Official correcting improper Time out call

[Adam]

Originally Posted by Nevadaref

That's not hard. Just look at post #4 by jdw, "If he granted the timeout, you're stuck with it," and post #8 by YOU, "The thing is, the rule says once it's granted, it has to be taken."

Well, since we're quoting me, allow me to quote myself in context.

Originally Posted by snaqwells

The thing is, the rule says once it's granted, it has to be taken. Some officials see this and assume they have to give it to a coach once they blow their whistle. I'd guess these are your newer ones, for the most part.

I obviously understood the ruling. The rule does say what I said it does; and some officials misunderstand it as I indicated.

I'll grant you the post by jdw, I missed that one.