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Originally posted by Stat-Man
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Originally posted by Larks
I use it sometimes. Depends on the situation. And, my 6' is more like 4 and a half.
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Seeing that's not the letter or the spirit of the NFHS rule, I certinaly wouldn't be happy if I was a coach and this shorter distance was obvious (such as by the mid court or free throw circles). It would also likely garner a lower officials rating, also.
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IMO, the intent has 2 parts... 6 feet or less and defending a player. It should not be called if both criterias are not met.
But I think the main problem is when officials use that arms extended mechanic that is not listed officially by the NFHS.
Some even use the "fingers-to-hand-slap" indicating a ball was blocked. Now that mechanic might be useful when during a dead ball words wont be heard to communicate to an irate coach.