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Originally posted by Jake80
Our association requires that the trail official in two-man work the center of the floor as much as possible. There is a situation for which I would like your input. When there is a steal or the ball is tipped away from the offense near the division line it is like a fire drill. The two players going for the ball are on their way to the other end plus the offside players are now also in pursuit. What is the best position to take to avoid being in the way? I have been trying let the first wave go by and then move at a 45 degree angle toward the sideline and get set behind the play and watch the action as the play goes to the basket. Any advice would be appreciated.
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The best position to avoid being in the way is off the sideline. However, that position sucks for all the rest of officiating in the front court. There is no easy answer to your question. You do need to be off the sidelines to avoid straghtlining. The best advice I can give is to hold your ground and let them maneuver around you until you can move without moving directly into someone's path. You might want to try one of the publications by Referee magazine, Working the Trail or the Officails Manual. Both are excellent.
Mregor
Tue Jan 14, 2003, 02:22pm
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