WNBA Follies ...

I know the WNBA has been experimenting with ways to make their game more exciting but I think this is going a little overboard.

[JRutledge]

We must keep in mind that a partner told the calling official that the ball went in the basket. I put this mostly on one person on the crew more than anyone.

Peace

[Nevadaref]

Originally Posted by JRutledge

We must keep in mind that a partner told the calling official that the ball went in the basket. I put this mostly on one person on the crew more than anyone.

He did stop and ask the T before counting the goal.
The Trail is official #26.

[crosscountry55]

Originally Posted by Nevadaref

He did stop and ask the T before counting the goal.
The Trail is official #26.

Yup. T provided information, which leaves him solely responsible for the error. He will probably face a significant fine, or maybe even a brief suspension. Not sure why/if he thought he was sure. If he wasn't, all he had to do was say, "Dude, I'm not sure; let's check the monitor."

Unfortunate situation. But a teachable moment for all sides. For the officials, it's don't be in a rush, and if you're not sure, say so. For the Atlanta coaches, especially the assistants, you have to recognize this so you can speak up and get a timeout to address the CE. They missed their window of opportunity.

Originally Posted by crosscountry55

He will probably face a significant fine

WNBA officials get fined for missing calls?? Ok gotta make sure to avoid working that league.

[crosscountry55]

Originally Posted by AremRed

WNBA officials get fined for missing calls?? Ok gotta make sure to avoid working that league.

In the NBA, you get fined if you kick a rule, and that includes procedural errors. I would imagine the WNBA has a similar process for its officials in the CBA with the union.

The world of professional officiating is a lot different than the world of independently contracted officiating.

Originally Posted by crosscountry55

In the NBA, you get fined if you kick a rule, and that includes procedural errors. I would imagine the WNBA has a similar process for its officials in the CBA with the union.

The world of professional officiating is a lot different than the world of independently contracted officiating.

Do you have a source?

[JRutledge]

Originally Posted by Nevadaref

He did stop and ask the T before counting the goal.
The Trail is official #26.

It looks like the T went to him, but either way he was given erroneous information. The L had bodies on the floor and his attention was there.

Peace