Contact Information for  Basketball Tournament assignments, regular season, High School, AAU Post and Pre- Tourneys, Winter Ball, Recreation Councils, In - House, Summer Leagues, College

Lee R Carter
leercarter@yahoo.com
leercarter@baltimoreareaofficialsgroup.com
410-258-2457

Tony Woolfolk
awool92719@aol.com
410-207- 6494

Owen Hannah will not be at this camp. 

Applications before 25 April 10  Cost: 100.00 After 125.00

The BAOG Camp will be held Saturday  8 May 10 at Messiah College Grantham, PA

Cost: 100.00

 1 Day Women's Instructional 3-Person Camp. You will know 3-Person after this camp.

Clinicians :  Sheilah Collins, Sue Kovensky, Diane Drake, Brian Copeland, Robbie Clark, Tony Woolfolk, Greg Tolson, Lee Carter

Camp will start at 7:30 a.m. and end approximately 6:00 p.m.

Contact: leercarter@yahoo.com or call 410-258-2457

PSAC CAMP DATES  2010

The PSAC In-Service and Applicant camps are as follows: Women’s Camp-June 25,26,27 at Slippery Rock University; Men’s Camp-July 16,17,19 at Indiana University.   . Information and camp registration will be available shortly. Official/Applicants can register on line at: www.psacofficial.com

EPCC/CBOO 1-Day Look-See Camp at Messiah College
No Cost No Cost
Sat 8 May 10         8:00 am
Tim Ebersole, Supervisor of Officials
This is an opportunity for experienced officials to be observed. It is possible to be added to the CBOO Men's or Women's staff!!! Officials who need to get some work in are welcomed. If you plan on attending the  EPCC/CBOO July camp, you will not have to stay for the whole camp. 
Several Officials were added to staff from this Camp.
Tim Ebersole Contact infor: 
"Ebersole, Tim" <TMEber@ship.edu>
717-360-0534
EPCC/CBOO Men's and Women's Supervisor D-3-JUCO-Bible Colleges

EPCC/ CBOO Camp Dates  2010

Both Men and Women Try-Outs will be at Messiah College

The dates for men’s staff camp will be Friday through Sunday, July 23-25.  The men’s staff camp will be held at Kutztown University in conjunction with their team camp and will begin on Friday morning.  I will be sending each of the men’s staff a brochure to register for the camp in early April.

The women’s staff camp will have two sessions (Women’s staff members will need to attend one).  The women’s staff dates are July 26-28 or July 29-31.  The women’s camp will begin on Monday morning for the first session and Thursday morning for the second session.  The camp will be in conjunction with their women’s team camp.  I will have registration information available by the beginning of April.

 Three officials who attended last year camp were selected to officiate the 08/09 Maryland State Basketball Championship.

                                                                                                                                  BAOG Camp 2008 Comments

 Another successful camp. I like to thank all staff and officials who participated. What a great camp. I am working on next year now.      Baltimore Area Officiating Group Women's Officiating Camp

Comments about camp

Lee,

I would like to thank you and your staff for an outstanding job. I will
tell my friends about your camp. I will see you at CBOO Camp.

Thank You
R H.

Hey Lee-

I really appreciate everyone’s input from the very professional staff you put together. Camp was very beneficial for me personally, and I definitely want to be involved with other camps you have in the future.

Thanks for working with us “rookies”….

 S. M.

Lee I want to congratulate you on a great camp. I received a lot of valuable information to help enhance my officiating skills. Your evaluators were very knowledgeable and conveyed some valuable information especially about attitude and demeanor which can hurt more than help you

10 Campers who attended this camp are now members of Division 2 and 3 Staffs. 3 past campers are members of D-1 staffs.


               


Sheilah Collins

BAOG Women's Officiating Camp

The BAOG Camp will be at Messiah College SAT 9 May 2009.  Staff: Owen Hannah, PSAC Supervisor, Tim Ebersole, CBOO Supervisor, Carolyn Allen-Brown, D-1 official, Robbie Clark, D-2 official,  D-2 Official,  Sheilah Collins, Lee Carter, Tony Woolfolk and Brian Copeland, D-2 official on hand to observe and instruct.  

 This is an Instuctional Camp on Women's 3-Person. Also for new officials, who want to learn 3-Person. This camp also is for the experienced Officials who want to refine their knowledge and skills to take to the next level. This is an excellent opportunity to talk with Supervisors and find out what they are looking for. Several officials who attended this Camp were prepared and were picked up by various D-2 and D-3 Conferences after attending their respective camps.

 BAOG Camp at Messiah College Sat 9 May 09     7:30 am
Grantham, PA 17027 outside of Harrisburg
Cost: 100.00   1-Day (No Refunds)
Hands on 3-Person Instruction- On Court and Classroom
Camp-T-Shirt, Basketball Reading Material, light breakfast and Lunch Included
Contact: Lee Carter 410-258-2457   leercarter@yahoo.com

Carolyn Allen-Brown                                               Brian Copeland         Ed Rand

Robbie Clark                                                                                        Lee Carter






 

PSAC 2009  Basketball Officials Camps
Women's Camp:    Fri/Sat/Sun  June 26, 27, 28 at Slippery Rock University
Great Staff. Pam Miller, Sue Kovensky, Sheilah Collins, Marlene Smith,Cathy Cronin/Beam and others. Stay and food included. A great teaching staff. This is also a try out camp. www.psacofficial.com

                                               PSAC Camp

Men's Camp: Edinboro University           July 10, 11 &12      Fri/Sat/Sun
Food, Lodging and Camp T-Shirt. There will be several D-1 Men's Officials serving as observers. Jimmy Williamson,Jim Bruno,Jim Julian,Rich Kotarsky and others. Ted Valentine was a past observer. You never know what well known official might show up as an observer or speaker. Ted Valentine and Ed Rush have been past guest.  Owen Hannah, Supervisor of Officials 

Women’s Camp June 26, 27 & 28 at Slippery Rock University
Great teaching staff.

Note: PSAC Camp : Both Men's and Women's Camps will fill fast. Register online and get your money in to guarantee a slot.

2009 Basketball Officiating Camp
Collegiate Basketball Officials Organization Camp 2009
D-3-Junior College- Bible Colleges
Tim Ebersole: Supervisor of Officials
The dates for camp are as follows:

                 

     July  19-20-21
July 21-22-23  

Applicants: 75.00 
There is not a camp fee for staff members
Camp Registration forms will be sent out in early March.

If you have any questions, please email me tebersole12@comcast.net or contact me by phone at 717 360-0534.

Thanks.

Tim
Three days minimum  
Contact: Tim Ebersole @  tebersole12@comcast.net

Tim Ebersole CBOO Supervisor

 I watched a Big East Men's game and there was a throw-in violation and the official gave a traveling violation signal and the announcer agreed with the traveling out of bounds call !!!!!

                                Believe it or Not

An official at a Regional High School Championship game called a common foul on a player for running into him. Wow!! One of the questions asked was who would shoot the 1 and1 if there was a penalty situation ? How can you make this call?


How to give advice to your partner at the game

Anytime you offer advice to a fellow official, you can expect a wide range of reactions. Sometimes those reactions are emotional - even irrational. Arguably, there is not a place where more reactionary feelings are emoted than on the field or court. Because of the intensity of the game, an official's personal pride and the stress associated with officiating, properly critiquing fellow officials on the field or court is a delicate practice.

1. Pick an appropriate time to offer advice. First, you've got to make a decision: Can your advice/comment wait? Not every situation needs to be addressed quickly. Store the information in the back of your mind and talk about it at halftime, after the game, or even after the season. If it has to be addressed during the game, pick a lull time, like during a timeout or player injury. When in doubt, save it for later.

2. Choose words carefully. Confrontational words bring confrontational reactions. If you think your partner missed a play or rule, don't chime in with, "You kicked that one!" The recipient will undoubtedly react negatively. Rather, gently say, "Remember that play and lets talk about it later." That's a much better approach because it doesn't bring attention to the error and doesn't put your partner on the defensive.

3. Remember perceptions. That's especially important when dealing with a younger or newer official. Even during lulls, people are watching you. If you stand in front of your partner, arms folded or pointing at him with a strong stance, it looks like you're lecturing or talking down to your partner. He will feel that and others will pick up on it. Even if you're in your 28th year of officiating and your partner is in his 28th minute, think about people's perceptions. Your body language while talking to your partner will have great impact on whether or not your partner's calls are accepted by players, coaches and fans.

4. Don't apologize for him. There's nothing more belittling than a veteran who talks to coaches about his partner like he's fresh out of kindergarten. "Sorry about that, coach. He's a new guy who's just learning." That equates to nails on a chalkboard for that new official. Confidence is enough of a problem for most new officials; the veteran's embarrassing words don't help. Even if the rookie messed up, few situations warrant an apology. Don't make yourself look better at the expense of your young partner. Remember you were there once too.

6. Let some mistakes occur. Few situations need fixing on the spot. If you know your partner is making a rules mistake, in most cases let it happen, then talk about it later. The "get the play right" mentality is okay, but don't compromise the new official's role on the field or court. If it has major impact on the game and is in a crucial situation, you may have to step in. Just remember, making mistakes is part of the learning process. A specific mistake made and later discussed will not likely happen again.



High School BASKETBALL

 

                     "Quiz"

1. Team A has the ball in the frontcourt. A-1 passes the ball to A-2 . A-2 misses the pass and the ball goes in the backcourt. A-3 picks the ball up near B's end line. Where is the ball put in play after the backcourt violation?

2. Team A has the ball in the frontcourt. A-1 passes to A-2 who muffs the ball into the backcourt. B-2 and A-3 chase the ball down. B-2 never gains control of the ball and causes the ball to go out of bounds on B's end line. The Shot Clock is at 21. Should the shot clock be reset?

3. Team A has the ball in the frontcourt. A-1 passes to A-2 who muffs the ball into the backcourt. B-2 and A-3 chase the ball down and B-3 gains control of the ball in his/her frontcourt and causes the ball to go out of bounds on B's end line. The Shot Clock is at 21. Should the shot clock be reset?

4. A-1 is driving for a lay-up on a fast break. B-3 intentionally fouls A-1 and the ball goes in. How many shots does A-1 receive?

5. When there is no shot clock, when does the 10 second backcourt count start?

Answers:

1. At the Spot of the Violation. NF- 7.5.2a

2. No Reset

3. Reset the Shot Clock since the defense gained control before going out of bounds

4. A-1 receives 2 shots- NF- 10-6-Penalty-4

5. When a team gains control of the ball in the backcourt. NF- 9-8

COMMENTS ON THE 2008-09 RULES REVISIONS

HEADBANDS DEFINED AND COLORS ADDED (3-5-3): Any item that goes around the entire head (elastic strips/bands, pre-wrap, headbands, etc.) shall meet the rule requirements regarding color, maximum size, logo restrictions and team uniformity. The colors of black and beige were also added to the list of permissible colors a team may wear. This change makes the rule more consistent in application and enforcement. The additional colors will provide student-athletes with the same low-cost options previously available, while maintaining team uniformity.

FREE-THROW LANE SPACES CHANGED (8-1-4b, c and d): During a free throw, all players will move up one lane space, leaving the two marked lane spaces closest to the end line vacant. A new mark (2 inches by 8 inches) must be applied to the lane line near the free-throw line to designate the last 3-foot marked lane space. This rules change may reduce rough play during free-throw situations while maintaining defensive rebounding percentages within an acceptable range.

PENALTY FOR ILLEGAL UNIFORMS CHANGED (10-5-5 New): A maximum of one technical foul shall be charged directly to the head coach when a participant wears an illegal jersey, illegal pants/skirt or an illegal number. This rules change reduces the penalty from one technical foul assessed to each starter and each substitute to a maximum of one technical foul assessed directly to the head coach. There has been a proliferation of illegal uniforms worn by teams within the past several years. This change reduces the penalty, but puts the responsibility for illegal uniforms where it ultimately belongs – with the head coach, not the participant.

2008-09 POINTS OF EMPHASIS

1. LEGAL UNIFORMS. Improvement has been made in the ordering and purchasing of legal uniforms, including the mandatory white home uniform. The NFHS is also working with manufacturers to improve compliance with NFHS uniform design specifications (3-4). Schools/teams are encouraged to review these design specifications prior to ordering and purchasing new uniforms. In part because of last year’s emphasis on legal uniforms, the penalty for wearing an illegal uniform has been changed for 2008-09 (see Comments on the Rules Revisions). Officials should also continue to enforce proper wearing of the uniform and direct players to leave the game when a uniform is not being worn properly. Team members are also prohibited from playing if wearing items such as jewelry, illegal undershirts (including a visible manufacturer’s logo) or undergarments that extend below the pants/skirt. Players in violation of those rules may not enter or shall be directed to leave the game.

2. ROUGH PLAY. For the fifth time in the past eight years, rough play is a point of emphasis. The committee continues to be concerned with the increasing level of physical play being permitted. Officials and coaches are charged with promoting good sportsmanship, encouraging fair play and minimizing the risk of injury to student-athletes. Rough play creates conflict between players and increases the opportunity for injuries.

 

A. Post play. The key word is displacement. If a player is displaced, it is a foul! Offensive players creating space by “backing down” a defender, or a defender moving an offensive player off his/her spot on the floor, are examples of post-play fouls that must be called.

B. Hand-checking. Defenders are not permitted to have hands on the dribbler or offensive players away from the ball. Hand-checking is not incidental contact; it gives a tremendous advantage to the person using illegal hands/tactics. An offensive player who uses his/her hands or body to push off in order to create a more favorable position has committed a foul. Regardless of where it happens on the floor, when a player:

1) Continuously places a hand on the opposing player – it is a foul.

2) Places both hands on a player – it is a foul.

3) Continuously jabs a hand or forearm on an opponent – it is a foul.

C. Loose balls. Rough play and excessive contact while attempting to secure a loose ball continue to be a concern. Coaches, players and officials must understand that a loose-ball situation is not consent for a player to “jump on” an opponent on the floor in an attempt to create a held ball. Likewise, merely because a player is “going for the ball” does not give that player permission to “take out” an opponent who is in a more advantageous position. Incidental contact (4-27) allows for contact when players are in equally favorable positions.

3. TIME-OUTS. The proper granting of time-outs continues to be of great concern. During live-ball situations, it is imperative that officials ensure player control before granting a time-out. Additionally, officials must ensure that the time-out request is coming from a player or the head coach of the team in control. Coaches must realize that officials have other responsibilities to the game that require their immediate attention. As a result, coaches must understand that just because a time-out was requested does not mean that a time-out will be granted. During loose-ball situations, when there is doubt as to which player has obtained control, officials should not grant a time-out, but rather rule a held ball.

4. SLAPPING THE BACKBOARD. The incidents of players slapping the backboard are increasing throughout the country. The rules specify that “intentionally slapping or striking the backboard” is a technical foul (10-3-5). The spirit and intent of that rule is to penalize a player for drawing attention to him/herself or as a means of venting frustration. A player who strikes the backboard in a legitimate attempt to block a try for goal should not be penalized. Basket interference cannot be ruled in either of the above situations. Basket interference only occurs if the ball is interfered with while in the cylinder above the basket ring or by touching either the ball or any part of the basket while the ball is on or within the basket (4-6).

5. OFFICIALS’ MECHANICS AND SIGNALS. Communication and consistency remain the most important elements of good officiating. It is essential for officials to be familiar and comfortable with proper NFHS officiating mechanics and signals. The primary reasons for utilizing only approved NFHS mechanics and signals are:

Effective court coverage related to Primary Coverage Areas.

Effective communication between officiating partner(s).

Provide immediate information and feedback to coaches, players, scorers, timers and fans.

Signals are used to communicate and should never be used to call attention to the official. The majority of signals are used to indicate what has or is happening. Approved NFHS signals are dignified, informative and meaningful. The use of unauthorized signals frequently confuses, because the meaning is unknown. Problems are also created when officials engage in “hit and run” officiating. This occurs when an official blows the whistle and immediately leaves the area without taking the time to follow the proper procedures for calling the foul or violation. Signals should be given in a manner that is calm

www.pbblonline.com/home.htm




Observations

Some officiating observations. Officials walking up and down the court. Making calls from half-court and beyond in the paint. Not placing the throw-in at the proper spot. Not knowing basic rules. Physically out of shape. Poor judgment on calls because they are not in position to make the calls and are guessing. Threatening athletes. As an official, you do not have the authority to bench a player. If necessary, assess a T and move on. Common sense officiating. If an athlete toes are touching the inside of the paint why call 3-seconds?  

    I observed some middle school ball. Officials you are not coaches. Violations are violations no matter what the score is. If they run with the ball, take 4 steps, you have to make the call irregardless of the score. You can't say get out of the lane for 4 quarters you have to make the call and the athletes or coaches will make the adjustments. Ignoring the rules because of the score can lead to bad habits and losing control of the game. Blow outs can be difficult to officiate. If you let somebody get whacked because they are up by 40 may cause retribution, which may lead to a fight. Blow outs are a time to work on your skills. You can concentrate on looking off ball, staying with your shooters, competitive match- ups etc. You have to put the ball in at the proper spot. If they traveled on the right side of the key, why put the ball in on the left sideline. Not calling traveling, fouls and other violations is not assisting the athletes on the integrity of the game. If you don't make these calls at this level, you will not make these calls at higher levels.

RAND’S ABC’S of Officiating

(Pregame 2006-2007)

A Areas of coverage, Angles, Administration-if you can’t explain it.. don’t call it.

B Body language, Both ends of court, Balance

C Communication-partners, players, coaches…Consistency

D Dead ball officiating, Distribute calls

E Eye contact with partners, Evaluate the contact, Effort, Elbows on screens.

F Freedom of movement, fairness, “FUZZY” not always a foul/violation.

G Game management: Referee time and score

H Hustle, Help partners

I Intensity, Intentional fouls, Interaction with coaches/players

J Judgment: don’t anticipate..see entire play

K Knowledge of rules/mechanics…Kick balls…Know: time/score/team fouls/shot clock.

L Last shot, Lead official, don’t be Lazy..Loose balls.

M Manage the Game..Match-ups in your primary...Mirror signals.

N Non-calling official stay focused. .help with Numbers.

O Off ball coverage..Out of bounds…Over/On the back…Officiate time and score.

P Press coverage...Post play…Patient whistle…Primary area…Position.

Q Quality calls…must be significant to call out of your primary.

R Rules..Rotations…Rebounding…Re-route…Referee defense.

S Call Similar plays Similarly….Call Similarly within Crew….Stay with shooter… Shot clock…Sequencing/Cataloging calls.

T Time management…Traveling…Team fouls (6-0) TRAIL official.

U Understanding game situations…Utilize Technical Foul as a tool. Ugly is not a foul or violation.

V Vision: see entire play…Verticality…Violations…Verify # of shots.

W Wisdom…Willingness to do your best…Double Whistle…Wide angles.

X X-tra effort last 5 minutes of game…

Y Your partners: Trust…work as a TEAM.

Z ZEBRA: when you put on the stripes…this game and your partners deserve your BEST.

for a view of a great crossover dribble by Jinaki Boston, Southside HS at the Western Fall League. The defender falls down. For all you Video Production needs, Eric Battle is the man. Weddings,plays,sporting events, etc.

Basketball season is around the corner. Read your rule books. Stretch it out. Make sure your basketball attire is still fitting. Carry extras in your car. I am always forgetting something. LOL!
I carry extra shoes, whistles etc. in the trunk. Do not talk about your fellow officials. I witness this craziness recently. An official in the stands with fans, shouting thats a foul etc. etc. Doesn't look good. Communicate on the court. Always know whats going on. I was coaching and we had the ball out of bounds and the other team called time-out. At the end of the time-out the officials gave the ball to the other team. It was explained to me that since they called time-out, it must be their ball. It's imperative that you know who possession it is. Before you even report to the table communicate with your partner(s) that will eliminate unnecessary issues.


   

If you have Referee Pics or Athletes in Action Basketball send them. I will post them.

Any ideas to better this site, send them. I will listen.  I am always open to suggestions. Officiating is a continual learning experience. To all my fellow officials, you have a tough job and I commend you for keeping the faith and doing your best.
Take Care,
Lee

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About Us :  

 Lee R. Carter- leercarter@baltimoreareaofficialsgroup.com
                                               410-258-2457
Tony Woolfolk- tonywoolfolk@thebaog.com 
Catholic Youth Organization Basketball Officials Supervisor
                                               443-677-4597
 

Mission: Assigning Men, Women,Girls and Boys Basketball Games,Leagues, Pre- and Post- AAU Tourneys at reasonable rates.

To assist Offficials on enhancing their skills by sharing information and experiences.