The play described below is provided for your review and discussion. The rulings given are based on NFHS rules. NCAA rulings may be different.
Team B is in the bonus. B-5 is fouled by A-5 during rebounding action near the basket. After the whistle has sounded, B-5 intentionally throws an elbow contacting A-5 in the face and knocking him to the floor.
Handle the situation.
B-5 has committed a flagrant technical foul for intentional contact above the shoulders. B-5 is immediately disqualified.
Penalties will be administered in the order of occurrence. B-5’s substitute will attempt the bonus free throw(s) with no players lined up along the lane. Team A will be awarded two free throws for the flagrant technical foul by B-5. Team A will be awarded the ball for a throw-in at the division line opposite the table.
(References: Rules 4-19-4, 8-6-2, POE 2012-13)
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