Play of the Day #156 (2020-21)

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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-1 is fouled attempting a two point goal.  The ball is on the ring starting to fall into the basket, when A-5 hits the ring.  A-5 does not touch the ball.  The ball goes through the basket.

Handle the situation.


Although A-5 did not touch the ball, A-5’s touching the ring while the ball is on the ring or in the basket constitutes offensive basket interference.  No goal can be scored.  Since A-1 was fouled during an unsuccessful try for goal, A-1 will be awarded two free throws.

(References: Rule 4-6-1, 10 Penalties 5a)


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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 currently an active high school basketball official in South Carolina. President of IAABO Board 403 in South Carolina and also Board 403’s Interpreter.

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