After reading the replies, I took another look at the definition of an unsportsmanlike foul, which "...consists of unfair, unethical or dishonorable conduct..." (4-19-13) as well as the examples of unsportsmanlike acts. (10-3-8)
I must agree that a technical would have been inappropriate in the circumstance described. The play seems to fall more into the "gamesmanship" category. Not really severe enough to warrant penalty.
Who knows? The play might have worked at this level.
(Sorry, Coach. It won't happen again.)
Thanks for the feedback.
Sven
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