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Xtreme South Football League Xtreme South Football League 5 Man Mechanics 5 Man Mechanics
Edited by David Smith
Director of Officials
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XSFL Mechanics – 5 man Mechanics – 5 man
Coin TossCoin Toss
Breaking the StarBreaking the Star
Before KickoffBefore Kickoff
After KickoffAfter Kickoff
Basic Scrimmage PositionBasic Scrimmage Position
Prior to the SnapPrior to the Snap
Running PlaysRunning Plays
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XSFL Mechanics 5 man Mechanics 5 man (cont’d) (cont’d)
Passing PlaysPassing Plays
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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Coin Toss
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
R
LJ
H
Referee / UmpirePosition on the 45 yard lines on press box side.
R on the right hand side facing mid field.
When LJ and BJ have captains ready, Jog out to middle of field together
U
BJ
PRESS BOX
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Coin Toss
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
R
LJ
H
Referee Will motion for Captains to come out
BJ / LJHave captains aligned with speaking captain on end next to Referee Escort Captains to the top of the numbers
Release captains on to R / U
Then move over to the 50 at top of the numbers
U
BJ
PRESS BOX
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Star Positions
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
RH
Line JudgeWill bring football in from the home team side and give to Back Judge
After final instructions from Referee
ALL Break and hustle to Kickoff Positions
BJ
U
PRESS BOX
LJ
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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’s free-kick line
Hand ball to kicker and advise Referee location.
Inform K to wait for RFP signal
Count K Players
Move to sideline on press box side
Hold hand in the air to inform Referee when ready
PRESS BOX
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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 on press box side
Count R Players
Ensure coaches, players, substitutes are in proper location
Hold hand in air to inform Referee when ready
PRESS BOX
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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 R’s 10 yard line with line-to-gain equipment
Ensure coaches, players, substitutes and others in proper location
Count R Players
Hold hand in the air to inform Referee when ready
PRESS BOX
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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
UmpireMove to R’s Free Kick line opposite the press box on side line
Ensure coaches, players, substitutes and others in proper location
Count K players and signal to Back Judge
Hold arm in air to inform Referee when ready
PRESS BOX
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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
R
LJ
H
RefereePosition near R’s 5 yard line center of field
Count R Players signal to H and L
Check other officials in position and signal ball ready for play
Make sure K has at least 4 players on either side of ball when kicked
U
BJ
PRESS BOX
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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
RefereeKicks middle, start clock when kick is touched (other than first touching by K)
Cover goal line
Pick up runner and follow until released to covering official
Watch blocks
No more than 2 players may be wedge blocking for R
If Kick is caught in end zone it may be returned
R
PRESS BOX
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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
If kick touches ground then goes into end zone or receiver catches in end zone and takes a knee, move in front of receiver, sound whistle, signal touchback
Kicks outside inbounds lines, move cautiously with play
Observe actions behind play and clean up. Watch blocks
R
PRESS BOX
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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 deep kicks to corner move toward pillion to rule on kick OOB or Touchback
observe blocks on 2 widest K players on your side
On kicks middle or your side, start Clock when kick is touched (other than first touching by K) observe blocks on 2 widest K players on your side
Pick up runner and follow until released to Back Judge
Kicks opposite side, move cautiously with play observe actions behind play and clean up
LJ BJ
PRESS BOX
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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
LinesmanOn deep kicks to corner move toward pillion to rule on kick OOB or Touchback
On kicks middle or your side, start Clock when kick is touched (other than first touching by K) observe blocks on 2 widest K players to your side
Pick up runner and follow until released to Umpire
Kicks opposite side, move cautiously with play observe actions behind play and clean up
H U
PRESS BOX
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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 (LBF drop flag)
Be Alert for first touching by K prior to R’s free-kick line and bean bag if necessary
Determine if kick goes OOB and flag if not touched by R
Pick up runner from Linesman on long runs
U
PRESS BOX
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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 (Stay wide)
Observe action of players in your area watch for fouls away from the ball
Help Back Judge with goal line on long runs
PRESS BOX
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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
BJ
Back JudgeWatch for off sides by the kicking team (LBF drop flag)
Watch action on or by kicker (Cheep Shots)
Determine if kick goes OOB and flag if not touched by R
Move down sideline while watching for fouls
Keep spacing with Line Judge
Pick up runner from Line judge
responsibility for the goal line on long returns
LJ
PRESS BOX
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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
R
LJ
H
AlignmentUmpire will move up to Kickers free kick line Opposite the press box with BJ
H / LJ will move up to Receivers free kick line
Be alert for first touching with bean bag in hand raise hand when ready
Referee take normal position deep. Check that all officials are ready, then give RFP
U
BJ
PRESS BOX
Obvious Onside Kick
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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 14 – 16 yards behind LOS* on Throwing arm side of QB outside TE
Must be able to view tackle on your side** and football
Keys Snap, Tackle, Ball
Umpire5 to 8 yards off ball as to not interfere with vision or movement of Linebackers or 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 Judge25 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 signal to Umpire
Check that all A players are 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 signal to Referee
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
Keys center and two guards
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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 fist 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 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 no more than 4 in the backfield
Help in determining false start, encroachment, interference with snap
Count players of team on your sideline and be alert for illegal substitutes signal to Back judge when on Defense
1
2
Prior to Snap (All Plays)
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LJ
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G 1 0 2 0 3 0
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
Back JudgeResponsible for 25 / 40 second count
Provide a visible count of the last 5 seconds when 25 / 40 second field clock is not utilized
Count B players signal to Linesman or Line Judge witch ever team is on Defense
Turn stance slightly to strength of formation Linesman and Line Judge will key off of you to determine their keys for pass coverage
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 FormationThese are initial keys until play develops then use man/zone/man coverage
general zones are shown here
When no strength is declared, Line Judge side considered strength
Back Judge Key: End Line Judge side with Zone
Linesman Key: End on his side with Zone
Line Judge Key: First back out to his side with Zone
Keys and Priorities (All Plays)
BJ
LJ
H
Line Judge ZoneLine Judge Zone
Linesman ZoneLinesman Zone
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G 1 0 2 0 3 0
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
Strength to LinesmanBack Judge Key: Widest Receiver on Lineman’s side
Linesman Key: Second receiver in on his side
Line Judge Key: End his side
Man/zone/man as play develops
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: Widest Receiver on Line Judge side
Linesman Key: End his side
Line Judge Key: Second Receiver in on his side of formation
Man Zone Man as play develops
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 side
Line Judge Key: Inside receiver his side formation
Man Zone Man as play develops
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
“Spread FormationNote: Formation is balanced Back Judge favors Line Judge side
Back Judge Key: Two outside receivers
Linesman Key: End to his side
Line Judge Key: End to his side
Man Zone Man as play develops
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 Linesman
Motion to Line Judge
Back Judge Key: Change to Man in Motion keeps him all the way
Linesman Key: Change to End his side
Line Judge Key: End his side
Note H has motion man turning up before the snap. His initial move was away from H. He will keep this responsibility until the snap. Reverse if motion the other way
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
Note: Back Judge turns to Line Judge side to indicate strength and coverage change
Linesman: Switches to end on his side when motion man crosses centerLine Judge: Keeps end on his side
Back Judge: switches from end on Linesman side to motion man when he crosses center
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 Snap then tackle to your side for initial run/pass read
Responsible for QB and action around him to the neutral zone
Assist Umpire with watching blocks at point of attack on LOS
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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.
If runner goes out of bounds near LOS assist with bringing players and football back onto field
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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. First Down
If Offense is substituting players hold Umpire over ball with both fists extended to give Defense time to match up
Make sure all officials ready to go before signaling ball ready for play
Note: Ready for Play not necessary when 40 Second play clock is running
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Running Play
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
U
UmpireKey Center and two guards
Read 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 hold spot and watch action 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 down field be ready for reverse action
Observe action behind play
Be ready to help with forward progress spot Accordion in after play to clean up action, then move back to position on sideline
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Running Play
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
LJ
Line JudgeAction toward youWork 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 first down. When out of bounds hold spot and watch action 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 down field ready for reverse action
Observe action behind play
Be ready to help with forward progress spot
If the dead ball spot is near or beyond the line to gain stop clock Accordion in after play to clean up, then move back to position on sideline
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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
Work play to sideline and move into dead ball area assisting covering official
On out of bounds runs hustle over to assist with getting players and ball back onto field
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 tackle to your side
Watch blocking
Remain wider and deeper than passer
If QB scrambles go with him he is your main responsibility
After pass released, verbally alert defenders and observe action on passer not ball Help 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 or outside tackle box
Continue to observe action behind neutral zone before leaving
Note: It is not intentional grounding if passer is outside tackle box and pass must cross LOS
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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
Umpire assisted pass coverage
Zone
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Passing Plays
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
H
Linesman & Line JudgeObserve offense for illegal formation and ineligible receivers.
Watch initial action off line for defensive holding especially if defender is pressing
Move downfield cautiously (7-10 yards) on passes . Be ready to adjust back for run
Be ready to rule on pass incomplete / complete and interference
Note: You have out of bounds and spot all the way to goal line
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 5 yards behind and 7 to 9 yards on kicking foot side of kicker turned at a 45 degree angle toward snapper
Be able to see ball, backs and blocks
Watch for fouls behind neutral zone and roughing / running into kicker
Be alert for blocked kicks and recovery
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
RefereeAfter ball crosses neutral zone, observe line play and move down field slowly
Be ready to pick up runner on long returns and continue with him to goal line
Note: Referee has goal line on blocked kicks and long kick returns
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
Referee
If ball kicked out of bounds in flight, move to spot where ball was kicked from and raise arm to assist the covering official with out of bounds spot
If 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 7-9 yards deep, on Line Judge side 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 if not punch back to let everyone know that ball may be advanced by either team.
Hold line-of-scrimmage until ball crosses then move slowly down field and keep spacing with Back Judge on long return assist with Goal line coverage.
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
Linesman
Help 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
LinesmanObserve blocks on 2 widest players on kicking team
Routine kick, move downfield cautiously observe action in front of ball carrier
Move with runner to your sideline and follow to 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
Initial Position on line of scrimmage
Move down field after snap. Observe blocks on 2 widest players on kicking team
Mark end of short kicks to your side only drop bean bag if in side zone right in front of you
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
LJLine 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
LJLine Judge
If 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 after kick is complete (know when Kick ends), and mark spot
If muffed, sound whistle when ball is recovered. Clean up rough play
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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 5 yards behind deepest receiver and 5-7 yards to Linesman side of field and in position to cover goal line
Carry bean bag in hand
Be ready to rule on momentum inside 5 yard line
Observe action by receivers (valid or invalid fair catch signals)
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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 JudgeDrop 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
If K first to touch, mark spot of first touching with bean bag
If fair catch is signaled, after kick is complete sound whistle (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 even with and 7-9 yards to side of kicker facing holder turn at 45 toward the snapper
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 (Do not fallow the ball)
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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
RefereeAll field goal’s and try’s are live balls in the XSFL be ready to cover goal line at other on fire plays of if kick is blocked
Signal score or no score after receiving signal from Back Judge / Line Judge
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Field Goal and Try Attempts (all)
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
U
UmpirePosition 5-7 yards deep on Line Judge side keeping ball in view
Check numbering exceptions
After snap, step toward neutral zone watching for roughing the snapper.
After kick crosses end line move in to break up rough play
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Field Goal and Try Attempts
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
H
LJ /BJ
Initial positions under uprights. Rule on kick to your upright. BJ has cross bar, and sounds whistle when ball crosses end line
Signal score for successful or unsuccessful for no score
Linesman
Position on line of scrimmage. Watch line play
ALL If run or pass develops handle as goal line play
BJR
ULJ
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Field Goal and Try Attempts (all)
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
BJ
Back Judge
Position under uprights with LJ
Sound whistle when ball crosses plane of end line 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
If field goal bounces across goal line sound whistle and signal touchback
LJ
Inside 25 yard line
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Field Goal Attempt 25 yard line +
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
Back JudgeInitial position will be in center of Crossbar
Will have responsibility of BOTH uprights!
BJ will slide to challenged upright to make appropriate ruling
H/LJ will have “normal” LOS positions
BJ
H
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Goal-Line Plays (Inside 10 yards)
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
R
Referee
Same Coverage as Running and Passing Plays.
Umpire
Move to goal line AFTER ball is snapped depending on initial position. Do not give touchdown signal. communicate with wing officials if you know score was made
H / L J
Move to goal line and work back on play
Referee has goal line on change of position
U
H
LJ
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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
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Measurement
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
G 1 0 2 0 3 0
U
Line JudgeAlign Linesman up with line and ball on chain side of ballBack JudgePlace down box at front rod to hold spot of chains as back up
LinesmanClip chains on back side of line. Walk chains out, place clip on line and hold
UmpireAfter Linesman ready, pull chain
RefereeDetermine if ball is across line-to-gain
H
RLJ
BJ
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