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 attempts a three point try. B-5 rebounds the miss and as B-5 turns to outlet the pass, he swings his elbow and the elbow contacts A-2 in the face.
Handle the situation
By rule, this is considered an intentional foul. Illegal contact above the shoulders that is not intentional, should be ruled as an intentional foul. A-2 will be awarded two free throws and Team A will be awarded the ball out of bounds at the spot nearest the foul.
(References: Rule 4-19-3, POE 2012-13)
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