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 drives into the lane and collides with B-2 while still dribbling the ball. The Lead official sounds his whistle and immediately signals a blocking foul. The Center official also sounds his whistle and immediately signals a player control foul.
Handle the situation.
By rule this is a double foul. No free throws are attempted. Play is resumed from the point of interruption. Since Team A had team control because A-1 was dribbling the ball, Team A is awarded the ball at the spot nearest where the ball was when the double foul occurred.
This play illustrates the importance of a good pre-game that includes a discussion of how double whistles will be handled. Block/charge plays often produce strong emotional responses from players, coaches and fans. Turning a block/charge play into a double foul because of improper handling of the play can cause most if not all in the gym to become dissatisfied with our performance as officials.
(References: Rule 4-19-8a, 10 Penalties Summary 1c, 4-36-2a, Case Book Play 4-19-8 Situation C)
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That is true. Trust your partner and not being in a hurry. You want to get it right, but sometimes like this, you create more trouble. Thanks.