Two plays, two great calls, one official (video)

[maroonx]

That was a horrible call. It was a PC.

[APG]

Originally Posted by maroonx

That was a horrible call. It was a PC.

That is a clear and absolute blocking foul. Play doesn't originate in the lower defensive box, thus the RA is in play. Defender's right heel is in the RA.

And even if it wasn't, Camron has this right...it's still a block w/o the RA in play...defender is still sliding laterally into the spot after the defender is airborne.

[Rich]

Calling Bugs Bunny....

Originally Posted by maroonx

That was a horrible call. It was a PC.

You have got to be kidding. The end line replay clearly shows the defender sliding laterally in on the airborne shooter.

[jeschmit]

I worked with her at camp last year. She is a great official, and is awesome to work with!

[amusedofficial]

I'm impressed. Who is she?

[JetMetFan]

Originally Posted by amusedofficial

I'm impressed. Who is she?

Lauren Holtkamp.

[mutantducky]

block

I really dislike the charge call in situations like this. Not a fan of coaches teaching their players to take charges when they aren't called for. Just play D and defend the ball. In my opinion too many charges are called when an offensive player makes a good move to get into the lane and a defensive player steps in at the last second. Try to block the shot or get out the way.
Darn you to heck Shane Battier!

[tjones1]

Originally Posted by Camron Rust

First call was a block with or without the RA but using the RA as the reason pretty much eliminates any question about the judgement.

Agree. This was my first thought.

[Toren]

I saw this game live on tv and was instantly impressed. She has got whatever "it" is.

[Nevadaref]

Due to the thread title, I expected to see two difficult decisions in the video.
However, the first one is really nothing more than an out of bounds call--just a matter of looking for where the player's foot is--and the second is a routine unsporting T.

I would expect most competent HS officials to be able to get these plays correct, although there is some adapting that must be done to work with the RA.

[Maineac]

Originally Posted by Nevadaref

Due to the thread title, I expected to see two difficult decisions in the video.
However, the first one is really nothing more than an out of bounds call--just a matter of looking for where the player's foot is--

Actually, it's not quite as simple as just looking where the foot is in NCAAW. The official also needs to know where the player started her move to the basket, whether it was inside or outside the LDB. Not necessarily easy if that play originates outside one's PCA. Excellent call.

[rockyroad]

Originally Posted by Nevadaref

Due to the thread title, I expected to see two difficult decisions in the video.
However, the first one is really nothing more than an out of bounds call--just a matter of looking for where the player's foot is--and the second is a routine unsporting T.

I would expect most competent HS officials to be able to get these plays correct, although there is some adapting that must be done to work with the RA.

Do you officiate games in which the RA and the LDB are used??

[#olderthanilook]

Originally Posted by jeschmit

I worked with her at camp last year. She is a great official, and is awesome to work with!

I'm in love.....

[JetMetFan]

Originally Posted by #olderthanilook

I'm in love.....

And you're older than you look...Calm down!

[#olderthanilook]

Originally Posted by JetMetFan

And you're older than you look...Calm down!