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  • UConn’s Dan Hurley Berated Referee for Walking Away From Him During Heated Outburst


    Danny Hurley blew up on an official again on Tuesday night and this time he reminded the offending referee of just how good a coach he is.

    During a dead ball with 2:58 left in the first half of UConn’s matchup with Butler, Hurley wanted to talk to one of the game’s officials. He yelled at said official, who proceeded to turn and walk away. That only set Hurley off more. He then unleashed a quote that is sure to live on for a while.

    As the official walked away, Hurley appeared to say, “What are you doing to me? Don’t you big time me, I’m the best coach in the f—ing sport.” I’m not a professional lip reader but it was pretty clear that’s at least very close to the actual quote.

    Judge for yourself:

    Hurley is likely the best coach in college basketball right now and his back-to-back national championships make that case for him. But that doesn’t mean he should say it out loud on national television.

    This is nowhere near the first time Hurley has exploded on officials or that his on-court antics have been questionable. College basketball fans are a bit fed up with how he acts during games and after. This will only add fuel to that fire.





    In a recent game, UConn’s head coach Dan Hurley was caught on camera berating a referee for walking away from him during a heated outburst. The incident occurred after a controversial call that didn’t go in UConn’s favor, and Hurley was clearly frustrated with the referee’s decision.

    Hurley could be seen yelling and pointing at the referee, demanding an explanation for the call. However, the referee appeared to try to diffuse the situation by walking away, which only seemed to further infuriate Hurley.

    The video quickly went viral on social media, with many fans and analysts criticizing Hurley for his behavior. Some argued that his actions were unprofessional and disrespectful, while others defended Hurley for standing up for his team.

    Regardless of where you stand on the issue, it’s clear that emotions were running high in the heat of the moment. It will be interesting to see if any disciplinary action is taken against Hurley for his outburst, or if he will issue an apology for his behavior. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.

    Tags:

    1. UConn basketball coach Dan Hurley
    2. Referee confrontation
    3. Heated outburst
    4. College basketball controversy
    5. UConn Huskies
    6. NCAA basketball news
    7. Dan Hurley outburst
    8. Referee dispute
    9. UConn coach controversy
    10. College hoops drama

    #UConns #Dan #Hurley #Berated #Referee #Walking #Heated #Outburst

  • Shawn Smith is likely to be named Super Bowl LIX referee – Football Zebras


    Football Zebras analysis

    As the officiating assignments for the Divisional Playoffs have been announced, there is one referee to watch this weekend, as he warms up for a potential Super Bowl assignment.

    With reasonable certainty, Football Zebras has determined that Shawn Smith will be the referee of Super Bowl LIX. This determination, as well as the determination of the remaining crew members, was made based on postseason assignment patterns that have been in place for over a decade. Most notably, the Super Bowl officials are selected from the pool of 28 on-field officials who worked the Divisional Playoffs.

    These minimum qualifications apply for Super Bowl officials:

    Referee

    • 5 years of NFL experience
    • 3 years as NFL referee
    • 1 postseason game as a referee in a previous season

    Other positions

    • 5 years of NFL experience
    • Postseason experience of either:
      • 1 career conference championship game
      • 3 playoff-qualifying seasons in the previous 5 years

    Some officials on the field this weekend have also worked as alternate officials in the Wild Card round last week. Super Bowl officials, in the current assignment pattern, do not have that third postseason assignment.

    Using these patterns and procedures, we can determine the likely officials to be on the field in New Orleans on February 9.

    Smith was ranked high by the Football Zebras editorial staff, and his assignment to the Divisional Playoffs only solidifies the choice. All four referees working are eligible for a Super Bowl, with Smith and Clay Martin looking for their first, but our sources have not given any reason to change our initial consensus. There is always a backup assigned in case of injury or major controversy, and that appears to be three-time Super Bowl referee Carl Cheffers.

    At the umpire position, the choice is pretty academic. Bryan Neale is the only umpire working the Divisional Playoffs who is qualified to work the Super Bowl. Neale was on the crew for Super Bowl LVI.

    Because the referee-umpire tandem advances to the Super Bowl (with one exception) this further anchors Smith’s chances. Both are working the Rams-Eagles divisional game.

    The certainty can be applied to the down judge position: Kent Payne is the only one at the position qualified, meaning he is about to be assigned to his fourth Super Bowl.

    At line judge, there are three perennial postseason officials — the fourth is only in his first playoff-eligible season — so this could go in any direction. All three have not been to the Super Bowl yet, and we give a slight edge to Tim Podraza.

    Field judge Merle Robinson is the only Divisional round official at his position to not work as an alternate last week. Super Bowl officials do not typically work three postseason games, so this fact alone makes him the frontrunner, which is also borne out by his on-field performance this season. Robinson is working the same sideline as Podraza this weekend, and it’s possible that the league elevates the sideline tandem to the big game.

    Side judge Boris Cheek — who just became the new standard bearer as the official to work the most games in NFL history — is also the only at his position, after removing ineligible officials and alternates from the Wild Card Playoffs. This would also be his fourth Super Bowl.

    At the back judge are 10-year official Jonah Monroe and Greg Yette in his 15th season. Who is the frontrunner? “The internal debate is 50/50” between the two, one officiating source characterized discussions among the officiating staff. Narrowly, we select Monroe, but this really could be Yette’s season.

    Projected crew

    With that in mind, our likely Super Bowl crew is as follows:

    R 14 Shawn Smith 10   9 5 WC, 2 DIV, 2 CCG
    U 92 Bryan Neale 11 Rogers 12 5 WC, 4 DIV, 2 CCG, LVI
    DJ 79 Kent Payne 21 Rogers 24 5 WC, 7 DIV, 9 CCG, XLV, LI, LIV
    LJ 47 Tim Podraza 17 Hochuli 13 7 WC, 4 DIV, 2 CCG
    FJ 31 Mearl Robinson 8 Blake 5 2 WC, 2 DIV, 1 CCG
    SJ 41 Boris Cheek 29 Smith 21 7 WC, 7 DIV, 4 CCG, XLII, 50, LIV
    BJ 120 Jonah Monroe 10 Blakeman 7 3 WC, 3 DIV, 1 CCG





    Shawn Smith is likely to be named Super Bowl LIX referee – Football Zebras

    Football Zebras, a popular website dedicated to the officiating of NFL games, has released an article speculating that veteran referee Shawn Smith is a top contender to officiate Super Bowl LIX. Smith, who has been a referee in the league for over a decade, has garnered a reputation for his consistency and fair judgment on the field.

    With the Super Bowl being one of the most high-stakes games in football, the selection of the referee is crucial in ensuring a fair and smoothly run game. Smith’s experience and track record make him a strong candidate for the prestigious role.

    While the official announcement has yet to be made, many fans and experts alike are already discussing the potential of Shawn Smith taking on the coveted position of Super Bowl referee. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting development!

    Tags:

    Shawn Smith, Super Bowl LIX, referee, NFL, football officiating, officiating news, Super Bowl referee predictions, football zebras, NFL news, football officiating updates

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  • Georgia’s Parker Jones flagged for running into referee on sideline during play vs. Notre Dame

    Georgia’s Parker Jones flagged for running into referee on sideline during play vs. Notre Dame


    Georgia walk-on cornerback Parker Jones isn’t even dressed out for Thursday’s Sugar Bowl against Notre Dame, but he still received a penalty.

    Jones bumped an official who was running down the sideline after a long pass from Gunner Stockton to Arian Smith early during the second quarter. He stepped into the white area on the sideline that is reserved for officials and the official ran into him.

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    The pass from Stockton to Smith went for 67 yards, and Georgia would have had the ball at the Notre Dame 11. However, instead the ball was backed up to the 26.

    Georgia ended up settling for a field goal on the drive. You can watch the penalty below:

    There are situations where teams get sideline warnings for interfering with officials. However, ESPN rules analyst Matt Austin explained why I penalty was thrown on Georgia on this play.

    “If there’s contact, yes,” Austin said when asked if a penalty needed to be called. “Because as Greg said, it’s dangerous down there. He’s running full speed to keep up with the play, to get a good spot. And if somebody gets in his way and there’s a collision, it’s extremely dangerous. So yea, that’s a good call.”

    Greg Sankey floats idea of flipping Orange Bowl, Cotton Bowl after delay of Notre Dame-Georgia

    The terrorist attack in New Orleans early Wednesday morning forced the Sugar Bowl between Georgia and Notre Dame to be pushed back from Wednesday night to Thursday afternoon. SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey joined The Paul Finebaum Show on Thursday and shared that it could impact next week’s College Football Playoff games, as well.

    Sankey has reached out to College Football Playoff officials about the possibility of switching dates for the Orange Bowl and Cotton Bowl. As things stand, the Orange Bowl is scheduled to be played next Thursday night and the Cotton Bowl is slated to be played next Friday night.

    The winner of Thursday’s Sugar Bowl will play Penn State in the Orange Bowl in Miami.

    “Have I raised the issue of that potential change? I have,” Greg Sankey said. “I recognize that’s difficult. I don’t know if it is impossible. I raised that yesterday, and the focus quickly became today’s kickoff, today’s game and we’ll see what happens.” 



    In a controversial moment during the game between Georgia and Notre Dame, Georgia’s Parker Jones was flagged for running into a referee on the sideline during a play. The incident sparked debate among fans and analysts, with some questioning whether the penalty was warranted or if it was just an unfortunate accident. Regardless, it’s clear that Jones will need to be more careful in his positioning on the field to avoid any future incidents like this. What are your thoughts on this play? Let us know in the comments below. #GeorgiaFootball #NotreDame #PenaltyControversy

    Tags:

    Georgia football, Parker Jones, referee collision, Notre Dame game, college football, sideline incident, sportsmanship, penalties, player behavior, NCAA football, Georgia Bulldogs, Notre Dame Fighting Irish

    #Georgias #Parker #Jones #flagged #running #referee #sideline #play #Notre #Dame

  • GiiKER Smart Four, 3D AI-Powered 4 in a Row Game, Strategy Board Games with Integrated Referee for 1-2 Players, Travel Games for Ages 6-12 and up, Birthday Gift for Kids Family Game Night

    GiiKER Smart Four, 3D AI-Powered 4 in a Row Game, Strategy Board Games with Integrated Referee for 1-2 Players, Travel Games for Ages 6-12 and up, Birthday Gift for Kids Family Game Night


    Price: $65.99
    (as of Dec 15,2024 23:25:04 UTC – Details)



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Customers say

Customers find the board game fun and engaging for all ages. They appreciate its good build quality, sleek design, and strategic gameplay that challenges them to think. However, opinions differ on the difficulty level.
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Customers say

Customers find the board game fun and engaging for all ages. They appreciate its good build quality, sleek design, and strategic gameplay that challenges them to think. However, opinions differ on the difficulty level.

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