Play of the Day #278 (2022-23)

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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.

Both teams are in the double bonus.  During a throw-in, thrower A-1 attempts to pass the ball to A-3.  B-3 is in position to intercept the pass.  Before B-3 can gain control of the ball, A-3 commits a common foul against B-3.  

Handle the situation.


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Quiz #334 (2022)

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This is the last quiz for this fall.  I want to wish everyone good luck on any exams that you have to take as well as a great season.

1. A1 throws a pass to A2 and B1 intentionally uses the thigh to deflect the pass. The trail official rules a kicking violation. T-F.

2. For a kicking violation to be ruled, the “kick” must be intentional. T-F

3. A ball is at the disposal of the thrower-in when the ball is bounced to the thrower-in. T-F.

4. A ball is at the disposal of the free thrower after the free thrower catches the ball after its bounced to them. T-F.

5. The ball is in flight from a pass from A1 to A2. As the ball is in flight,  B1 is ready to intercept the ball. The Head Coach of Team A requests a timeout. The officiating crew denies the request. T-F


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Quiz #333 (2022)

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1. A1’s dribble is interrupted, A1 pushes B1 going for the ball. The trail official rules a team control foul. T-F

2. A1 is dribbling the ball near the end line in the front court. A2 commits a common foul on B3 near the division line. What type of common foul is this and where will the ball be put into play. T-F

3. A1 , closely guarded in the frontcourt, dribbles the ball for 4 seconds and then catches the ball. The trail official starts a new closely guarded count. T-F

4. While A1 is dribbling , B1 bats the ball away. While the ball is loose, there is no team control. T-F

5. A1 is dribbling in the backcourt and has the ball deflected away by B1. The trail official continues the “10” second backcourt count. T-F


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Quiz #332 (2022)

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1. A held ball has occurred in a tie-up when B3 has two hands on the ball and A4 has his/her legs wrapped around the ball with also one hand on the ball. T-F

2. A closely guarded count shall be terminated when dribbler A1 gets his/her shoulders past B1. T-F

3. A warning to a coach/team for misconduct is an administrative procedure by an official which is mandatory before giving a technical foul. T-F

4. When does the “10” second backcourt count on a throw-in start?

5. A1 attempts a try and the ball hits the ring and bounces directly above the ring in the cylinder. B3 touches the net. The trail official rules basket interference. T-F


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