The play described below is provided for your review and discussion. The rulings given are based on NFHS rules. NCAA rulings may be different.
A-1 has a frontcourt, end line throw-in. A-1 attempts to pass the ball to A-2 who is between the top of the key and the division line. A-2 muffs the pass and the ball goes into the backcourt where it is recovered by A-3.
Is this a backcourt violation?
This is NOT a backcourt violation. During a throw-in, player control must be obtained inbounds before it would be possible to have a backcourt violation. A-2’s muff did not establish player control. Player control was first obtained by A-3 when she recovered the ball in backcourt.
(References: Rule 9-9-1, 4-12-1)
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Very Good Play. We, as Officials, need to know the Backcourt Rule and know this is
not a Backcourt Situation. Thanks.