Basketball Referee Signals Quiz & Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What does 'start clock' refer to?

Signal for a foul

Signal for a timeout

Signal to stop the game clock

Signal to begin the game clock (correct)

What does 'stop clock' mean?

Signal for a player foul

Signal to pause the game clock (correct)

Signal to end the game

Signal for a team's timeout

When do referees use the 'stop clock for jump/held ball' signal?

To signal a timeout

To indicate a foul

When the ball is out of bounds

When players are tied up and a jump ball is called (correct)

What does the 'stop clock for foul' signal indicate?

A player has committed a foul Signup and view all the answers

What does a '60-second time-out' signal look like?

Hands extended out and folded back in repeatedly Signup and view all the answers

What denotes a '30-second time-out'?

Hands touch shoulders Signup and view all the answers

What does the signal for 'not closely guarded' look like?

Hands extended out Signup and view all the answers

How is 'traveling' indicated by referees?

Hands in a fist rolled in a circle Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'player-control foul' signal indicate?

An offensive player has committed a foul Signup and view all the answers

What does 'blocking' look like for referees?

Hands on hips Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Basketball Referee Signals

Start Clock: Signal to begin timing the game.
Stop Clock: Indication to halt the game clock.
Stop Clock for Jump/Held Ball: Signal used when a jump ball or held ball situation arises.
Stop Clock for Foul: A signal to pause the clock due to a foul call.
Stop Clock for Foul (Optional Bird Dog): Similar to other foul signals; may include assistance from another official.
Directional Signal: Refers to a check sheet for indicating the direction of play or violation.
Designated Spot: Reference the specific area on the court for free throws or throw-ins.
Visible Courts: A method for signaling that includes moving a hand back and forth, checked against a reference sheet.
Beckoning Substitutes: A signal to indicate to players that substitutions are allowed.
60-second Time-out: Hands extended and folded back in a repeating motion to signal a full time-out.
30-second Time-out: Hands touching shoulders to signal a shorter time-out.
Not Closely Guarded: Hands extended out to signal that a player is not being closely guarded.
No Score: Utilizes a check sheet for signaling that a shot was not successful.
Goal Counts: Signal indicating that the shot successfully counts towards the score.
Point(s) Scored: Use of one or two fingers to indicate the number of points scored after confirming a goal.
3 Point Field Goal Attempt: Signal for indicating attempts and outcomes of three-point shots.
Bonus Free Throw for 2nd Throw: Varies the signal based on number of attempts indicated (e.g., drop one arm for two throws).
Delayed Lane Violation: A signal indicating a violation occurring in the lane, typically held until ready to call.
Traveling: A signal executed by moving hands in a circular fist motion.
Illegal Dribble: Indicates a violation related to improper dribbling actions.
Palming/Carrying the Ball: Signal for illegal handling of the basketball.
Over and Back: A situation where the ball crosses back into the backcourt after being in the frontcourt.
3-Second Violation: Signal involves running an open hand along the baseline.
5-Second Violation: Indicates that a player has exceeded the allowed time to make a particular play.
10-Second Violation: A signal indicating that the team failed to advance the ball past half court.
Excessively Swinging Arm(s)/Elbow(s): A signal for a foul involving unnecessary contact with limbs.
Kicking: Signaled by mimicking a leg kicking motion.
Illegal Use of Hand: Indicates a foul that involves improper usage of hands.
Hand Check: Involves signaling a foul for overly aggressive use of hands to impede progress.
Holding: A signal where one hand is held at the wrist while the other forms a fist.
Blocking: Hands placed on hips to indicate a blocking foul.
Pushing: Two hands placed in front of the referee to signal a push foul.
Player-Control Foul: A foul called against the player in possession of the ball.
Team-Control Foul: A foul committed by the team when they are in possession, impacting play.
Intentional Foul: A deliberate foul to disrupt the opposing team’s play.
Double Foul: A foul called on two opposing players simultaneously.
Technical Foul: A violation of game conduct, often resulting in free throws for the opposing team.

Description

Test your knowledge of basketball referee signals with these flashcards. Each card focuses on a specific signal, helping you to understand the meanings and proper use in a game. Perfect for referees or basketball enthusiasts looking to improve their officiating skills.