Play of the Day #81 (2019-20)

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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.

At the end of the second quarter, A-1 goes airborne and launches a last second try.  While the try is in flight, the horn sounds.  After the horn sounds but while the try is in flight, B-1 fouls A-1 before A-1 returns to the floor by moving under A-1 after A-1 left the floor.  Both players wind up on the floor.  The try is unsuccessful.

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Play of the Day #80 (2019-20)

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During the 4th quarter of a tightly-contested game, Blue #24 is fouled during a rebound.  The official announces that #24 is the shooter.  After  walking to the other end of the court, Blue #11 walks to the free throw line and the Lead official bounces him the ball.  At this point it is discovered that Blue #11 is the wrong shooter.  

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Play of the Day #79 (2019-20)

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During the 4th quarter of a tightly-contested state semi-final game, A-2 falls to the floor and is injured.  The trainer comes onto the floor to tend to the injured player.  After 30 seconds or so, A-2 is able to continue.  The officials continue the game without requiring Team A to use a timeout.  Were the officials correct?

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Play of the Day #78 (2019-20)

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Team B is leading 56-53 with 1.5 seconds to go in a state semi-final game.  Team A has the ball out of bounds in the backcourt.  A-1 inbounds the ball to A-2.  B-2 grabs A-2’s jersey and holds on.  The official rules this an intentional personal foul.  Is the official correct?

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Play of the Day #77 (2019-20)

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A-1 drives to the basket and is fouled attempting a layup.  The ball hits the backboard and is inside the net when A-2 jumps up and hits the ball.  The ball passes through the basket.

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