Play of the Day #392 (2023-24)

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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.

As time is running out in the quarter, A-3 jumps up to attempt a two-point try.  A-3 releases the attempt and then the horn sounds. B-3, who was trying to block the shot, plows into airborne A-3 after the horn has sounded.  The try is unsuccessful.

Handle the situation.


Although time has expired, the ball is still live since a try is in flight.  B-3 has plowed into an airborne shooter.  This is a foul in the act of shooting by definition.   

A-3 will be awarded two free throws.  Since time has expired, no players will line up along the lane. 

(References: 4-1-2, 8-1-3)


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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 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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