Running Clocks The use of a running clock in lopsided games is an option that may be utilized at times. In South Carolina HSL games, the NFHS rule (5-5-3) is used. This means that both head coaches must agree to the use of a running clock along with the referee. There is no automatic imposition of a running clock. In some states including… Read more »
Indian Land High School This school has a fairly large student following which is great for the atmosphere of the games. However, there is an issue that needs the attention of all officials who officiate games there (see picture below). By rule (1-20), non-playing personnel are not allowed to stand on the floor between the free throw lane lines extended. … Read more »
By now all of you should be raising your arm straight up every time you sound your whistle to stop the clock. This is the first habit that any good official learns. Violations Fouls If you are not doing this and some of you are not, please incorporate this into your game ASAP.
Communications…As officials, one of the things that we always need to do is to communicate adequately the nature of any fouls that we rule. It is especially important for our partner(s) to know what we have ruled. There is a protocol to be followed at the spot of the foul. This lets everyone who is watching the game know what… Read more »
Some reminders. Straight-lined vs Open Look Some of us have become content to have a straight-lined look at some plays. We always need to be trying to get an open look. Having an open look increases the number of accurate rulings that we make.
Some notes from recent observations. Foul Reporting Procedure Please go to the reporting area for all foul reports. Please hustle to the reporting area. Do not walk.