If the lineup shows Team A #9 on the court instead of #19, what should the scorer do?

If the lineup shows Team A #9 on the court instead of #19, what should the scorer do?

• A. Notify the second referee
• B. Notify the first referee
• C. Record the discrepancy in the lineup
• D. Do nothing

Answer: (A)

When a player on the court wears a different jersey number than what’s listed, the scorer must inform the official who handles lineups and substitutions. The second referee oversees the lineup process, verifies numbers, and can pause play to correct any discrepancies. By alerting the second referee, the officials can verify the player’s identity, adjust the lineup, and ensure the correct player is credited for the rally. The first referee handles on-court calls during play, so this task isn’t theirs. Recording a discrepancy or doing nothing would leave an unaddressed error that could affect eligibility and scoring.

When a player on the court wears a different jersey number than what’s listed, the scorer must inform the official who handles lineups and substitutions. The second referee oversees the lineup process, verifies numbers, and can pause play to correct any discrepancies. By alerting the second referee, the officials can verify the player’s identity, adjust the lineup, and ensure the correct player is credited for the rally. The first referee handles on-court calls during play, so this task isn’t theirs. Recording a discrepancy or doing nothing would leave an unaddressed error that could affect eligibility and scoring.