The 3-person battle continues

[billyu2]

Originally Posted by rockyroad

There really is no valid reason for these schools to continue fighting against going three-person...all of the studies done (NBA, NCAA, various State Associations) have shown that three-person crews cut down on the rough play and clean the game up, making it more fun for the fans to watch. The reason thrown around the most often is cost, but even that does not fly as states that have gone to 3-person crews have shown that the cost increases are just not as severe as these people claim.

As for the coaches being against it...they just don't want to have their star players picking up fouls that the third set of eyes would be catching. It means they would have to teach proper defense, proper screens, etc., etc...again, a stupid and selfish reason.
My Tuesday morning rant with Rich.

We've used 3 person here in Ohio for BV and GV regular season and tournament games for many years now; but I remember in the beginning the most common remark against it by the coaches was "it's hard enough to get TWO good officials let alone THREE." Now, over the last dozen years or so, I don't think I've ever heard a coach or group of coaches comment that they would rather go back to 2. (they may be thinking it-esp. if I'm one of the 3) Wish all of you who want to get 3 person in your state/conference good luck.