Whistle to end period?

[jeremy341a]

Is it required for the official who has last shot responsibilities to whistle to "end the period" after the buzzer has sounded?

[HawkeyeCubP]

And away we go...

I do it. Don't remember if current IAABO or Fed manuals call for it. NCAAW manual does.

[jeremy341a]

I had a partner tell me I need to do it because the quarter isn't officially over until the whistle sounds. I don't remember reading that anywhere but wanted to double check.

[tjones1]

Originally Posted by jeremy341a

i had a partner tell me i need to do it because the quarter isn't officially over until the whistle sounds. I don't remember reading that anywhere but wanted to double check.

5-6-2

[jeremy341a]

Originally Posted by tjones1

5-6-2

I knew this but figured there was no point in getting into a debate with him as it just seemed easier to nod and smile. I knew some gave it the whistle so I just went with the flow.

[APG]

Originally Posted by jeremy341a

I had a partner tell me I need to do it because the quarter isn't officially over until the whistle sounds. I don't remember reading that anywhere but wanted to double check.

This will be an area thing, but your partner is wrong in saying the quarter isn't officially over until the whistle sounds.

[zm1283]

I only do it if I have responsibility for the last-second shot and there is going to be a shot that needs to be ruled on. If someone is dribbling around in the backcourt I don't see a reason for it. It works for me.

[BillyMac]

Originally Posted by zm1283

I only do it if I have responsibility for the last-second shot and there is going to be a shot that needs to be ruled on. If someone is dribbling around in the backcourt I don't see a reason for it. It works for me.

Same here in my little corner of Connecticut.

[jeremy341a]

Originally Posted by APG

This will be an area thing, but your partner is wrong in saying the quarter isn't officially over until the whistle sounds.

I knew this but figured it was a Rome thing as this partner was from a different association.

[JRutledge]

Originally Posted by jeremy341a

I knew this but figured it was a Rome thing as this partner was from a different association.

And this is why it is a Rome situation. Here working with people in other associations happens all the time and we still basically do the same things. And we are not assigned by association. So this is why you should ask that guy where he heard that standard and the people you normally work with. Otherwise none of us are going to know what is acceptable in your area, but those from your area.

Peace

[bob jenkins]

Originally Posted by jeremy341a

Is it required for the official who has last shot responsibilities to whistle to "end the period" after the buzzer has sounded?

It depends on your area. So, some here will insist on "yes." Some will insist on "no." To get your answer, you'll need to ask in your area.

[BktBallRef]

Originally Posted by jeremy341a

Is it required for the official who has last shot responsibilities to whistle to "end the period" after the buzzer has sounded?

We only whistle if there's a shot in the air at the buzzer. In such a case, the period isn't over until it's apparent that the shot is good or no good or the airborne shooter returns to the floor. That's why we have a whistle.

Otherwise, no.

[scrounge]

Around here it's taught to NEVER blow the whistle to end the period or to bring in subs unless there's an extenuating circumstance (horn non-functional, partner about to put ball in play, etc).