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Two-Man Mechanics

Two-Man Mechanics. Welcome. Definitions. Lead official Trail official Bench official Wing official Faceoff official On official Off official. Mechanics. The Mission of our Mechanics.

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Two-Man Mechanics

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  1. Two-Man Mechanics

  2. Welcome

  3. Definitions • Lead official • Trail official • Bench official • Wing official • Faceoff official • On official • Off official

  4. Mechanics

  5. The Mission of our Mechanics Mechanics put officials in the best position to make the calls that allow us to keep the game safe and fair by using methods that are easily applied in a consistent manner.

  6. Pre-gameKey Tips • Allow at least 20-30 minutes before the game • Cover the basics • Once you are on the field – you are on the clock! • Be THE professional

  7. Facing Off

  8. Facing Off Key Tips • Communicate • Don’t take too long • Vary your positioning • Remain completely still • Stay in tight after the whistle

  9. Facing Off(Ball Going Left – Far-side Official Facing Off) M1 M1 B L A1 “Possession” D1 D1 A1 D2 M2 D2 G G A2 M2 A2 F/O T “Possession” A3 D3 D3 A3 M3 M3

  10. Facing Off(Ball Going Right – Far-side Official Facing Off) M1 M1 B T A1 “Possession” D1 D1 A1 M2 D2 D2 M2 G G A2 A2 L F/O “Possession” A3 D3 D3 A3 M3 M3

  11. Facing Off(Ball Going Left – Bench-side Official Facing Off) M1 M1 A1 “Possession” D1 D1 A1 F/O L D2 M2 D2 G G A2 M2 A2 “Possession” A3 D3 D3 A3 T W M3 M3

  12. Facing Off(Ball Going Right – Bench-side Official Facing Off) M1 M1 A1 “Possession” D1 D1 A1 F/O T M2 D2 D2 M2 G G A2 A2 “Possession” A3 D3 D3 A3 W L M3 M3

  13. Facing Off Face-off Issues

  14. General Gameplay Mechanics

  15. Settled SituationsKey Tips • Keep the ball in front of you • Anticipate what’s next • Adjust your positioning as needed • Eye contact and non-verbal communication with your partner

  16. Settled SituationsOn/Off Ball Officiating T M3 M1 A3 M2 A1 G L A2

  17. Settled SituationsGoal Scored T M3 M1 A3 M2 A1 G A2 L

  18. Out of BoundsWhistle for Out of Bounds LEAD TRAIL

  19. RestartsKey Tips • BOTH officials count BOTH teams • Make eye contact with your partner before any restart • Always be pointing • Stop sign • Direction of play if ready • Communicate with players if necessary

  20. RestartsSettled Situation Restarts

  21. RestartsRestarts in Transition

  22. TransitionKey Tips Lead • Stay one line ahead of the ball • Position your body to keep majority of play in front of you • Run to your spot and let the play come to you Trail • Count players AHEAD of you • Don’t lag too far behind the play • Anticipate where the play is going

  23. TransitionSlow Clear D2 M1 A1 L T D1 G M2 A2 D3 M3 A3 L T

  24. TransitionFastbreak D2 M1 A1 L T D1 G M2 A2 D3 M3 A3 L T

  25. TimeoutsKey Tips • Be aware of the situation • Take your time – keep your head up • Watch players cross to their benches • Come together as a crew • Keep your eyes on the benches

  26. Timeouts M8 A5 A4 M5 D4 D6 HC HC “Timeout!” M1 T M1 A1 D1 D2 M2 A2 M2 A1 D2 G G A2 D1 M3 A3 M3 D3 D3 A3 L

  27. Penalty Enforcement

  28. Penalty EnforcementKey Tips • Relay to partner first • If multiple flags, come together first • Trail official reports to table • Use C-NOTE • Lead official get ball ready for play • Count both teams before restart

  29. Penalty SituationsFlag Down “Flag Down” T M3 M1 M2 D5 M1 A3 M2 D4 A1 D2 D1 G L “Flag Down” D3 A2

  30. Pre-gameKey Tips • Allow at least 20-30 minutes before the game • Cover the basics • Once you are on the field – you are on the clock! • Be THE professional

  31. Coin Toss VISITOR HOME C C C CC U R C CC C C

  32. Lineup • Teams left shoulder towards goal they are defending • In-homes in? • Equipped? • 20 Players? • Make your speech quick

  33. Equipment ChecksKey Tips • Don’t rush • Make sure you know what team and # each stick belongs to • Go away from the teams • One official keeps eyes on the benches • If illegal, be clear on what the infraction is • Fixable or not?

  34. Equipment Checks M8 A5 A4 M5 D4 D6 HC HC M1 T M1 A1 D1 D2 M2 A2 M2 A1 D2 G G A2 D1 M3 A3 M3 D3 D3 A3 L

  35. Fight Procedures • Unfortunately, IT happens • Try and remain calm • Get on your whistle • One official needs to freeze the benches • Only separate if you feel safe to do so • Come together and take a breath before adjudicating penalties, resuming play, etc…

  36. Tips for Success Each assignment you work is an audition Look the part – dress, demeanor, discipline.

  37. Tips for Success Mistakes are made and we make them every game. If you make one, make it for the right reason. If you clearly have made one, own up!

  38. Tips for Success Impersonations won’t work. You referee who you are. (By the way, who are you?)

  39. Tips for Success It takes a support team to reach the higher elevations. Remember where you came from and who broke the trail for you.

  40. Tips for Success Fair-minded, accountable, decisive: the hallmarks of the very finest officials…(and leaders). In the crucible of officiating you mold and temper skills for a lifetime.

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