Technical Foul Signal Sequence

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What is your mechanics sequence/cadence when calling a technical foul?

By definition, this is a foul so the clock should be stopped with the fist. However, I don't think I have ever stopped the clock with my hand up with the fist for a T during a live ball.

I think I usually go straight to the T, or sometimes go up with an open hand before making the T signal.

What is your signal sequence? Does it vary for live ball vs dead ball TF?

[ODog]

Like you, I've never seen/used the fist. Not saying what I do is right/wrong, just providing it below for the sake of a discussion I am also interested in:

Raised open hand, T signal, point to the offender, inform my partner(s) what's happening, report.

[Mechanicsman]

The only time I have ever used a fist was when I had to look to make sure the ball was not yet at the disposal after a made bucket before signaling T. I suppose I go straight to the T during dead ball and stop the clock with an open hand live ball. Never thought about it really.

[bainsey]

Tweet, fist up, T.

If it's administrative, I'm already at the table, so I report, tell opposing coach to choose his shooter, and communicate with my partner. If it's on a player, the sequence can vary. I speak with my partner first, then report. (I don't do bird dogs.)

[Mark Padgett]

Is there a different sequence when a player calls a technical on an official?

Multiple whistles with open hand, stop whistling and give T signal.

[Raymond]

One whistle, no fist, left palm to right index finger. I report quickly, tell my partners what is going to happen next, and keep the game moving.

[Rich]

Middle finger, palm.

Just kidding.