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Originally posted by smittypap
High School rules don't allow re-throws when the ball doesn't enter. FIFA rules require the ball to enter the field or the restart didn't happen. If you suspect a player/team is using this to waste time, give them a warning and if necessary a caution for delaying a restart. And be sure to add the wasted time to the half.
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The above is correct. There have been no rule changes which alter the legality of this restart.
The only rule change that the 2005 MEMO made to throw-ins was that opponents have to retreat two yards/meters from the thrower. They cannot stand right in front of him anymore.