I think the fans should be more involved. Hand out random whistles to people in the stands and allow them to blow the whistle as they see fit.

I officiate games with a former county Sheriff who used to come straight from work with his firearm with him. Anytime there was a problem with fan/players, I always walked out with him. :D

Oh, dear, the inner Quaker is shocked, shocked I tell you! But the inner referee is thrilled. "Yes", she shouts, "YES!!"

I like that one too! Also the one about stopping the game, and telling the favorite joke. That would be fun!

But Juulie, I've been doing it for years. You know that. :)

Hmm, maybe that's why the players and coaches never let your games go into OT - no one wants to hear any more of your jokes? Could be! :p

I know YOU do that, but I want it to be ME that gets to tell one next time.

Let's not forget "He can box out, can't he?"
 

As long as a player is "boxing out" their opponent, they are allowed to push the opponent anywhere across the floor.

An extra point is awarded if they get their opponent beyond the division line before the rebound is secured!!

And I Don't Even Live On Elm Street ...
 

Thanks grunewar. Now I'm sure to have a nightmare tonight.

You could tell the one I told you that one game. :D

And One
 

We came up with this one at a Regional Intramural Tournament...If a player is fouled in the act of shooting, the player or teammates proclaim "and one" during the shot and it does not go in...the fouled player will only shoot one free throw because that's all his team was asking for...one shot.:eek:

Every time
 

"That's a travel!", "Traveling", et al. are chirped from the bench, one of the team members needs to pack their bags and leave the visual confines of the gym.

"Over The Back" is chirped, a team player is required to give an opposing player a piggyback ride for 30 seconds. Each repeat offense would add a 30 second increment.

I like it, but then the kids will start shouting and 2, and 3, and so on. Where will it end.:rolleyes:

How come nobody has suggested the written exam to be taken at halftime by any fan, coach or player who has questioned a call? Grades would be announced over the PA system as test takers stand at halfcourt to be acknowledged before the 2nd half begins. If there is time, signs can be handed out for test takers to wear that states the grade achieved on the test. For those getting above 50%, a red lanyard will be awarded.

Oops. Wrong thread.

If I pass the test, do I get to have a whistle too????