[BillyMac]

Originally Posted by BillyMac

IAABO came out with a "You Make the Call" video about this (three point line, fouler, or foulee) a few months ago.

It was not a foul but a kicking violation on a throwin. Kicker was inside the three point arc, but the ball, when being kicked, was outside the three point arc.

Here's the IAABO interpretation.

The was an interesting situation that we thought officials should be aware of moving forward, as it could impact a close game if we don't thoroughly understand the rules that apply.

Beginning last season, the NFHS approved a rules change that created specific designated spots for all stoppages except for out of bounds. This year, the NFHS expanded those spots to the backcourt. Now we essentially have eight designated spots, 2 on each end line, 3 feet outside the nearer lane line, and 4 along the sidelines at the 28 foot mark on each side of the court.

The basis for determining where the ball will be put in play is the 3-point line. Stoppages inside the 3 point line go to the end line; stoppages outside the 3-point line go to the sideline.

Now, let's apply these provisions to this play. A thrower releases the ball, and the defender extends their leg and kicks the ball. The ball was literally kicked outside the 3-point arc. But what was the status of the player who kicked the ball?

The defensive player had her right foot inside the arc while her left foot was in the air. By rule, she is considered inside the 3-point line.

Since the kicking violation technically occurred inside the 3-point line, the ensuing throw-in should be along the endline, 3 feet outside the nearer lane line.

This was an interesting play, as if this is ruled to be a violation outside the arc, the ball would be advanced to the 28-foot mark, which is considerable in situations where teams are setting up for a last second try.

We hope this play summary alerts officials to an important nuance to the new throwin provisions and helps with understanding the importance of knowing the player location rules.