Stop Clock Signal – All whistles require a stop clock signal that involves raising your arm. Either your hand will be open (violation/held ball) or a closed fist (foul). This includes plays where the ball goes out of bounds. This is a violation and requires a stop clock signal. It also includes player control and blocking fouls. Using this approved procedure can help to reduce the chances of one official signaling a player control foul and another signaling a blocking foul.
Throw-in Spots – Remember that, for personal fouls that result in a throw-in, for AP situations and for violations, the throw-in spot is the spot out of bounds nearest to the foul or violation or held ball. This includes throw-ins on the endline. We have gotten numerous reports of the ball being put into play at the convenience of the official. If the throw-in spot should be left of the basket, then move there. Do not put the ball in play on the right side of the basket. The same is true of sidelines vs end lines.
Tip of the Week
Be Disciplined. Remember you are part of a team working together.
