pre-games does not have it but the manual definitely does.

[BktBallRef]

The NF eliminated the dual coverage area two or three seasons ago. Your state association either ignored the change, just hasn't changed their manual yet or they've changed and you need to get a new book.