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Pre-season Meeting 2August 21, 2012
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IACAO Football Dec 2005 2
National Federation National Federation 5 Person Mechanics Football 5 Person Mechanics Football
Technology Tim Kiefer
Edited by Octavio Herrera
Bill Laude
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Football Mechanics Criteria Football Mechanics Criteria
CommunicationCommunication
Field PositionsField Positions
Keys & General MechanicsKeys & General Mechanics
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Mechanics – 5 man Mechanics – 5 man
Before KickoffBefore Kickoff
After KickoffAfter Kickoff
Basic Scrimmage PositionBasic Scrimmage Position
Prior to the SnapPrior to the Snap
Running PlaysRunning Plays
Passing PlaysPassing Plays
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Mechanics 5 man (cont’d) Mechanics 5 man (cont’d)
Scrimmage KicksScrimmage Kicks
SK’s - Field Goals & Try AttemptsSK’s - Field Goals & Try Attempts
SK’s – Field Goals & Try FakesSK’s – Field Goals & Try Fakes
Goal Line – Inside 10 yard lineGoal Line – Inside 10 yard line
MeasurementsMeasurements
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Before Kickoff
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 GR
U
H
RefereePosition near R’s goal line Linesman’s side
Count R Players
Check other officials in position and signal ball ready for play after other officials are ready
LJ
BJ
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Before Kickoff
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
LJ
Line JudgePosition on R’s 10 yard line opposite Linesman
Count R Players
Ensure coaches, players, substitutes in proper location
Hold hand in air to inform Referee ready
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Before Kickoff
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
H
LinesmanPosition on 50 yard line with line-to-gain equipment
Monitor bench area
Count R Players
Hold hand in the air to inform Referee ready
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Before Kickoff
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
U
UmpirePosition on R’s Free Kick line at 9-yard marks
Move to sideline opposite Linesman
Ensure coaches, players, substitutes and others in proper location
Count K players
Hold arm in air to inform Referee ready
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Before Kickoff
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
BJ
Back JudgePosition on K free-kick line
Hand ball to kicker and advise Referee location.
Inform K to wait for RFP signal
Count K Players
Move to sideline with line-to-gain equipment and hold hand in the air to inform Referee ready
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Onside Kick
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 GR
U
H
Line Judge
Position on K's free kick line opposite Back Judge
Referee
Adjust position based on receiving team position
LJ
BJ
LJ
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After Kickoff
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G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
RefereeDeep Kicks, Be ready to rule on touchback or player momentum
Kicks middle, start clock when kick is touched (other than first touching by K)
Pick up runner and follow until released to covering official
R
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After Kickoff
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
RefereeIf kick goes OOB determine if touched by R inbounds
Kicks outside inbounds lines, move cautiously with play
Observe actions behind play and clean up
R
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After Kickoff
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G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
Line JudgeOn kicks middle or your side, start Clock when kick is touched (other than first touching by K)
Pick up runner and follow until released to Umpire.
LJ
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After Kickoff G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
Line JudgeDetermine if kick goes OOB and flag if not touched by R
Kicks opposite side, move cautiously with play
Observe actions behind play and clean up
LJ
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After Kickoff
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
LinesmanKicks your side, start clock when kick is touched by R (other than first touching by K)
Be alert for first touching by K.
Observe legality of blocks and action away from the ball when you are not covering the runner.
Maintain responsibility for your sideline
H BJ
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After Kickoff
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
LinesmanDetermine if kick goes OOB and flag if not touched by R
Kicks opposite side, move cautiously with play
Observe actions behind play and clean up
H
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After Kickoff
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
UmpireWatch for free-kick line infractions
Be Alert for first touching by K prior to R’s free-kick line and bean bag if necessary
Check legality of blocks and action around the ball until runner is released to you.
U
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After Kickoff
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
UUmpireKick to your side
Move down sideline while watching for fouls and to area best to officiate depending on the kick
Keep spacing with Line Judge
Determine if kick goes OOB and flag if not touched by R
Pick up responsibility for the runner from Line Judge and follow to goal line
LJ
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After Kickoff G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
U
UmpireKick Opposite Side
Move cautiously toward play being ready to rule on your sideline if play reverses
Observe action of player in vicinity of runner and watch for fouls away from the ball
Help Back Judge with goal line on long runs
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After Kickoff
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
Back JudgeWatch for free-kick line infractions
Help LJ rule on first touching by K prior to R’s free-kick line and bean bag if necessary
Watch initial blocks near R’s free-kick line and blocks on kicker / holder
Administer fouls prior to kickoff
BJ
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After Kickoff
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
Back JudgeKicks to your Side
Move down the sideline to area to best officiate depending on kick
Keep spacing with HL
Determine if kick goes OOB and flag if R has not touched
Pick up responsibility for runner from Linesman and follow to goal line
BJH
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After Kickoff
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
Back JudgeKick Opposite side
Move cautiously toward play being ready to rule on your sideline if play reverses
Observe action of player in vicinity of runner and watch for fouls away from the ball
Assist Umpire with goal line on long runs
BJ
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Basic Scrimmage Position
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
R
U
RefereeA’s backfield 10-12 yards behind LOS*
Must be able to view opposite tackle
Umpire4 to 7 yards off ball as to not interfere with vision or movement of defensive backs.
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Basic Scrimmage Position
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
R
H
U
Linesman & Line JudgeStart on side line OFF the field straddling line-of-scrimmage.
Back Judge15 to 20 yards off the ball AND always deeper than deepest back
LJ
BJ
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Prior to Snap (All Plays)
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
R
RefereeDeclare ball ready-for-play
Count A players
Check players set for one second prior to snap.
Watch for snap infractions, illegal shifts, and false starts
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Prior to Snap (All Plays)
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
U
UmpireVary position to not block view of B players or allow A to use you as interference
Count A Players
Check five players on line numbered 50-79
Be ready to rule on snap infractions, false starts, encroachments, disconcerting signals by defense and be aware of B players line up in free blocking zone
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Prior to Snap (All Plays)
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
H
Linesman & Line JudgeCheck down number on box and signal down
Extend arm back with palm extended toward backfield to indicate A player closest to you off the LOS
Check to see if all backs, flankers, split ends in legal position and check eligibility
Determine if player in motion’s movement away from you is legal
LJ
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G 1 0 2 0 3 0
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
H
Linesman & Line JudgeCheck for seven on the line-of-scrimmage
Help in determining false start, encroachment, interference with snap
Count B players and be alert for illegal substitutes
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2
Prior to Snap (All Plays)
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LJ
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G 1 0 2 0 3 0
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
Back JudgeResponsible for 25 second count
Provide a visible count of the last 5 seconds unless 25 second field clock is utilized
Count B players
Prior to Snap (All Plays)
BJ
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G 1 0 2 0 3 0
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
Balanced FormationWhen no strength is declared, Line Judge side considered strength
Back Judge Key: End Line Judge side
Linesman Key: End on his/her side
Line Judge Key: First back out his/her side
Keys and Priorities (All Plays)
BJ
LJ
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G 1 0 2 0 3 0
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
Strength to LinesmanBack Judge Key: End on Lineman’s side
Linesman Key: Back his/her side
Line Judge Key: End his/her side
Keys and Priorities (All Plays)
BJ
LJ
H
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G 1 0 2 0 3 0
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
Strength to Line JudgeBack Judge Key: End on Line Judge side
Linesman Key: End his/her side
Line Judge Key: Back his/her side both formations
Keys and Priorities (All Plays)
BJ
LJ
H
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G 1 0 2 0 3 0
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
“Trips” FormationBack Judge Key: Two outside receivers
Linesman Key: End his/her side
Line Judge Key: Inside receiver his/her side formation
Note: Reverse coverage for trips formations to Linesman side
Keys and Priorities (All Plays)
BJ
LJ
H
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G 1 0 2 0 3 0
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
Motion Initial Coverage same as Strength to Lineman
Motion to Line Judge
Back Judge Key: Change to End Line Judge side
Linesman Key: Change to End his/her side
Line Judge Key: change to Back in motion his/her side formation
Keys and Priorities (All Plays)
BJ
LJ
H
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G 1 0 2 0 3 0
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
Motion Initial Coverage same as Strength to Lineman
Motion to Line Judge
Formation now balanced but since strength was established to Lineman side, keys remain the same with the Line Judge picking up responsibility for receiver in motion to his/her side
Keys and Priorities (All Plays)
BJ
LJ
H
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Running Play
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
R
RefereeKey opposite guard / tackle
Responsible for ball carrier and action around him to the neutral zone
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Running Play
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
R
RefereeMove behind play toward side of field where play advances and cover runner until reaching neutral zone or if down near line-of-scrimmage
Watch action behind ball and away from runner, action on quarterback, and backward or forward passes.
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Running Play
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
R
RefereeWhen ball is dead, move to location and signal next down
Help relay ball and assist umpire with spot
If first down, stop clock and signal
Make sure all officials ready to go before signal ball ready for play
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Running Play
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
U
UmpireRead point of attack (POA)
Watch line play for illegal action around ball carrier and in free blocking zone
Move accordingly depending on play working inside out
Be alert for fumbles beyond neutral zone and help determine who gains possession
After play spot ball
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Running Play
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
H
LinesmanAction toward you
Work OFF the field
Observe actions of linemen your side and blockers in front of ball carrier
Pick up responsibility of ball carrier, mark forward progress and stop clock if out of bounds
Stop clock if ball carrier crosses line to gain
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Running Play
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
H
LinesmanAction away from you
Move cautiously onto field ready for reverse action
Observe action behind play
Be ready to help with forward progress spot
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Running Play
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
LJLine JudgeAction toward you
Work off the field
Observe actions of linemen your side and blockers in front of ball carrier
Have responsibility for ball carrier
Mark FP and stop clock if out of bounds
Stop clock if ball carrier crosses line to gain
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Running Play
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
LJ
Line JudgeAction away from you
Move cautiously onto field ready for reverse action
Observe action behind play
Be ready to help with forward progress
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Running Play
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
BJ
Back JudgeWork inside out
Move to maintain triangle coverage with Umpire, Linesman or Line Judge on runs to side zones
Trail play to sideline and move into dead ball area assisting covering official
Goal line responsibility on long runs
U
LJ
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Passing Plays
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
R
RefereeKey opposite guard / tackle (see notes)
Watch blocking
Remain wider and deeper than passer
After pass released, verbally alert defenders and observe action on passer not ball
Determine pass forward or backward
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Passing Plays
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
R
RefereeSole responsibility for intentional grounding; however, can get assistance from covering official
Determine if passer crosses neutral zone (see notes)
Continue to observe action behind neutral zone before leaving
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Passing Plays
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
U
UmpireWatch for Illegal contact in free blocking zone
Move towards line-of-scrimmage (LOS)
Observe action of players in and just behind neutral zone
Assist Referee in determining if forward pass released beyond neutral zone
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Passing Plays
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
U
UmpireKnow if ball tipped at line-of-scrimmage (if so – give tipped signal)
Pivot after pass crosses neutral zone and assist on determining catch or no catch
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Passing Plays
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
H
Linesman & Line JudgeWatch initial action off line for defensive holding
Move downfield cautiously (5-7 yards) on passes to your side
Be ready to adjust back for run
Be ready to rule on pass incomplete / complete and interference
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Passing Plays
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
Linesman & Line JudgeIf ball intercepted, observe action until ball is dead, covering official stop clock and signal first down, if inside defensive 5 yard line, be ready to rule on momentum
If incomplete pass in your area, sound whistle and signal
Be alert for illegal passes
Rule on touching or catching by ineligibles
H
R
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Passing Plays
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
Back Judge
Retreat to be in position behind deepest receiver
Responsible for deep receivers
Be ready to rule on complete / incomplete pass and interference
Move to goal line or end line if either is threatened
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Scrimmage Kick
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
RefereePosition 2-3 yards behind kicker (see notes), 3-5 yards outside of TE on kicking leg side
Be able to see ball and all backs
Watch for fouls behind neutral zone and roughing / running into kicker
Be alert for blocked kicks and recovery
R
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Scrimmage Kick
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
RefereeAfter ball crosses neutral zone, observe line play and move down field slowly
Be ready to pick up runner on long run and continue with him to goal line
R
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Scrimmage Kick
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
LJ
RefereeIf ball kicked out of bounds in flight, assist the covering official with spot
In no foul, signal linesmen and line-to-gain equipment into position for next play
Make sure all officials ready prior to giving ready-for-play signal
H
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Scrimmage Kick
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
UmpirePosition 4-7 yards deep (see notes section), keeping ball in view
Check numbering exceptions
After snap, step toward neutral zone watching for possible roughing of snapper, then shift to blocking action
U
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Scrimmage Kick
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
UmpireAssist Referee with short or blocked kicks
Once kick crosses neutral zone, pivot and observe blocks downfield and players away from ball
U
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Scrimmage Kick
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
H
Linesman
Determine if kick crosses NZ
Hold line-of-scrimmage until ball crosses then move slowly down field and keep spacing with Back Judge
Grounded kicks out of bounds close to you, mark spot and observe action
BJ
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Scrimmage Kick
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
H
LinesmanHelp Referee with short or blocked kicks and note spot of recovery
On short kicks to your side, bean bag spot of first touching and end of kick
Be ready for fair catch on short kicks to your side and blow whistle only after kick is secured
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Scrimmage Kick
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
H
Linesman
Routine kick, move downfield cautiously observe action in front of ball carrier
Move with runner to your sideline and follow until goal line
Only move line to gain equipment when sure no foul on play and signaled by Referee
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Scrimmage Kick
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
LJ
Line Judge
Position on line of scrimmage
Move down field after snap
Drop Bean Bag to mark end of short kicks to your side
Pick up responsibility for ball carrier from Back Judge on returns to your side
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Scrimmage Kick
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
LJ
Line Judge
If out of bounds in flight, move past where ball went out and walk forward until Referee spots you
On grounded kicks out of bounds, mark spot and observe action
On return to Linesman side, move slowly behind play observe all action
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Scrimmage Kick
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
LJ
Line JudgeIf K first to touch, mark spot of first touching with bean bag
If fair catch is signaled on short kicks to your side, sound whistle (see notes) after kick is complete (know when Kick ends), and mark spot
If muffed, you must clean up
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Scrimmage Kick
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
BJ
Back JudgePosition 2-3 yards behind deepest receiver and 10-12 yards wider on the linesman's side
Carry bean bag in hand
Be ready to rule on momentum inside 5 yard line
Observe initial action around receiver
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Scrimmage Kick
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 GBJ
Back Judge
Drop Bean Bag to mark end of kick
Maintain responsibility of ball carrier on returns up the middle and to your side until released to other official
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Scrimmage Kick
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 G
G 1 0 2 0 3 0 4 0 5 0 4 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 GBJ
Back JudgeIf K first to touch, mark spot of first touching with bean bag
If fair catch is signaled on kicks to your side, sound whistle (see notes) after kick is complete (know when Kick ends), and mark spot
Be ready for muff
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Field Goal and Try Attempts (all)
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
G 1 0 2 0 3 0R
RefereePosition 2-3 yards behind and 3-5 yards to side of kicker facing holder
Observe Kicker, Holder, and opposite side tackle
Be ready for fumble or fake
Assist Line Judge / Linesman with side line if run develops
Rule on roughing kicker / holder
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Field Goal and Try Attempts (all)
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
R
RefereeAfter ball is kicked, if try, sound whistle, if field goal, ball live
Signal score or no score after receiving signal from Back Judge or Line Judge
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Field Goal and Try Attempts (all)
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
U
UmpirePosition 4-7 yards deep keeping ball in view
Check numbering exceptions
After snap, step toward neutral zone watching for roughing the snapper
After kick crosses neutral zone, pivot to line judge side and assist with coverage
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Field Goal and Try Attempts
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
H
H/LJPosition on line-of-scrimmage to be determined by R’s position (see notes)
Watch line play
If run or pass develops handle as goal line play
Official on R's side goes under post with BJ.
LJ
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Field Goal and Try Attempts
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
WING
LJ/HPosition under uprights with Back Judge determined by R’s position
Rule on kick to your upright
If run or pass develops, move to the side line and work back to the play
Signal score for successful or unsuccessful (see notes) for no score
BJ
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Field Goal and Try Attempts (all)
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
BJ
Back JudgePosition under uprights EITHER with H or LJ
Sound whistle when ball crosses plane of end zone and rule on kick
Successful signal score, unsuccessful, signal no score and if field goal attempt, signal touchback
If field goal does not cross plane, handle as scrimmage kick
WING
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Goal-Line Plays (Inside 10 yards)
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
R
RefereeSame Coverage as Running and Passing Plays
UmpirePosition near goal line. Do not give TD signal
Linesman & Line JudgeMove to goal line and work back on play
U
H
LJ
BJ
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Goal-Line Plays (Inside 10 yards)
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
R
Back JudgeEnd line responsibility
All OfficialsONLY signal Touchdown if you see ball cross goal line (primary coverage is wing officials – U should communicate only)
Do NOT mirror signal
Communicate on dual coverage areas
U
H
LJ
BJ
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Measurement
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
U
Back JudgePut box at front stake
Line JudgeAlign Linesman up with line and ball
LinesmanWalk chains out, place clip on line and hold
UmpireTake front stake
RefereeDetermine if ball across line-to-gain
H
R
LJ
BJ
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Mock Toss
4 0 5 0 4 0
4 0 5 0 4 0
RRefereeLocate team captains on press box side of field
UmpireLocate team captains on opposite side of field
Other OfficialsKeep all other players off field
UH
LJBJ
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Mock Toss
4 0 5 0 4 0
4 0 5 0 4 0
R
Referee/UmpireOn signal from referee, escort captains to center of field.
Review result of coin toss.
Have captains place their backs to their goals.
Signal choices to press box.
U
H
LJBJ
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Use of bean bag
General guidelines
Drop on the appropriate yard line.
Serves as an aid to enforcement and not an absolute reference point.
When to use
Player goes out of bounds. Drop bag at sideline, keep officiating.
End of a scrimmage kick.
Fumbles beyond the line of scrimmage.
Other times to aid in game administration.
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Use of penalty markerLive ball foulShoulder height; know which fouls require a spot and which don't.
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Use of penalty marker
Dead ball foul
Throw flag high into the air, blow whistle to stop play.
Reminder
Flag should be tucked out of sight.
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Administering penaltiesRefereeGet complete information from covering official.
Give preliminary signal to press box.
Get decision from captain. If obvious, just tell him what he wants to do.
Review enforcement with umpire.
Give final signal to press box.
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Administering penaltiesUmpireSecure game ball.
Review enforcement with referee.
Mark off penalty.
Check with head linesman before putting the ball down.
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Administering penaltiesHead linesmanProceed to succeeding spot.
Confirm spot with umpire.
Be certain of down number and manage chain crew.
Line judgeHold enforcement spot.
Back judgeSecure ball, cover flags (all officials should be helping with this), keep attendants off field.
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Crew Signals
Two sticks 11 players Snapper protection
Unbalanced Play OOB Backward pass orplayer off the line
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After a score
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
R
All officialsMeet at the 10-yard line.
Hustle up the sideline to kickoff positions.
BJ times 60 seconds.
Teams may have an outside the 9-yard marks conference
U
H
LJ
BJ
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Time-outs
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
R
All officialsReview number of time-outs remaining
RefereeObserve Team B.
Get signal from BJ at 45 seconds
Umpire
Observe Team A.
Remain over the ball.
U
H
LJ
BJ
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Time-outs
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
R
Wing officialsGo to sideline with team if it goes there.
Position half-way between team and sideline if in center of field (limit of 11).
Be alert for signal from referee.
Back judgeTime 60 seconds.
Be in position so referee can see you when you notify him 45 seconds have elapsed.
U
H
LJ
BJ
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Between PeriodsReferee and umpire
Handle the ball.
Confirm down, distance, ball location.
Head linesman
Confirm down, distance, ball location.
Manage chains. Head linesman to describe.
Line judge
Aid team on your sideline in changing ends of the field.
Back judge
Take charge of linesman's team. Time 60 seconds.
Conferences are permitted.
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HalftimeReferee
Signal clock to start after making sure LJ and BJ are timing intermission.
Back judge/Line judge
Give head coach at least a 3-minute warning to be back on the field. Make sure he hears you.
Stay with teams and escort players back to field.
Direct captains to end of field they warmed up on to start the game.
Don't let them be late.