First time to start the game with a technical

[just another ref]

Originally Posted by Sharpshooternes

After talking with my partner we decided to charge the home team with a team technical for not providing a roster and starters to the scorekeeper prior to the 10 minute mark citing 10-1-1.

"........at least 10 minutes before the scheduled starting time."



They are the home team. They could simply change the schedule. I've been at games a few times where the visiting team arrives late and the time was pushed back. I don't see why this is any different

[Eastshire]

Originally Posted by just another ref

"........at least 10 minutes before the scheduled starting time."



They are the home team. They could simply change the schedule. I've been at games a few times where the visiting team arrives late and the time was pushed back. I don't see why this is any different

At some point, the newly scheduled time can't be considered the scheduled starting time. Otherwise, I can generate a T on the other team every time by advancing the start time to less then 10 minutes from now when I've turned in my stuff but they haven't. (Or vice-versa to avoid being penalized ever.) I don't think that's a flexibility intended by the rule.

[bob jenkins]

Originally Posted by Eastshire

At some point, the newly scheduled time can't be considered the scheduled starting time. Otherwise, I can generate a T on the other team every time by advancing the start time to less then 10 minutes from now when I've turned in my stuff but they haven't. (Or vice-versa to avoid being penalized ever.) I don't think that's a flexibility intended by the rule.

I agree -- generally, once the clock is running, the "scheduled time" is set.

The OP (coach with the key is late) might be an exception to the rule. Could mean that a "special report" (or whatever in your area) is called for, though.

[just another ref]

Is the running clock the key? That seems kinda thin.

"Coach called.....he's running late. Don't put any time on the clock."

[Adam]

Sometimes you just have to officiate.

[just another ref]

Originally Posted by Adam

Sometimes you just have to officiate.

Agreed. I just don't see this situation as the intent and purpose of the rule here.

[OKREF]

I am going to the opposing coach and letting him know he is running late
As soon as he gets here we will get started. Just don't envision giving a T here.