Official mechanics

[rngrck]

I see alot of refs using a chopping motion with arms crossed when signaling a foul to the table. Is this considered a hit, please clarify. What exactly is a hit?

[jdw3018]

Originally Posted by rngrck

I see alot of refs using a chopping motion with arms crossed when signaling a foul to the table. Is this considered a hit, please clarify. What exactly is a hit?

"Hit" is not a term used in NFHS.

The chopping motion, according to the Officials Manual, should be done with closed fists and indicates illegal use of hands.

[Splute]

I agree this is illegal use of hands. When reporting I simplify it by calling it a "Hack" and signaling the illegal use of hands signal.

[jdw3018]

Originally Posted by Splute

I agree this is illegal use of hands. When reporting I simplify it by calling it a "Hack" and signaling the illegal use of hands signal.

I don't call it anything.

[Splute]

Originally Posted by jdw3018

I don't call it anything.

Really? u dont verbally report what u are signaling?? r u kiddin w/me

[bob jenkins]

Originally Posted by Splute

Really? u dont verbally report what u are signaling?? r u kiddin w/me

The NFHS mechanics (and, iirc the NCAA mechanics) both say to signal (not verbalize) the type of foul.

[Jurassic Referee]

Originally Posted by Splute

Really? u dont verbally report what u are signaling?? r u kiddin w/me

That's exactly what we train our officials to do too. Talking is extraneous if a signal is given.

[jdw3018]

Originally Posted by Splute

Really? u dont verbally report what u are signaling?? r u kiddin w/me

I verbalize "Blue 42" then give the signal. Sometimes I do a bit more in a situation where there may be confusion on what was called. An example might be where a player is pushed prior to going up with a shot, then contacted again while shooting.

I may say, "Blue 42, push before the shot" while giving the mechanic for a push. But that's only in a situation where the table seems to be confused as well as a coach. If a coach wants an explanation, he can ask me as I'll be tableside after reporting.