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Officiating basketball question:In an NCAA game Saturday afternoon, Player A shoots the ball before the halftime horn sounds. His shot is deflected, horn sounds and the ball goes in. Does the shot attempt end when the ball is blocked and should the score count?
Hi Bill,
I am not sure of NCAA rules, but CIF High School basketball rules would count the basket. As long as the shooter released the ball before the horn sounds, the ball is live until it goes through the hoop, hits the rim or backboard, or touches the floor. Most College rules are similar to High school. What was the ruling during the game?
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| Comment | Thanks Bret: I channel surfed during halftime. I believe your analogy is correct as the definition for try for goal doesn't end with the defender touching the ball. | ||
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Bret Temple
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My expertise is in the art of Officiating Basketball and I can answer questions pertaining to basketball rules; youth level through CIF High School, NCAA college and NBA rules as well. I can either help define a specific rule for you, or interpret a specific rule to clarify how other officials and I view and call the game.
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I have been a Basketball Official now for over 19 years, officiating at all levels. I have attended numerous training camps throughout the years in an attempt to constantly become a better official. I have been evaluated by top Officiating organizations and I've had the honor of being selected to officiate at the highest levels including former Division 1 College and NBA players.
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NASO (National Association of Sports Officials)
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El Sorrino Officials Association Accreditation
CIF Certified(California Interscholastic Federation)
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The NBA Developmental League training
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Los Angeles City Parks and Recreation,
Calabasas Basketball League,
Calabasas Semi-Pro Men's League,
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California Interscholatic Federation,
ARC League ,
(WCPBL)West Coast Professional Basketball League,
Gary Grant Youth Basketball Program
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