Zone Coverage

AMEN! :thumb:

Honestly, based on what I have read on this wonderful forum, I don't think that the sideline interference call really impacted the game. If I am not mistaken, that foul occured early in the 3rd quarter and Dixie was leading by one point at the time. IMO, the play that had more of an impact, and the one that nobody is really addressing, was the the illegal participation foul that was called on Dixie for having 12 players on the field during a punt. If I am not mistaken, that extended the drive for CCH and they eventually scored. Which had more impact? :confused:

Maintaining control on the sideline is the ultimate responsibility of the head coach. If the head coach is busy coaching his team, the AD/game management will usually take care of clearing the sideline of non-football related personnel. That’s kind of hard to do when the head football coach is also the AD.

Hey toolman, the offer is still open. Since it sounds like you know so much about the NFHS Rules, why don't you join the local association? Matter of fact the NKYFL playoffs begin today want to work 4 games?

When the ball is live, the only person that should be in the 2 yard belt is the official and that's it! Typically, the only time a sideline warning or sideline interference is called is when an official runs into or has to go around someone during a play. IMO, if a camera person is in the restricted area when the ball is live, and an official runs into that person, the coach/team who is responsible for maintaining that particular sideline is the responsible party. They should do a better job of making sure that belt is clear. Assign an assistant coach to do the job.

Probably because the Head linesman did not run into anyone!!

Very well stated.:thumb: The 2 yard belt becomes a "Restricted Area" when the ball becomes live. Since someone was in that belt when the ball was live,the penalty was called. Unfortunate, but correct.

If I am not mistaken, the NK officials meet on Tuesday nights at SK. Why don't attend and give it a try?

My BJ and LJ notify the teams at 4 minutes prior to the expiration of the half time intermission period. If the "Teams", not just 1 or 2 players or a coach or two, are not on the field before the expiration of half time, it is an USC foul.

Sometimes the best thing to do is to not blow the whistle at all! The Rule of Thumb for all officials is "If you don't see the ball, don't blow your whistle!" The are more and more officials throughout the state that do not blow a whistle on a play unless it is absolutely necessary. In our area, we have been trained that if a whistle needs to be blown, only the covering official should blow the whistle, and then only if he/she "actually" sees the ball. The negative impact of the "don't blow it until you actually see it" creedo is that there are still some coaches that teach their players to play/hit until the whistle is blown. That can create a whole new set of problems. :eek:

NCC better bring their mudders! Scott's field is a mess! :scared:

"I know this is probably stirring the pot, but why did Bruns leave Dixie to go to Highlands?" Better coaching?

Offside, why does that Avatar look so familiar?? :ohbrother:

Dixie beat Conner last night 2-1. Good game. Dixie is improving with every game. They have a solid team.

Actually, it has been my experience that having the chain crew 2 yards off of the sideline actually helps keep the players out of the 2 yard belt. Between plays, players, coaches, trainers, ect... will move in and out of the 2 yard belt. That’s okay. It’s necessary. From my perspective, I want that 2 yard belt cleared when my referee blows the ready for play. On fields where there is limited room, you just have to adjust your requirements for the team and chain crew. Communication with the coaches and players is essential. If an official does not take the time to control his/her sideline prior and during the game, then shame on him/her. It took me a few years to buy into that philosophy, but now that I have, it's made officiating much easier. Now I can concentrate on what's going on out on the field. With regard to the field markings, most fields are well marked. Others aren’t! You just have to roll with it.

2 yards off of the sideline.

Actually, it was not that difficult to officiate. It just required a bit more concentration and focus. Actually, I thought that is was kind of fun.

I tell every player and coach on my sideline immediately before kickoff that the 2 yard belt, which is marked white on some fields, is mine, and I will not tolerate anyone in that area "during" a play. If I have a problem with a player and/or coach, trust me, I have no problem issuing a sideline warning or a harsher penalty if necessary. In Northern Ky, we have been utilizing the 2 yard belt for the chain crew and teams for a few years now. IMO, we have been pretty consistent with that mechanic. Offside, what do you think?

We use the 2 yard rule in college, and it works great!!! I don't have to worry about what's going on behind me or on either side of me during a play. As a wing official, I welcome it! :thumb:

In the program that my daughter is in, that's theory applies. Sometimes she's the best, sometimes she's not. Her playing time is based on her effort in prior games and practice. However, that's not always the case in a lot of programs and schools. Unfortunately, outside influences or pressures, more than should be tolerated, can and do impact a coaches opinion as to who the "best" player is from game to game.

I know 2 of the three middle school players that play some varsity BB at Beechwood. They are decent players. However, if they are not starting or getting significant playing time, what's the point? Also, part of me believes that by bringing up the "good" middle school players to the varsity level, you're hurting the other "so-so" middle school players who are not good enough to move up. What happens when those middle of the road players finally reach the varsity level? On a personal note, I have a daughter who is an 8th grader and she's a decent player. I'd rather that she get significant playing time at the 8th grade level and work on her skills, than to get moved up to the JV or varsity level and play sparingly.

Oh come on now Offside!! What a suck up brown noser!!! :sssh::laugh:

Were they rough on our officiating brothers Offside?

CONGRATS BEECHWOOD!!!

Scratch that! I think it was #81! Sorry. :thumb: