This sublesson explains the responsibilities of Lead, Trail, and Center/Slot positions. Each position has a purpose, priority, and set of plays it is best designed to officiate. Knowing your role helps eliminate overlap and missed calls. Strong crews are built on officials who trust their position and their partners.


Crew Structure & Mechanics

2-Person Mechanics

3-Person Mechanics

Crew Chief / Referee

Umpire (U1)

Umpire (U2)


Officials’ Positions & Personnel / Jurisdiction

Lead

Trail

Center / Slot

Primary Official

Secondary Official

Official Scorer / Scorekeeper

Timer


Elastic Power