All deep officials should be in the habit of carrying two bean bags during games. On certain plays, especially scrimmage kick plays, there is a potential of the need for two bean bags. For example: A deep official would drop a bean bag at the placekick spot to designate the end of the kick. On the same play, a fumble occurs where the same official would need to drop a bag for the fumble.
If this tip was helpful for you, be sure to check out the USA Football Officiating Membership where you can learn and review all of the proper mechanics for youth and high school officials.
Tips of the Week courtesy Central Football Officials Clinic.
Story courtesy of Red Line Editorial.