NCAAA Final

[Old School]

It was a big game for these guys too, but all in all, the game was a success. I'm sure there was some gitters out there, not wanting to make a mistake, not wanting to miss an obvious foul, etc. The bottom line is the game was well played and well refereed. The players decided the game and you could barely tell the referee's where even out there. There was nothing obvious that was missed IMO although my partner didn't think they where calling enough fouls for Ohio State. I told him Florida just played like a championship team, they didn't miss very many open shots. What I like is now these guys have some big time expereince and will be more relax the next time, if they get selected again.

[BC22]

Corbett set the tempo for the final game and it is all but amazing that the Florida Gators were able to win this game. It is testimony to Donovan keeping his composure and his players able to step up and hit big shots when it counted down the stretch. I have TiVo and could review each call as it was made. The foul called on Horford at the beginning of the game was a "message" call. One of the worst calls in a big game I have ever seen. Corbett and crew clearly intended to protect Oden and make him a star. There was nothing any of the Florida players could do. If they touched Oden they were whistled for a foul. Even when Richards had his arm against Oden's back to keep Oden from leaning back and pushing him down under the basket Richards was whistled. Just absolutely atrocious officiating, particularly by Corbett. Just awful.

[JoeTheRef]

Originally Posted by BC22

Corbett set the tempo for the final game and it is all but amazing that the Florida Gators were able to win this game. It is testimony to Donovan keeping his composure and his players able to step up and hit big shots when it counted down the stretch. I have TiVo and could review each call as it was made. The foul called on Horford at the beginning of the game was a "message" call. One of the worst calls in a big game I have ever seen. Corbett and crew clearly intended to protect Oden and make him a star. There was nothing any of the Florida players could do. If they touched Oden they were whistled for a foul. Even when Richards had his arm against Oden's back to keep Oden from leaning back and pushing him down under the basket Richards was whistled. Just absolutely atrocious officiating, particularly by Corbett. Just awful.

And your analysis is based on what rules interpretation or POE?? Do you officiate many games? Shoot ANY games? Or are you just speaking on behalf of "joe fan"? The answer is obvious.

[Junker]

I gotta agree. Florida did a tremendous job of overcoming an official that was obviously out to make sure they lose. They let Oden get by with murder and didn't blow the whistle. Jeez, you'd think out of an entire nation of officials they could find 3 that are unbiased. (I just thought I'd try to post like a fan and see how it works. )

[BC22]

I had no dog in this fight. I actually reside in Cincinnati and pulled hard for Ohio State to defeat Florida in the football final. My point is clear and there can be no disputing it, Oden was the media darling and the refs, particularly Corbett, were set on making him a star. Oden has been hyped all season as though he were the next Alcindor or Walton. The guy is not even remotely close to either in skill set.

But, again, sticking to the facts, how could you interpret Horford's defense on Oden as a foul a minute and a half into the game? How can Richards be whistled for a foul for placing his arm, not elbow, up against Oden to keep him from backing him down? You know as well as I do that an official can make or break a player or game? Corbett was hellbent on doing that last night. Perhaps he has aspirations of moving up to the NBA. Who knows?

I've played a lot of basketball, both high school and college. You needn't attempt to denigrate my observations by classifying me as simply "joe fan." In fact that tells a great deal about your mindset regarding those who are watching this great game.

[Rich]

Originally Posted by BC22

I had no dog in this fight. I actually reside in Cincinnati and pulled hard for Ohio State to defeat Florida in the football final. My point is clear and there can be no disputing it, Oden was the media darling and the refs, particularly Corbett, were set on making him a star. Oden has been hyped all season as though he were the next Alcindor or Walton. The guy is not even remotely close to either in skill set.

But, again, sticking to the facts, how could you interpret Horford's defense on Oden as a foul a minute and a half into the game? How can Richards be whistled for a foul for placing his arm, not elbow, up against Oden to keep him from backing him down? You know as well as I do that an official can make or break a player or game? Corbett was hellbent on doing that last night. Perhaps he has aspirations of moving up to the NBA. Who knows?

I've played a lot of basketball, both high school and college. You needn't attempt to denigrate my observations by classifying me as simply "joe fan." In fact that tells a great deal about your mindset regarding those who are watching this great game.

Our "mindset" is that 99.9% of the fans who don't officiate are clueless regarding how a game is officiated, while 90% of the fans think you just steal a referee shirt from Foot Locker and start working college games.

So, again, how many NCAA games HAVE you officiated? How many games at all? Fanboy, go home.

[NewNCref]

Originally Posted by BC22

I had no dog in this fight. I actually reside in Cincinnati and pulled hard for Ohio State to defeat Florida in the football final. My point is clear and there can be no disputing it, Oden was the media darling and the refs, particularly Corbett, were set on making him a star. Oden has been hyped all season as though he were the next Alcindor or Walton. The guy is not even remotely close to either in skill set.

But, again, sticking to the facts, how could you interpret Horford's defense on Oden as a foul a minute and a half into the game? How can Richards be whistled for a foul for placing his arm, not elbow, up against Oden to keep him from backing him down? You know as well as I do that an official can make or break a player or game? Corbett was hellbent on doing that last night. Perhaps he has aspirations of moving up to the NBA. Who knows?

I've played a lot of basketball, both high school and college. You needn't attempt to denigrate my observations by classifying me as simply "joe fan." In fact that tells a great deal about your mindset regarding those who are watching this great game.

Give me a break. Perhaps if you knew anything about officiating, you'd know rough post play has been a POE all season, and particularly in the tournament. It was a foul, called early in the game because.....IT WAS A FOUL. If you for one second believe that Corbett was biased in his officiating, then you are absolutely insane.

The "joe fan" classification is appropriate for you. You're not interested in having a well officiated game, but rather, with "letting them play." I mean really, why do officials call traveling, especially the little ones. We should just "let them play." The game is over, Corbett (and the rest of the crew) did a fantastic job, and I would say all of them will be in the running for a repeat performance next year.

[Jurassic Referee]

Originally Posted by BC22

I've played a lot of basketball, both high school and college. You needn't attempt to denigrate my observations by classifying me as simply "joe fan."

Gee, let me be the first to apologize. I didn't know that you played basketball. That obviously makes you an expert on officiating.

Just to set the record straight, no one called you "Joe Fan" either. The term usually used here is "ignorant fanboy azzhole".

Sooooooo......piss off, fanboy.

Shoo, shoo.......

[Junker]

Originally Posted by BC22

I've played a lot of basketball, both high school and college. You needn't attempt to denigrate my observations by classifying me as simply "joe fan." In fact that tells a great deal about your mindset regarding those who are watching this great game.

Playing is not officiating. You look at the game from a biased point of view. This is a forum for officials. You are more than entitled to your uneducated opinion, but you probably won't get anyone here to agree. Go out, contact your state, become an official, work some games, then come back with an opinion and we might give you some credibility. Until then, you are in the wrong place to complain.

[earmitage]

Who is the person moderating this thread? Why would 'Dan ref' be allowed to make an obscene post, as he did with post #25?

[JRutledge]

Originally Posted by earmitage

Who is the person moderating this thread? Why would 'Dan ref' be allowed to make an obscene post, as he did with post #25?

You are new here.

Peace

[M&M Guy]

Originally Posted by earmitage

Who is the person moderating this thread? Why would 'Dan ref' be allowed to make an obscene post, as he did with post #25?

What makes it obscene?

Is it because the monkey isn't wearing pants?

[All_Heart]

Originally Posted by earmitage

Who is the person moderating this thread? Why would 'Dan ref' be allowed to make an obscene post, as he did with post #25?

I don't see anything obscene. Just a monkey cleaning the sleep out of his eyes.

If your talking about his foot, he is holding his right foot's toe..............I think

[Adam]

Great! They're like rabbits.

[deecee]

Originally Posted by Snaqwells

Great! They're like rabbits.

At least rabbits are cute and cuddly.

Who wants some cheese with all this Whine?