Issue 69, February 15, 2007
MACBOA Newsletter

In this Issue:

• Remarks from the Supervisor of Officials: Donnee L. Gray
• Maryland JuCo Standings
• NJCAA Service Bureau - February 13, 2007
• Maryland JuCo Women’s Standings
• Maryland JuCo Athletic Conference Women's Tournament
• NJCAA Service Bureau - February 13, 2007
• Contributing Article:  Preparing For The Post Season Tournament
• Test & Answers to Quiz #4
• Basketball Officials Association (BOA) Items from Lionel Butler, President
• Submitting Articles for MACBOA Consideration
• MACBOA Volunteers
• Newsletter Contact/Information

The MACBOA Newsletter is a periodic newsletter publication of the Mid-Atlantic College Basketball Officials Association (MACBOA). MACBOA provides basketball officiating services to several colleges and universities in the Maryland - Washington, DC area. The Association has a membership of approximately 200 men and women officials. Our membership consist of men and women who work Divisions I, II, and III basketball.  We pride our Association on providing quality and professional service.

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Remarks from the Supervisor of Officials: Donnee L. Gray

As we approach the last part of the season, I want every official to finish on a high note.  Again, February brings the best out of teams.  Hustle on every play; use good wisdom and common sense in the heat of the battle.  Assure that your pre-game and half time discussions are meaningful communication tools.

In the games that I have observed and as well as comments from our MACBOA Observers, post play screening, palming and cutters movement have improved from the beginning of the season. Do not let down!  Be consistent.  Stay with the points of emphasis and the periodic NCAA bulletins and referee STRONG!

Please remember that teams are vying for post-season tournament placements, regional placement that also impact national tournament championships. See nationally ranked Men’s and Women’s teams as well as nationally ranked-honorable mention teams below.

To Coaches:

MACBOA understands what February play brings.  MACBOA crews will be approachable and respectful. MACBOA staff will listen and respond accordingly.  MACBOA staff will “bend, but not break.” Inappropriate language and belittling individuals will not be tolerated and will be addressed accordingly.

To Officials:

• Be consistent in your calls. Know your coaches. Be approachable and respectful. Referee for the camera.
• Continue to have meaningful pre-, half time, and post-game discussions. Crew Chiefs are responsible for being helpful and constructive always.
• Crew Chiefs: continue to send your game reports as soon as possible. On-line game reports through The Arbiter.net have been good.
• Post Play: Since our January newsletter, I have observed officials doing a better job of officiating post play. Keep it up! Pay attention to offensive moves that place the defense at a disadvantage. Be aware of POV. As in block/charge situations, get into position early to officiate. Remember, the “Center” official must referee strong on that side of the lane and assist the “Lead” manage lane activity.
• Traveling: Mostly on post players. Center and Trail must help the Lead.
  Move to get the angles to see through players. This takes effort and requires a higher level of intensity.
• Bench decorum: We have to do a better job of adjudicating this. Situations may increase as conference post season play begins. Be more observant.
• Officials are doing a good job in taunting-and-baiting situations and calling the requisite foul(s). There are no warnings given. Keep it up.
• To Observers and Crew Chiefs: Assure that you have a pre-game with the table personnel. Remember, although they are an extension of the game, the officiating crew is ultimately responsible for the game.
• Colleges have tried to extend themselves with refreshments and towels. MACBOA staff – Please assure that you leave the locker room facility neat and thank them for towels, refreshments, etc.
• Ejections.  Remember that you are to call me immediately following any game that involves an ejection of player/coach, technical fouls and or hard fouls.
• Officials are reminded to update their Arbiter.net information immediately if there is a change of address or phone number. 
• Bench decorum must be enforced: Officials need to manage the benches. While the official is permitted to respond to an appropriate question from the head coach, a prolonged discussion should not take place. The response from the official should be brief and concise. When a coach addresses an official in a disrespectful or inappropriate manner, the official must address the situation with a warning or a technical foul, depending on the situation.
• See attached 2/13/07 Men’s Officiating Memo.  
• See attached 2/06/07 Women’s Officiating Memo.  

Maryland JuCo Standings

REPORT as of February 12, 2007
(Standings based on MENS’ MDJUCO Master Schedule Record)

NJCAA Service Bureau - February 13, 2007

 Division II – Men’s Basketball

Other schools receiving votes

Division III Men’s Basketball

Other schools receiving votes

Maryland JuCo Women’s Standings

REPORT February 12, 2007
(Standings based on WOMEN’S MDJUCO Master Schedule Record)

MD JUCO ATHLETIC CONFERENCE WOMEN'S TOURNAMENT

FEBRUARY 16-18, 2007  ANNE ARUNDEL COMMUNITY COLLEGE - ARNOLD, MD

NJCAA Service Bureau - February 13, 2007

Division II – Women’s Basketball

Other schools receiving votes

Division III Women’s Basketball

Contributing Article:  PREPARING FOR THE POST SEASON TOURNAMENT
By: David M. Posner

First and foremost if you have been selected to work a post season tournament for your conference or league, congratulations!  If you have not, go to a game and watch the officials work. Find out on your own what separates them from you. Is it experience, hard work; are they in better physical shape, better mechanics, or game management skills? Find out and work on it for next season.

Now let’s work on preparing for the game once you have been selected to work the post season. First thing you need to do is coordinate with your crew. This should not be any different than the regular season, but it is just as important now. Next arrive at the game site early and find out if there will be any special procedures during your game. For example, the game may have extended halftime, media timeouts, and ceremonies. Also, if there is a game before yours look and see if the game is running on time or if there is a delay in the game. Once you are in the locker room with your crew make sure you go over the importance of the game. One of the most important things to do is go back and look at all the memo’s, newsletters, and teleconferences that have gone on during the season. These are the points your commissioner/assignor has been stressing all season and is expecting from the crew. It will also make sure everyone is on the same page. Next, the game is a single elimination game, so tempers may be on the rise not only from coaches but players and fans. You should have had one of these teams this past season so go over your experiences with the crew.  Discuss the coaches, players, types of offense and defense they run as well as how they handle other team’s offense and defense schemes. Once the ball goes up, work hard. Remember both teams are going to come out hard wanting to win every rebound, every steal, and of course every basket. Have a patient whistle, but more importantly be consistent as a crew.

After the game your observer may come down and give you their interpretation of the game. Listen what they have to say. Remember, they are there because someone higher up values their comments and you should too. Write it down and remember it for next time. Also, if you agree or disagree with the comments say, “thank you.” Like you they are taking time away from their family to do their job.

Finally, this may be the last game for you until summer camps. Make sure to “call the obvious,” communicate as a crew, and follow the philosophies of your league. You may just get the call for the next round!

Test & Answers to Quiz #4

1. After the half has ended, a direct technical foul is assessed to the coach of Team A. The possession arrow favors Team A. The official starts the second half by administering the technical foul and awards Team A the ball out of bounds with an alternating possession throw-in. Is the official correct?

2. While A1 is dribbling, A2 and B2 are charged with double intentional personal fouls. The official awards to no free throws and awards the ball to Team A at a designated spot with the unexpired time. Is the official correct?

3. A1 ends his dribble and cannot find anyone to whom to pass the ball, so to avert having a five-second closely guarded violation called, A1 intentionally throws the ball against B1. A1 catches the ball and starts another dribble. The official rules this a double dribble. The coach inquires about the call and the official informs the coach that voluntarily throwing the ball against another player is illegal. Is the official correct?

4. The official bounces the ball to A1 for a second free throw. Before A1 catches the ball, B2 steps into the lane and requests and timeout. The official grants the request. Is the official correct?

5. B1 commits a personal foul against A1. Following the foul, A1 and B1 are assessed with a double intentional technical foul. It is A1’s fifth foul. The official rules A1’s and B1’s fouls are offsetting and awards no free throws. He disqualifies A1 and has A1’s substitute attempt the free throws and resumes play off the make or miss. Is the official correct?

6. With Team A behind by two points, A1’s last second shot is ruled good. The game is being played on a court that has a 10th-of-a-second display on the game clock and a courtside monitor. The referee uses the monitor to review the play. However, the clock is not visible on the monitor. The replay shows the ball was released before the red light or LED lights game on. The official counts the basket. Is the official correct?

7. B1 fouls A1. Team A is in the bonus. Prior to the free throws being administered, A1 is charged with an intentional technical foul. The official awards Team B the free throws for the technical foul and resumes play at the point of interruption. Is the official correct?

8. B1 fouls A1. Team A is in the bonus. Prior to administering A1’s free throws, A1 and B1 are charged with dead ball contact fouls. The official rules that the fouls count toward the five fouls for disqualification and toward the bonus. Is the official correct?

9. A1 is to attempt the free throws for a technical foul. Following the first free throw, the coach wants A2 to attempt the second free throw. The official rules the same player must attempt both free throws. Is the official correct?

10. A1’s throw-in from the front court is deflected by A1 into the backcourt. A3 is the first to touch the ball in the backcourt. The official rules this a backcourt violation. Is the official correct?

Basketball Officials Association (BOA) Items from Lionel Butler, President

Lionel Butler

On behalf of the BOA Board of Directors, I would like to thank all members who have sent in their membership dues for the upcoming year. If you have not sent in your dues, please feel free to contact me or any member of the BOA Board of Directors.

Your check or money order for $15 should be made out to: MACBOA-BOA and send to:

Mr. Chris Vail
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Please let us know of any MACBOA member news that we should send cards, flowers, etc. The BOA is there for our membership and we can only act if we know of events. Events include sick members and their family members, condolence notices, as well as communication about professional appointments and selections to conferences and leagues.

The BOA is here to service our members and we look forward to partnering with our members in programs and initiatives.  We will be proactive in communicating to you throughout the season to promote activities during the season and beyond.   Any members wanting to be a part of any special interest committees please contact any member of the BOA Board of Directors.

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Please use the BOA!

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