Why FIBA, Why?

[Mark Padgett]

Originally Posted by Ref_in_Alberta

The correct FIBA mechanic for 15 is a closed fist on the right hand and five digits showing on the left hand. The fist indicates the 10 when reporting 11 - 15. It's a metric thing...

So if the foul is on number five, you have to signal the five with your right hand alone? What if the scorer is dyslexic?

Also - do you guys say "one five" or "fifteen"? What language is used in international matches - Esperanto?

[mbyron]

Originally Posted by Mark Padgett

Also - do you guys say "one five" or "fifteen"? What language is used in international matches - Esperanto?

"Dek kvin, puŝo, du ĵetas."

[Mark Padgett]

Originally Posted by mbyron

"Dek kvin, puŝo, du ĵetas."

Loosely translated means "Coach, enjoy the rest of the game from the parking lot. You're outta here!"

[mbyron]

Originally Posted by Mark Padgett

Loosely translated means "Coach, enjoy the rest of the game from the parking lot. You're outta here!"

That's loose even for you.

Originally Posted by Mark Padgett

So if the foul is on number five, you have to signal the five with your right hand alone? What if the scorer is dyslexic?

Also - do you guys say "one five" or "fifteen"? What language is used in international matches - Esperanto?

Don't get started on dyslexic scorers. Watching college ball, where the officials were reporting double digits with both hands, made me wonder about dyslexic officials.