Bart, in theory I agree with your post, but in reality, I don't mind at all if my partner comes and gets a travel. I also think that a travel is one that sometimes needs to be retrieved. Fast break layup lead officiating the defense, is s/he there or not, are they about to make contact, misses the extra step by the ball handler, the trail comes and gets it, everyone in the gym except the lead had it...it needs to be gotten. Another reason I don't mind someone getting a travel in my area is that traveling is my weak area. I know what traveling is by rule, and I apply it pretty well, but I admittedly miss a few, and if someone else sees it, it doesn't bother me that they get it..
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