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Forum: Basketball Thu Dec 06, 2001, 08:22am
Replies: 16
Views: 2,615
Posted By JeffRef
Can't believe this one!

A1 is about to shoot 2 free throws. He is near the back of the circle when he receives the ball for his first throw. He steps up to the line to get ready...TWEET! Travelling, Violation. (I kid you...
Forum: Basketball Thu Dec 06, 2001, 08:06am
Replies: 26
Views: 3,607
Posted By JeffRef
My two cents

I'm not a big fan of "surprising" everyone with obscure rules which result in a turnover or even worse...an easy score for the offense. However, the rule is there and can be used. So if you're...
Forum: Basketball Wed Dec 05, 2001, 03:15pm
Replies: 13
Views: 2,121
Posted By JeffRef
Thanks Tony. I didn't realize we beat this one...

Thanks Tony. I didn't realize we beat this one to death already.
Forum: Basketball Wed Dec 05, 2001, 02:49pm
Replies: 13
Views: 2,121
Posted By JeffRef
OK, let's get nuts!

Let's take this to an even higher level of improbability...

So B1 violates and A calls time out. So we know that A1 gets a substitute throw if he misses. Before the ball becomes live for A1's...
Forum: Basketball Wed Dec 05, 2001, 01:58pm
Replies: 13
Views: 2,121
Posted By JeffRef
My test hasn't been corrected yet, but after...

My test hasn't been corrected yet, but after reading your post it looks like I got it wrong. I searched everywhere in the book too and found nothing. My reasoning for answering NO was "if A1 misses...
Forum: Basketball Fri Nov 30, 2001, 02:07pm
Replies: 21
Views: 3,035
Posted By JeffRef
I know this will spark a lot of conversation... ...

I know this will spark a lot of conversation...

Different game situations require different interpretations and therefore, sometimes...different decisions. To me, this is the most exciting part...
Forum: Basketball Fri Nov 30, 2001, 08:06am
Replies: 29
Views: 3,598
Posted By JeffRef
Question?

Duane, assuming you were reffing FIBA rules...Upon tossing the coach you are calling a "Disqualifying" foul (not a "T") which results in an ejection and 2 plus the ball. The coach is now now longer...
Forum: Basketball Thu Nov 29, 2001, 01:58pm
Replies: 21
Views: 3,035
Posted By JeffRef
Using my criteria for a "T"... the coach has made...

Using my criteria for a "T"... the coach has made the transition from an "emotional" response to a "calculated" response which questions the integrity of the crew. Therefore...automatic "T". My...
Forum: Basketball Thu Nov 29, 2001, 08:39am
Replies: 52
Views: 5,621
Posted By JeffRef
Had to laugh at this one...

We're five minutes into the game without calling a foul. Our first foul is against the home team and someone cries out "Aw c'mon ref call it both ways!"
Forum: Basketball Wed Nov 28, 2001, 03:23pm
Replies: 6
Views: 1,513
Posted By JeffRef
[QUOTE]Originally posted by ChuckElias [B] ...

[QUOTE]Originally posted by ChuckElias
[B]

Chuck...please clarify.

If the clock is stopped during a throw-in, the clocks do not start until the ball is touched by a player on the court...
Forum: Basketball Wed Nov 28, 2001, 03:18pm
Replies: 6
Views: 1,513
Posted By JeffRef
Duane...the 5 second count ends when the ball is...

Duane...the 5 second count ends when the ball is released from the inbounder's hands. Once it does, you cannot have a 5 sec violation (FIBA 26.4.1)
Forum: Basketball Wed Nov 28, 2001, 03:06pm
Replies: 6
Views: 1,945
Posted By JeffRef
I agree; however, as referees we need to try to...

I agree; however, as referees we need to try to limit these unexpected situations to those that are beyond our control. This sitaution was within the referee's control.
Forum: Basketball Wed Nov 28, 2001, 02:56pm
Replies: 22
Views: 2,744
Posted By JeffRef
If you were put in this situation again, would...

If you were put in this situation again, would you handle it differently?

Sounds to me like the coach wanted to be acknowledged. Could his behaviour (sorry, I'm Canadian!) and the subsequent...
Forum: Basketball Wed Nov 28, 2001, 02:26pm
Replies: 4
Views: 2,090
Posted By JeffRef
Gary, Duane is dead on with the interpretation. ...

Gary, Duane is dead on with the interpretation. If you're looking for FIBA interpretations, there are 2 downloadable documents on their website http://www.FIBA.COM which cover some situations. ...
Forum: Basketball Wed Nov 28, 2001, 01:53pm
Replies: 6
Views: 1,945
Posted By JeffRef
IMO, the whistle should be blown when A2 grabs...

IMO, the whistle should be blown when A2 grabs the ball. Issue a warning or delay of game and don't get into a situation where you have to make the additional decisions. Hindsight is 20/20 but the...
Forum: Basketball Wed Nov 28, 2001, 01:24pm
Replies: 22
Views: 2,744
Posted By JeffRef
I put coach T's in 2 categories. The first...

I put coach T's in 2 categories. The first category includes the easy ones to call (disrespect to the crew, ignoring a warning, or a calculated response or outburst). The other category is more...
Forum: Basketball Tue Aug 14, 2001, 01:55pm
Replies: 11
Views: 1,799
Posted By JeffRef
BMA...which teams make up the Northeast...

BMA...which teams make up the Northeast Conference? Is this the conference Maine and Hofstra play in?
Forum: Basketball Mon Aug 13, 2001, 12:14pm
Replies: 37
Views: 4,919
Posted By JeffRef
The direction of the AP arrow must always be...

The direction of the AP arrow must always be known by at least one official on the floor 100% of the time and the table/scoreboard must properly reflect this.

Scorers and timers often...
Forum: Basketball Fri Aug 10, 2001, 07:50am
Replies: 21
Views: 3,363
Posted By JeffRef
These types of games aren't always the most fun...

These types of games aren't always the most fun or easiest to do, especially with a non-chalant partner. I call these types of games "outside the box" games. I use them to try new things (i.e....
Forum: Basketball Thu Aug 09, 2001, 12:35pm
Replies: 21
Views: 3,363
Posted By JeffRef
No one said that these officials "were kicking...

No one said that these officials "were kicking calls throughout the game." That's not what happened at all. Without regard to whether a call is missed or not, players complain about calls all the...
Forum: Basketball Thu Aug 09, 2001, 08:36am
Replies: 21
Views: 3,363
Posted By JeffRef
How would you handle this disrespect to the...

How would you handle this disrespect to the officials?
[/B][/QUOTE]

Become a better official and gain some respect.

Most players understand the game and know a blown or missed call. ...
Forum: Basketball Wed Aug 08, 2001, 08:54am
Replies: 23
Views: 3,697
Posted By JeffRef
Careful!

Don't call him Francis or you know what'll happen...

Also...

don't touch his stuff!
and keep your meathooks off!

Great movie! :)
Forum: Basketball Tue Aug 07, 2001, 04:13pm
Replies: 41
Views: 4,424
Posted By JeffRef
Handling the Blowout.101

(1) Pregame it! and be prepared for it...understand the emotions involved with a blowout.

(2) Never lose control of the game...look for the emotions of the players/coaches and keep your ears...
Forum: Basketball Fri Jul 27, 2001, 07:22am
Replies: 9
Views: 1,845
Posted By JeffRef
D1 officials are very careful with their words...

D1 officials are very careful with their words and gestures. They know they are being videotaped and that some coaches watch the tapes trying to read officials. Most show no facial expression,...
Forum: Basketball Fri Jul 27, 2001, 07:07am
Replies: 35
Views: 5,346
Posted By JeffRef
Hmmmm, Giblethead in Fantasyland!!! ...

Hmmmm,

Giblethead in Fantasyland!!!

Sounds like a box office smash hit to me! ;)
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