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How much money is it really?
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According to info I received outside this group - and I have great trust in the person who provided the info - there are a few reasons behind the NCAA not using PTS in the tournament:
1. Accuracy - Sometimes it doesn't stop/start the clock properly. 1a. Different systems, NBA vs. NCAA - The NBA systems use two microphones while NCAA systems use one, which can affect accuracy. 2. Dependency - Officials don't pay as much attention to the clock as they should when PTS is used because they think it will work properly all the time.
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Apparently not enough to get a clock operator in San Antonio to know when the clock stops or starts. Seriously, every close game in the NCAA tournament has five trips to the monitor because of inept clock operators.
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Looks like coaches are finally starting to notice:
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I tell my partners this during our pregame. We also have gone away from the open-hand mechanic on a held ball. I will just blow my whistle and make eye contact before giving the signal in case they have anything. Nothing looks worse than giving the held ball mechanic while your partner is standing there with his fist up about to give a preliminary signal for a foul.
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I think it's rather embarrassing (to the NCAA) that something which is rather seamless during the season is such a mess during their showcase event. The drama factor in these games, with the constant stoppages, is was less than it could be.
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Which is why I use the open-hand stop-clock signal on all held balls. Whats the rush? If the players are tied up everyone knows what is coming. Plus if I have a hand and my partner has a fist, no one will notice.
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So, you indicate a violation when there is no violation? Why not do what the book says? Even if you do as you indicate, you still have to discuss the situation since you can't know that your partner's foul was before or after your held ball that you're not properly signaling.
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I was not aware an open hand signalled a violation! I suggest you check out the Official NFHS Basketball Signals page in the rulebook (page 72) and tell me what an open hand signals.
And yes I am aware of Officials Manual 3.4.3B. Not giving the thumbs right away allows the crew to be on the same page and make sure no one has a foul. |
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