Play of the Day #170 (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 attempts a three-point goal.  The ball rattles the ring and is inside the net when A-5 hits the net.  A-5 does not touch the ball.

Handle the situation.


This is offensive basket interference.  Players are not permitted to touch any part of the basket while the ball is on or within the basket.  The ball is dead.  No goal can be scored.  Team B will be awarded the ball for a designated spot throw-in from the end line nearest to where the net was touched.

(References: Rule 4-6-1, 9-11 Penalties 2)


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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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