The play described below is provided for your review and discussion. The rulings given are based on NFHS rules. NCAA rulings may be different.
During the last few seconds of a close ball game, A1 scores on a jump shot to put his team ahead. A6 and A7 rush onto the court to congratulate him. This occurs while B1 is trying to complete a throw-in to B2.
Handle the situation.
Although multiple team members have rushed onto the court, by NFHS interpretation, Team A is charged with only one technical foul. This is not a fight or confrontation situation where each team member would be individually charged. Team B will be awarded two free throws and the ball at the division line for a designated spot throw-in.
(References: Rule 10-2-2)
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Very Interesting Play. We, as Officials, need to know this so not to assess two Technical Fouls.
Thanks.