Critique anyone

[dan74]

Thanks, everyone!

I was hoping the game would be on the site for viewing today, but it isn't posted.

Although there's some difference in opinion about a few habits I've picked up in the last year or so, I will put into practice many of the tips you've all offered. I need to re-read the posts to absorb everything, but here are some thins that stick out. (by the way, I'm too competitive to give up the stripes just yet, I have to get better at this first):

1. Stand tall when at the reporting area;
2. Consistently hustle to the reporting area (I watched a game last night where the officials reported fouls from the end lines);
3. Get better at knowing the foul situation and when bonus is about to take effect;
4. Get better at keeping track of the AP rather than relying on the table or the extra whistle I rotate from pocket to pocket; and
5. Raising my hand before I hand or bounce the ball to the thrower (hadn't thought about this before but it makes good sense).

There was also many good tips pertaining to three person mechanics. I'll study those suggestions, too, althouugh I don't think I'll work any more of those this season. I can see why some officials like it over two person.

Again, thanks.

[tomegun]

IMO, it isn't always necessary to signal "two" on a shooting foul. If everyone in the building knows it was a shooting foul the communication is worthless. Other times it is needed.
Whether NFHS, NCAA or NBA I find value in doing things for a particular reason instead of just following what others do. Most of the time, we should be able to explain why we do certain things.

[lmeadski]

Originally Posted by tomegun

IMO, it isn't always necessary to signal "two" on a shooting foul. If everyone in the building knows it was a shooting foul the communication is worthless. Other times it is needed.

And EVERY ref in our association asks that we communicate two/three shots on a shooting foul. The reason: they know whether it is shooting or on the floor and then know to get the players ready during the report of the foul. How else would one communicate this info to their crew?

[BillyMac]

Originally Posted by lmeadski

on the floor

Oh, Oh! Duck. Here it comes.

[lmeadski]

Originally Posted by BillyMac

Oh, Oh! Duck. Here it comes.

Yea, whatever, bring it. I got broad shoulders today.