As part of pre-match checking net & game balls – touch base with the HOME coach
Ask how (s)he prefers warm-ups (HOME team gets to choose this)
Remind HOME team that they are to provide the work crew (might ask visiting team to split line judges)
Ask about playable areas and obstructions
Ask about pregame announcements / introductions / Sr Nite activities…
Even before arriving always call or email the school the day of the game to confirm game details
During Coin toss meeting, be sure VISITING team knows info gathered above
At 30 minutes prior to game time set score clock for 20:00 to time the warm-ups
During the warm-up period is the time to MEET & TRAIN your fellow workers
SCOREKEEPER – Start here for two reasons. 1. They usually start the running clock & 2. It is most important ( to you ) that they are competent at scorekeeping.
How can you tell if the scorekeeper is competent? What can you do about it?
How many scorekeepers can sit at the table (helpers??)
What version of scorebook do they HAVE to use. What Info is mandatory for NFHS
How do the scorekeepers record cards & penalties??
Let the scorekeeper know what to do if something is out of order. Score in book is official
End with importance of the ‘official record of the game’
DO YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS??
TIMER– Set the clock for warm-up and start the clock after the coin toss
Practice adding and removing points if needed
When to sound horns (if ever)
Watch for my arm before putting points on the board (touches/nets)
Have them assist Scorekeeper record subs and points if needed (verbally)
LIBERO TRACKER – Is it required? Who provides them?
Explain entering line-ups & tracking subs
Explain helping the scorekeeper
Watch end of rally closely because of quick switches (& double switches)
End with what HAS TO happen with exchanges (and what to do if it’s wrong) Show sample if necessary.
When Timeout is called let the R2 know if Liberos were on the court.
DO YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS??
LINE JUDGES – Other than R2, these are your 2 best friends during the match
Meet with ALL line judges at one time. Try to have same two LJ to work the entire match.
Start with easy stuff, where to stand, how to call in & out
Always be ready to make a call, & make the call if it’s within 2-3 feet of a line.
Show how to call outside antennae (both of them), and Foot faults
Show touch signal ( at the net and also near the back line)
Sometimes R1 overrules you – it’s not personal, I just had a different view of it
Don’t let others influence your call – let the R2 know if you are getting harassed
During timeouts come stand with me near the R1 stand.
Lastly if the match is close, call EVERYTHING for the last 8-10 points
