Originally Posted by Scrapper1 (Post 734458)

I was actually complemented by one of my partners yesterday for my standard captains' spiel"

Originally Posted by justacoach (Post 734490)

What did he add to your spiel??:D
Did the players pay any more attention to his comments than they did for yours?

Originally Posted by BillyMac (Post 734477)

"PIAA requires all registered sports' officials to enforce the sportsmanship rules for coaches and contestants. Actions meant to demean opposing contestants, teams, spectators and officials are not in the highest ideals of interscholastic education and will not be tolerated. Let today's contest reflect mutual respect. Coaches please certify to the contest official(s)that your players are legally equipped and uniformed according to NFHS rules and PIAA adoptions. Good luck in today's contest." (Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association)



Can you guys in Pennsylvania please update these, if needed.

Originally Posted by SAK (Post 734552)

Updated for PA.

Originally Posted by swkansasref33 (Post 734403)

okay, now anyone with a structured pregame conference with your partners?

Originally Posted by BillyMac (Post 734477)

From my pregame:
Coaches and captains meeting at 5:00: Players properly equipped, Players wearing uniforms properly, Practice good sportsmanship, Adhere to the restrictions, as well as the privileges, of the coaching box.

The following are a few years old and may be outdated:

The National High School Federation and your state association require officials to enforce sportsmanship rules. High school athletics emphasize positive values. All of us have worked hard to create a sense of teamwork, respect, responsibility and perspective. We remind you that we expect good behavior and will quickly penalize misconduct. We encourage and appreciate your help. Let the competition reflect mutual respect among participants and officials. Coaches please certify that your players are legally equipped and uniformed according the NFHS rules. Good luck and have a great contest! (New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association, Kentucky High School Athletic Association)

"PIAA requires all registered sports' officials to enforce the sportsmanship rules for coaches and contestants. Actions meant to demean opposing players, team, spectators and officials are not in the highest ideals of interscholastic education and will not be tolerated. Let today's contest reflect mutual respect. Coaches please certify to the umpire that your players are legally equipped and uniformed according to NFHS rules. Good luck in today's contest." (Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association)

To captains: The FHSAA requires officials to enforce all rules regarding unsportsmanlike conduct by players and coaches. Violators will be ejected. It is strongly suggested that you remind your teammates and coaches of this policy. Additionally, this is a simple reminder that jewelry is not allowed, and jerseys must be tucked in during play if they are designed to be worn in. To coaches: Coaches, do you certify that your players are properly equipped and will demonstrate sportsmanlike behavior during today’s contest? (Florida High School Activities Association)

Can you guys in New Jersey, Kentucky, Pennsylvania, and Florida, please update these, if needed.

Originally Posted by bob jenkins (Post 734468)

shouldn't be a whole lot different from the meetings you've had for 50 games (or whatever) this season.

Originally Posted by swkansasref33 (Post 734403)

okay, now anyone with a structured pregame conference with your partners?

Originally Posted by billyu2 (Post 734614)

I use the HORSE pre-game conference:

H: hustle - work hard to get good angles and correct positions
held ball-stay with players, partner will check arrow
AP throw-in: review situations that may occur before throw-in ends
(fouls, violations, kicked ball that may or may not affect
the arrow)
honesty, integrity
home team - always wins (just kidding)

O: obvious- call the obvious, don't miss the obvious!
one and one- communicate at 6, help get shooter
official NFHS mechanics, no NCAA
outside play- handchecking, 5 sec. counts, screens, 3 pt. tries

R: respect the coaches/players, be professional and patient but penalize if
they disrespect us in a way that cannot be ignored.
review-anything unusual that occurs, get together-make sure we get
everything correct (technical fouls, correctable errors, etc.)
rim-if applicable, be alert for GT, BI

S: support each other-work as a team, communicate
seconds- accurate counts, 5 sec. counts 6' not 3', last second shots
subs- let all report, count players
similar plays call similar ways

E: enthusiasm for the game, energetic
errors-wrong OB call, changing a 2 to 3, or 3 to 2, timeframe for CE's.
enjoy the opportunity


Having said all that, go out there and HORSE around!

Originally Posted by 26 Year Gap (Post 734693)

Are you trying to replace Snaq's sig?

Originally Posted by BadNewsRef (Post 734733)

He's referring to his pre-game with his partners, not the captains.