Beginner Ref With Questions

[christianH]

Yes that is a serious question

If you are in doubt you don't want to punish someone for your mistakes.

[WreckRef]

Originally Posted by christianH

Yes that is a serious question

If you are in doubt you don't want to punish someone for your mistakes.

Block/Charge is one of the hardest calls to make, especially for new officials because a lot of times it happens so quick. With time this call gets easier to make. Just know that you have 3 options, charge (player control), block or no call. Typically whatever call you make, the opposing team isn't going to like it so you will just have to learn to ignore it.

Blow the whistle, raise your hand in a fist, take a second to replay the situation in your mind then make the call with confidence.

[grunewar]

Originally Posted by WreckRef

Blow the whistle, raise your hand in a fist, take a second to replay the situation in your mind then make the call with confidence.

And put the ball in play!

[christianH]

Thanks a lot guys for your help

[cardinalfan]

Originally Posted by christianH

Thanks a lot guys for your help

christianH,
Keep trying to get better. The more experience you have, the more the game slows down.

[WreckRef]

Originally Posted by cardinalfan

christianH,
Keep trying to get better. The more experience you have, the more the game slows down.

Definitely agree with that statement.

Only one time where it didn't. I used to officiate a men's league that was comprised of almost all former D1 (a lot only a few years removed), ex-Euro and ex-NBAers. That league was tough to keep up with, especially since it was 2 man. Games were typically in the 130's, 140's with a 22 minute running half clock.

[Amesman]

Originally Posted by WreckRef

Definitely agree with that statement.

Only one time where it didn't. I used to officiate a men's league that was comprised of almost all former D1 (a lot only a few years removed), ex-Euro and ex-NBAers. That league was tough to keep up with, especially since it was 2 man. Games were typically in the 130's, 140's with a 22 minute running half clock.

Safe to assume you and your partner didn't switch on every foul in those games?

[cardinalfan]

Carsongamer,
I usually carry my rulebook & casebook from the previous year until I find a young official who wants them.
If you know any high school officials in your area, ask them if they have any books. There may be a minor change or two in a year-old book, but it will be good to get you going.

[BillyMac]

Originally Posted by cardinalfan

I usually carry my rulebook & casebook from the previous year until I find a young official who wants them.

Unlike Mark T. DeNucci, Sr., who keeps his old rulebooks, and casebooks, in his attic, sorry, I mean his library.

[Adam]

Originally Posted by BillyMac

Unlike Mark T. DeNucci, Sr., who keeps his old rulebooks, and casebooks, in his attic, sorry, I mean his library.

This post brought to you by the Department of Redundancy Department.

[JPaco54]

These posts got me thinking about a travel call. A1 with ball, stationary, loses balance, touches floor with ball while holding on with two hands and pushes himself back up. Does not move pivot. I know A1 can touch the floor with a hand while holding the ball and keeping his pivot, but I was looking for some clarification on this situation. Thank you!

[Adam]

there's no rule against it.

[bob jenkins]

Originally Posted by Snaqwells

there's no rule against it.

In fact, there's a specific rule / case allowing it.