4.6.2 Possible mistakes and solutions
Mistakes can be corrected at any time before the referee signs the scoresheet at the end of the game, even if this correction influences the result of the game. The referees must sign next to the correction and report the error to the organisers of the game, by recording this on the back of the scoresheet.
Corrections on the scoresheet must be done clearly to preserve the readability of the scoresheet and by using common sense according to the true sequence of the events.
If a mistake is discovered by the scorer:
During the game, the scorer must wait for the first dead ball when the game clock is stopped, before sounding his signal and reporting the error to the referees. It is important to note that the referee is to be advised prior to any correction occurring. When the correction is complete the referee shall check it with a little signature with DARK pen as shown in the following examples.
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The scorer could make the following mistakes:
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Three-point goal recorded as two points. |
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the error and then record the correct score in the |
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Case 2: More points recorded |
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Case 3: Recorded points for the incorrect team. |
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Case 4: Wrong period score |
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This shall be simply corrected as shown in the |
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If a mistake is discovered by the scorer:
At the end of the playing time and before the scoresheet has been signed by the referee, the error should be corrected, even if this correction influences the result of the game. The referee must sign next to the correction and report the error to the organisers of the game, on the back of the scoresheet.
After the referee has signed the scoresheet, any errors cannot be corrected. The referee or com-missioner, if present, must send a detailed report to the organising committee of the competition.