To keep the ball in sight during ball contact with player(s) or equipment, including the ‘pancake’ dig. Better observe a ball crossing the net near an antenna. 3) Signaling – back to erect standing position, with flag used to indicate detected fault (if no fault, you revert to the relaxed position)ĭuring a rally, line judges may need to move from their assigned locations – this is usually to: Avoid interfering with players playing the ball. 2) Ready position – higher knee bend, athletic position with feet shoulder width apart, one foot in front of the other as play progresses this transitions to a deeper knee bend and allows for movement as necessary. There are essentially three positions when line judging: 1) Relaxed – feet close together, standing erect, flag held down at the waist with both hands. The graphic below shows how line judges should position themselves on the court. Once a line judge has an established his/her position, they retain it for the entire match. Line Judges stand at the corners of the court closest to the right hand of each referee, diagonally in the corner. Line Judge positions are assigned to each Line Judge by the First Referee prior to the match. Used when the line judge is unable to evaluate a fault within their jurisdiction Example: When a player blocks your view of the play. Signal #5 “Impossible to Judge” Place both arms across the chest forming an “X”. Signaled by the line judge who is responsible for the line where the infraction takes place. Used when the ball crosses the vertical plane of the net partially or completely outside the antenna into the opponent’s court OR it touches net features outside the antenna OR when the server faults OR when a player is outside their own court at the moment of the service hit. Signal #4 “Foot Fault” or “Ball Outside Antenna” Wave the flag over the head and point to the antenna or the end line. Signaled by the line judge who controls the line nearest to where the ball touches the floor. Used when the ball is touched by the blocker(s) or a player of the receiving/ defending team and then touches the floor outside of the boundary lines on the same side OR when a team has played the ball and it lands out on their own side. Signal #3 “Ball Touched” Raise the flag and touch the top of the flag with the palm of the free hand. Used to indicate the ball touching the ropes, posts, or net itself outside the side bands. Used to indicate the ball touching an object outside the court, the ceiling or a person out of play. Used when the part of the ball that touches the floor lands completely outside the boundary lines. Signal #2 “Out” Point straight up with the flag. Used when the ball touches the playing court, including the boundary lines. Signal #1 – Ball “In” Flag in the hand held outward at a 45 degree angle. (and repeated if required) Communication with the officiating crew is paramount. The signal must be quick, sharp, and held for a moment. Signals are to be shown clearly so that the referee, the players, coaches, and spectators can understand the call being made. Listen carefully to the first referee’s instructions and ask questions if necessary for clarification.Ħ Line Judge Signals Signals used must be those approved by the NFHS and/or NCHSAA. The first referee will also let the Line Judges know what they are looking for and give line assignments. These instructions cover all facets of game management. showing up on time, proper uniform, honoring assignments, etc.).īefore the match begins, the first referee will give instructions to the crew. Line Judges also need to adhere to established guidelines (i.e. PROFESSIONALISM) Line Judges must show exemplary conduct throughout the competition (including before, during, and after the match!). Line Judges have to maintain the same image as other match officials inside and outside the competition area. That we are one of the spokes in the overall wheel of officiating in a match. Line Judges have to be prepared, knowing our responsibilities and fulfilling our role to the best of our ability. Line judges play an essential role in supervising the match along with the other officials. Please review the following slides to become familiar with the procedures of line judging. These slides are intended to aid you in performing your duties as a Line Judge more effectively. 2 Introduction Welcome to the SAOA’s Volleyball Line Judge Training program.
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