REFEREES POWERPOINTAUGUST 10, 2010 JIM BEYER USAV NATIONAL REFEREE COORDINATOR OF WOMENS VOLLEYBALL OFFICIALS

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DURING PLAYCOACHING POSITION/BALL IN PLAYSUBSTITUTION ZONE1.75 metersREFEREE REMINDER

SCORE TABLEBENCHCOACHING POSITION/BALL OUT OF PLAYBALL OUT OF PLAYCoach No Longer Has To Be Near Substitution Zone for RequestsNote: It remains the coachs responsibility to communicate the request clearly to the second referee, regardless of the coachs location at the time of the request.

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SUBSTITUTES POSITION IN WARM-UP AREA

SCORE TABLEMUST BE SEATED ON BENCHWARM-UP AREA1.75 METERS(510)SUBSTITUTES MAY STAND IN THE WARM-UP AREA NO CLOSER THANFROM SIDELINE OR ITS EXTENSIONNote: The warm-up area begins at the end of the team bench or at the end line (whichever is nearer the scorekeepers table).

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REFEREES ARRIVAL

On site 45 min. beforeCourtside 30 min. before in uniformCoaches: Please make every effort to provide a private dressing room for your officials.REFEREE REMINDER

REFEREE REMINDEROfficial Uniform

White (Certified Volleyball Official) long or short-sleeved polo shirtDark navy blue pants (not jeans or faded Dockers)Blue or black beltSolid white shoes and white socksWell-groomed and neat in appearanceOptional certified official V-neck sweater (approved for on-court wear by either referee)Optional white sweater vest (approved for on-court wear by either referee)

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Develop an Entrance Plan with/Your PartnerNo later than a week before the match, contact partner and host school to verify detailsEnsure accuracy of information you are going byInitial information could be wrong so assume nothingThis communication establishes the cooperative team effort that promotes the importance of the matchDont leave messages on answering machines or email without asking for a replyHave cell phone numbers of your partner, assigner and host management to deal with unforeseen delays

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Arrival at the SiteIdeally, establish a time to meet to ride together or meet at the locationMeet and walk in together (reinforces concept of teamwork)Ensure time for pre-match discussion with partner to set expectations and understandingsPre-match checklist available at www.vbofficiating.comSecond Referee gets an answer to what do you expect of me?Informal signals, given discreetly, are thoroughly covered.Emphasize eye contact CENTERING (before, during and after each play).Delay in arrival should be the exception, not the norm so plan ahead and anticipate delays

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2 Whistles with lanyard (white or black)Watch (with second hand or timer)Yellow and Red CardsCoin for coin toss (quarter to dollar)Rule Book (highly recommend Guidebook/supplement)Net Height Measuring Device -chain, (plumb bob antenna, room for pursuit)Ball Pressure Gauge and Pump (calibrated 10ths)Extras?(courtside)

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Communicate with event personnel Locate the event manager (Where will you be?)Determine warm-up protocol, ground rules, special eventsR1 and R2 Introduce yourselves to both coaches after the coin toss:When both coaches are courtsideminimal time and conversation (lead by R1)Who serves first?Questions?Remind of new rule submitting lineup before first set at 03:00 on the clockequal time with both

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Pre-match meeting / Coin Toss*Introduction- Any team representative can be present at the pre-match coin toss. Reminders:Jewelry - during warm-up and matchLiquids during timeoutsClear Benches*Review Ground rules and warm-up protocol (special events)Match format3 out of 5 (except NJCAA play can be 2 out of 3)No point cap in any gameLibero replacements and libero as server replacements Sanction notification; approach the stand when directed*Ask R2 for inputSubstitution procedure*Authorization from R2 required to enter - warn once then DW*Answer any questions, *New rules?*Coin toss serve/receive only (home team has already selected playing area for first game)

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During Warm-ups Any non-playable area should be equitably available to both teams during the warm-up periods.Timing of the warm-up periods R2 (whistle warn, horn teams exchange)Ensure safety during warm-up periodsObserve skill level to determine level of playVisually review the teams for jewelryInspect uniform legality NumbersLiberos uniform contrast and color

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Line Judges; SALT Positioning on the court Location prior to the match, during timeouts, and between gamesLess experienced on R1s sideEstablish Base Position. The position of the line judge when a server moves to the left side of the service zone to serve near the line judge (4-5) should be behind the server.Review line judge calls and signals (inconspicuous area)Foot faults committed by serverFoot faults committed by players other than server touching floor outside court during serviceAntenna (Pursuit Rule); move from base position.Balls in/out: If any part of the ball touches part of a line, the ball is in (call all balls in that are in)Touches (not when ball is in play)Reporting rude remarks or inappropriate behavior (fix antenna?)Helping referee judge "pancake" digsLine judge screened from callPotential for overrule

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ScorekeepingONE scorekeeper (seated between), ONE assistant SK and ONE visible scoreboard operator at the scoring tableReview scorekeeper dutiesRecording of substitutions, timeouts and penaltiesProcedures when the libero servesInforming R2 of subs and TOsVerify server before each serve (let wrong server serve)Who are the next 3 servers? (For front row players)Ensure lineups are recorded correctly - scorekeeper and R2 rolesReview assistant scorekeeper duties Uses libero tracking sheet to track the libero replacements and regular team substitutionsNotes use of libero replacement in serving orderMake sure the L is always between the same #Answer any questions. Use Rules Book.

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ModificationsNAIA Unlimited Substitutions No requirement for two meters of service area past the end line

NJCAA (Junior College) Only one coach at a time may stand to coach players on the court while the ball is in play. No requirement for two meters of service area past the end line

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www.iowaconference.com/officials/volleyball.htmJV PROTOCOL 2 out of 3 to completion past 55 minutes; 55 minutes playing time if completion occurs before with mutual consent, place difference in minutes on clock/continuous playMATCH FEESPer Official $135 JV (2 out of 3)/VAR (3 out of 5)Per Official $115 JV or VAR (3 out of 5)Per Official $95 VAR Tournament or Triangular (3 out of 5); $100 CONF Tournament, $70 JV Tournament (2 out of 3)CONTRACT & GUIDELINESSIgn and Returnwww. arbitersports.comSIGN IN: EMAIL ADDRESSPASSWORD: ???CHECK SCHEDULE LAST LINE OF DEFENSECHECK SCHOOLS WEB SITE SCHEDULECONTACT YOUR PARTNER(S)Contact me immediately if there any discrepancies

PAST RULE CHANGEMedia Timeout By agreement of both coaches, timeouts in a non-broadcast match may be extended from the 60-second default length to the same length as a media timeout (75-90 seconds).

Note: The decision of the IIAC Coaches is to stay with the 60-second timeout.

PAST RULE CHANGEInadvertent horn or whistleAn inadvertent whistle or horn that affects play ends the rally. The first referee must determine if the inadvertent whistle or horn affected play (rally is replayed) or not (result of rally stands).Note: R2 discuss with the horn operator the use of horn/buzzer for warm-up protocol, timeouts, and intervals between sets.

PAST RULE CHANGEProtest ProcedureWhen a protest has been lodged regarding a scoring discrepancy; in addition to reviewing the score sheet for errors and consulting with all assigned referees and scorekeepers;

The referees or protest committee may also:Review information from an official statistician if an electronic play-by-play system is in use.

If that resource is not available, the referees may use information from the teams bench statisticians or scorekeepers, provided both are in agreement as to the score and/or sequence of events.

Note: The referees should continually check the visual score for accuracy.

STEAM: RED L: 10Team Substitutions: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12Note: The L must be between the same two #s. PAST SCOREKEEPING CHANGELibero Tracking SheetRecord # of SubstitutionsMonitor Correct ServerOnly Slash Substitutions

Serving OrderServiceSPIIII6L 6 L 6 2 L 2 6IIIII3IIIIII7IVIII1L 1 L 1 LVII8VIII45 4

PAST POINT OF EMPHASISNet Height The specifications for net height and antenna placement are the responsibility of event management. If the net set-up is done correctly, the referees confirmation will take only a few seconds, minimizing the disruption to the warm-up protocol.

Note: Referees may use their net chain to plumb bob the antennas, but are to call upon event management to adjust the height of the net or referees stand.

PAST POINT OF EMPHASISLibero Uniform LEE BAH ROWThe libero must wear a jersey that is immediately recognized from all angles as being in clear contrast to and distinct from her teammates, as determined by the first referee.

Note: The liberos shorts must be identical to her teammates.

PAST POINT OF EMPHASISBall Crossing the Net Pursuit Rule For pursuit rule to be used there must be at least 2 meters of free space between the pole and score table and behind the first referees platform. That measurement must take into consideration padding, walkways for fans, fans location on the first row of bleachers, etc.

Note: Mark 2 meters on the net chain.

PAST POINT OF EMPHASISTimeout AdministrationR2 warning whistle (loud blast) at 0:15If team(s) have not taken court at 0:05, R2 moves towards team(s) and verbally encourages them to take court; Come out please. (may toot whistle)Horn at 0:00 (R2 whistles if no horn is available) Both teams should have taken the court.R2 goes to position, signals # of timeouts taken by both teams (R1 mimics) and gives ready signal to R1.

Note: If both teams are ready the timeout may end early. Timer/R2 make sure the clock is stopped and the automatic horn is turned off.

PAST POINT OF EMPHASISTimeout Technique - issuing a delay sanction:If a team(s) remains in their huddle past 0:00 and the sounding of the horn (R2s whistle)The R2 should speak to the coach(es) to offer a warning; Coach please bring your team out.A blatant delay, after being instructed to take the court, should be immediately sanctioned without any more verbal warnings.

PAST POINT OF EMPHASISNote: This information should be included in a post match phone call that evening to your assigner.

PAST POINT OF EMPHASIS Scorekeeping; Potential ProblemsAny late calls, late substitution(s)/multiple substitutions or timeout requests, overrules, mind change, sanctions, or break from the norm, others?

Note: R2 Before reviewing a scoresheet, get the attention of the R1. Then turn it around. Did you get that ?There was a playover.Libero servingTake your time.Do you need more time?

PAST POINT OF EMPHASIS Scorekeeping; Reviewing the score sheetGo back at least 5 points to track scoreVerify timeouts takenDo the slashed numbers in the players column match the substitution counter?Have sanctions been correctly written?Make sure the running score matches the scoring section

Dont Panic. Take 10-15 seconds to process.R1 dont check out. Any more than 60 seconds to resolve, come down to help.

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What do I say now? Give the one right answer that follows the rule using the rules verbiage.Dont ignore, dont reprimand coaches.Dont say, That was a good call.Listen and respond to questions.Anticipate, and dont pre-empt.Be concise and accurate. (6 Words?)Practice to self.

PAST/2010 POINT OF EMPHASIS

Ball Handling Directive Guidelines;

Work for consistency in ball handling judgment. Only the contact point should be considered when judging legality. Outside influences such as player technique, spin, coaches expectations or crowd reaction should not be considered when judging the legality of the contact. There is no body/ball position or playing technique that automatically results in illegal contact.

Keep the Ball FlyingEliminate Personal Philosophies

PAST/2010 POINT OF EMPHASIS

Ball Handling Directive Guidelines;

An increase in continuation of play when judging second ball contacts*** that are directed to a teammate. A player in good position must play the ball without discernable double contact***. Less severe judgment is applied to a contact by a player who makes a challenging or spectacular play***. Mishandled balls resulting in a blatant fault should still be called, regardless of the challenging or spectacular nature of the play.

Call what you actually see. Trust yourself dont be influenced by outside factors.Anticipate, but never assume.Dont look ahead.Dont make the expected call.Did the ball play the player? If so its probably legal.An egregious fault should be called regardless of the challenging or spectacular nature of the play.

RightLeftBall Handling SummaryCan you see right-left or left-right?

Setter Save at or near top of the netA lot to consider?Opposing Blocker may cause the fault Ball Handling Problem AreasTwo-handed return to opponentBall Shields Players Hands

Non-setters who setJudge ALL Players by same criteria

Block/Net RecoveriesR1 Look for help on Blind Spots

Defining Spectacular or ChallengingWow Factor

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www.iowaconference.com/officials/volleyball.htmJV PROTOCOL 2 out of 3 to completion past 55 minutes; 55 minutes playing time if completion occurs before with mutual consent, place difference in minutes on clock/continuous playMATCH FEESPer Official $135 JV (2 out of 3)/VAR (3 out of 5)Per Official $115 JV or VAR (3 out of 5)Per Official $95 VAR Tournament or Triangular (3 out of 5); $100 CONF Tournament, $70 JV Tournament (2 out of 3)CONTRACT & GUIDELINESSIgn and Returnwww. arbitersports.comSIGN IN: EMAIL ADDRESSPASSWORD: ???CHECK SCHEDULE LAST LINE OF DEFENSECHECK SCHOOLS WEB SITE SCHEDULECONTACT YOUR PARTNER(S)Contact me immediately if there any discrepancies

RULE CHANGE 2010 - 11Playing Surface - 1.1.1.2, page 15 During timeouts and between sets, media personnel will be permitted on the court unless prohibited by the host institution or tournament director, but must not delay the resumption of play. Uniform Numbers - 7.1.2.8, page 41Once the lineup sheet has been submitted for the first set, players may not change numbers for the remainder of the match, unless the uniform is damaged.

RULE CHANGE 2010 - 11Pre-match Protocol 9.1.1.1, page 49 In a tournament situation, or (if both coaches agree) when a match follows another scheduled activity in the facility, the shared court time period of 41 minutes may be reduced to a minimum of 10 minutes. If a warm-up court in the same facility is available, the tournament director may direct it to be used for the shared court time rather than the competition court. The warm-up court must be regulation size, and include a net that meets the specifications in Rule 2.

RULE CHANGE 2010 - 11Deciding Set Coin Toss 9.2.4.4, page 51 At the end of the set before a deciding set, a representative from each team must immediately report for the deciding set coin toss; the players are released to their respective benches.

RULE CHANGE 2010 - 11Rotational Fault (Wrong Server) 13.2.3.1, page 70 When it is discovered that a wrong player is about to serve the ball, the scorekeeper must wait until the ball has been contacted for service, then report the fault to the referees.

Note: The scorekeeper will not be responsible for stopping play.

RULE CHANGE 2010 - 11Ball Crossing the Net (Pursuit Rule) 15.1.1.1, page 78 A ball that has crossed the net plane to the opponents free zone over or outside the antenna after a teams first contact or block may be played back to a teammate, provided a center line fault is not committed and the ball, when retrieved, crosses the net plane over or outside the antenna on the same side of the court. The opponent may not prevent this action. Note: A player is no longer restricted from crossing under the net or net cable to pursue the ball.

Bill Gates

RULE CHANGE 2010 - 11Playing Faults and Consequences - 8.1.3.1, page 45 A rally is the sequence of playing actions from the moment of the service contact by the server until the ball is out of play. A rally is completed when the playing actions result in a point awarded to either team.

RULE CHANGE 2010 - 11Team Lineup Submission 10.1.1.1, page 53 For the first set of the match, lineup sheets must be submitted no later than the three minute mark on the clock timing the pre-match warm-ups. - 10.1.1.7, page 54Changes may be made to the lineup sheet after it is submitted without penalty or substitution until the one minute mark.

Note: At the one minute mark lineups can be released to the official statisticians, announcer, and other appropriate parties.

RULE CHANGE 2010 - 11Game Interruptions - 11.2.6.3, page 58 Timeouts are allowed before the start of a set or after a completed rally. (Exception: Rule 11.3.5.1; Accident or Injury) - 11.3.3.1, page 59 Substitutions are allowed before the start of a set (See Rule 10.1.1.8) or after a completed rally. (Exception: Rule 11.3.5.1.)Note: Libero replacements and requests for interruptions (timeouts & substitutions) can only occur after a completed rally and before the first referees whistle for next service. A request for a lineup check may occur any time the ball is out of play.

RULE CHANGE 2010 - 1111.3.3.1, page 59 A team that is forced to rotate by actions other than a completed rally may also make a substitution request.

SIGNIFICANT EDITORIAL CHANGEEnd of Match 9.3, page 52 The handshake by players is optional.

Note: After the match point is awarded the First Referees whistles and gives end of match signal followed by another whistle motioning the teams to the centerline. Both referees and line judges are to leave the court immediately.

SIGNIFICANT EDITORIAL CHANGEIllegal Equipment/Jewelry 7.3.2, page 43 If a player on the court is wearing jewelry, an illegal uniform or illegal equipment, and removal of the illegal items causes a delay in play, a delay sanction is assessed.

SIGNIFICANT EDITORIAL CHANGEEvent Management page 103 Cheerleaders and Official Team Mascots are allowed to stay on one side throughout the match at NCAA Championship sites and will still be required to not interfere with the opposing/either team when using the court during timeouts and between sets.

2010 POINT OF EMPHASISOverlap

2010 POINT OF EMPHASISOverlap

2010 POINT OF EMPHASISBRA (Illegal Back Row Attack)BRB (Illegal Back Row Block)RO (Illegally Reaching Over the Net

2010 POINT OF EMPHASISBest PracticesCoach Meet and Greet before matchSignals: TouchIllegal BRAR2 TransitionInitial; help with 1st contact after serveSecondary; move to/away from ballGetting to side at fault is not requiredDelivering ball to first serverOne bounceBeckon vs. Music PlayingWait for music to endEngage Event Management

Lets PlayBeckon (whistlesignal) for serve when:Server has ballIn service area (or in free zone behind end line)Complete Scan, Center/R28 seconds for serve:Single tossNo requests for interruptions after beckon

Mechanics - SignalsClear, visible and executed away from the bodyHeld long enough to convey the callComplete fault signal before signaling pointUse the hand on the side of the team that commits the fault/makes request

Signal Sequence/TempoImmediateWhistlePointFaultPause 2-3 secsPause 2-3 secs.

Whistle TechniqueClear, sharp and authoritativeWhistle blown promptlyDifferent tones for different purposes (fault, TOs, subs, injury, etc.)Whistle to start playWhistle to stop play for faultWhistle to stop play for safety issue (injury, ball entering from another court, etc.)Separation of whistle and signal to authorize service

R2 MechanicsFocus on receiving team at serviceTransition to blockers' side during rally move immediately on contact of service, and quickly throughout rallyDrop inside foot step back to angle body towards netAfter play, step away from pole to signal fault or mimic first refereeIf R2 whistles fault, step to the side of the team at fault

R2 ScanScan both benches during dead balls for timeouts, substitutions, or other needed communicationsServe and protect the first referee, especially as first response to coaches concernsBe proactive in anticipating if a coach will have a concern about a close call or non-call. Go to the coach to diffuse an outburst. Be a good listener. Succinctly respond and end with lets play, and give the court back to the First Referee.After lets play the coach risks a card with further interruptions.

Substitution TechniqueAdminister from the normal work area but allow the scorekeeper clear view of the subsA team with multiple substitutions - only one incoming substitute can be in the substitution zone at a time All subs must wait to see the authorization to enter signal from the R2 (warn once, then deny sub/Team Delay)R2 then releases subs and repeat sub numbers to scorekeeper as needed (new scorer - #s first, record then release)Go to position, then scan both benches to ensure readiness to proceedSignal ready to R1 to initiate play

OTP NotesCyberspace is getting big; Be careful what you write.

Cell Phones; Only time at court if partner has travel issues, inform event management/coachesNJCAA; No Expulsions, DQ for remainder of match and next match Use safe signal sparingly

Have A Great Season!Questions?

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