Play of the Day 447 (2024-25)

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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-4 is fouled in the act of shooting.  As the whistle is sounded, the horn also sounds before the ball is released.  The ball passes through the basket. 

Handle the situation.


There was no time remaining on the clock when the whistle was sounded.   Therefore, no time should be put back on the clock.  This means that no goal can be counted since the try was not released before the expiration of time for the period.  However, A-4 was fouled in the act of shooting.  A-4 should be awarded the appropriate number of free throws with no players lined up along the lane.

The next quarter will start with the appropriate alternating possession throw-in.

(References: Rules 5-6 Exception 3)


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About Paul Behr

A former high school basketball coach and a former ABA basketball official. An IAABO-certified basketball official for 43 years and an IAABO Life Member. Currently an active high school basketball official in South Carolina. Interpreter of IAABO Board 403 in South Carolina.

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