2ndary defender

[Nevadaref]

In 3-person, I officiate more by competitive match-ups and less by PCA according to a floor diagram.

I always try to take TWO match-ups.


So if I have the ball in my area, I will be watching the player with the ball and his defender, PLUS the nearest two players whom I think are most likely to become involved (either with a pass, a screen, a trap, etc.)


If I don't have the ball in my primary, I take four players nearest me and observe them for screens, cutting, potential pass receptions, etc.


This change from looking at the areas of the court (PCA) to using competitive match-ups either in my area or near my court area of coverage has working very well for me. The key idea is to not just lock in on one set of players, but to always be aware of the next potential action. I think that this would be the most helpful advice that I could offer in response to your question about picking up a secondary defender attempting to get in position for a charge.