Some things to pay attention to as we move forward into the season. Site of Foul Signaling Some officials have become increasingly inconsistent with their signals at the site of the foul. Far too often, signals are inaccurate and sometimes demonstrated in a flamboyant manner, which brings unnecessary attention to the ruling official. Sometimes, there is no indication at the… Read more »
Pre-season tournaments are starting. Please make sure all players are properly uniformed. Consistent enforcement of uniform rules now makes it easier for all of us as the season progresses. A summary of the uniform rules is shown below.
Here are a few notes as we approach the end of the regular season. End Of Season Week…We are heading into the final stages of the regular season for the schools. The regular season will end this week. Each game means more than usual for playoff positioning, region championships, etc. Games may be more intense. Fans may be more involved…. Read more »
Here are a few notes as we approach the end of the regular season. Spin Moves…We are still having some difficulties in identifying illegal spin moves. The video below provides another example of this move. Please be reminded that most spin moves are illegal. Failing to rule a violation in this situation is giving the player a significant advantage over… Read more »
Let’s continue to focus on improving our rulings on illegal spin moves. Please be reminded that most spin moves are illegal.
Our parent IAABO organization provides a video service (RefQuest) where plays are published multiple times per week year round. These plays provide us with re-enforcement of the principles of the game that we deal with all the time. Generally in a week to 10 days after a play comes out, a summary highlighting the correct application of the rule becomes… Read more »
Game Protocols…Please be reminded that the referee should contact his/her partner(s) 24 to 48 hours before the assignment. This will help to ensure that a full crew will be present. If you do not hear from your referee, please contact him/her to ensure he/she is aware of the assignment. Such contact should confirm the day, date, time and location. Disqualification…Remember… Read more »
Illegal Jump Stop…This is a good example of an illegal jump stop.
Spin Moves…Girls can be guilty of illegal spin moves as well as guys.
Contact…If you are the referee, please contact your partner(s) 24-48 hours before your assignment. If you do not hear from your referee, please contact that person to confirm the assignment. Ejections…If you have an ejection (player or coach), a report must be filed with the HSL office by 12 noon the next day. There is a form available online to… Read more »
