The play described below is provided for your review and discussion. The rulings given are based on NFHS rules. NCAA rulings may be different.
Dribbler A-1 has the ball batted away by B-1. The ball is loose on the floor when both A-1 and B-1 dive for the ball. B-1 obtains possession. A-1 attempts to create a held ball situation by using his legs to immobilize the ball. Handle the situation.
A-1 has committed a kicking violation. Intentional contact with the ball by the legs and/or feet is, by definition, a kicking violation. (References: Rule 4-29, 9-4)
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Hey Paul I have a play shooting free throws shooting two free throws the first one is missed ball goes right back to the shooter shooter takes another shot while the referee is calling for the ball is this a violation or not
It cannot be a violation since the ball has not been placed at the free thrower’s disposal by the official. The shooter has caused a dead ball to pass through the goal.
Paul, here is a situation. A-1 in bounds the to A-2. Rather than catching to inbound ball A-2 elects to use his fist to direct the ball as a pass to A-3. Umpire whistle the play as a violation. Handle the situation?
It is a violation under 9-4 to strike the ball with your fist.
This makes us (officials) focus to get this play correctly ruled. Thanks.