Pre-season Meeting 2August 21, 2012

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

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

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

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 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

1

2

Prior to Snap (All Plays)

34 5

6

7

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

H

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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

50

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

LJ

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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

U

LJ

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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

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

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

54

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

69

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

70

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

71

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

72

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

73

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

74

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

75

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

76

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

77

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.

79

Use of penalty markerLive ball foulShoulder height; know which fouls require a spot and which don't.

80

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.

81

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.

82

Administering penaltiesUmpireSecure game ball.

Review enforcement with referee.

Mark off penalty.

Check with head linesman before putting the ball down.

83

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.

84

Crew Signals

Two sticks 11 players Snapper protection

Unbalanced Play OOB Backward pass orplayer off the line

85

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

86

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

87

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.