Questioning Partner's Call

[JRutledge]

Originally Posted by Coach Bill

I'm a former ref and a current coach. I am on the side of getting the call right. I really appreciate when officials confer regardless if the call is changed or not. I think it shows professionalism, teamwork, and a genuine concern for the integrity of the game. In my experience, those willing to ask/listen for/to help are usually the best refs. They are confident enough in their abilities that their ego isn't involved.

It does not have anything to do with professionalism. Not every call is up for debate. And that is the point of most people here. That is why we have primary coverage areas. In this case we have an official almost completely out of position to know what is called or if a violation took place in most cases. It is really not about ego, but knowing your job. And if you are seeing a backcourt violation when you are no where near the division line, that tells me you are not watching your responsibities. There are so many times things happen as an official somewhere else on the court I have absolutely no idea what my partner called. And unless you have definite information, then honestly there is no reason to confer.

Peace