NCAA Mechanic for Team Control

[M&M Guy]

Originally Posted by ajs8207

Is this true for NFHS too?

I don't know if NFHS has a specific order, but I definitely do the punch at the spot of the foul, then either the punch or block/hold/push/hit signal at the table to clarify, if needed. Remember, the purpose of signals is communication. The punch tells people you have a foul on the offense, you will be going the other direction, and there will not be any FT's shot if the team is in the bonus. If you signal a block first (say on an illegal screen), players/coaches might think you have a foul on the defense, then when you signal the punch next they might think you changed your mind, creating unneeded confusion. Using the punch first definitely signifies a foul on the offense; then if there is still a question, you can signal the specific foul at the table along with the punch, or simply verbalize the infraction.