[JRutledge]

Originally Posted by MJT

True, but it does meet the definition of being a foul for hurdling in NF.

A lot of things meet the definition and they are not called based solely on the definition.

Originally Posted by MJT

I think all of that is common sense on how either case could result in serious injury. Hard to refute the 2 things I mentioned.

So could a block below the waist and we make determinations that we all the time that might be on the edge of the rules as it relates to the FBZ. BTW, if a kid goes airborne to "hurdle" a defender and lands on his head, I really do not think the flag is going to take away the injury. Also in my 11 seasons of HS ball I have never seen a kid attempt what I saw on this tape. Not one time and I have seen some very good athletes from time to time.

Originally Posted by MJT

Yes, the NF does clearly list this view.

2-21 HURDLING
Hurdling is an attempt by a player to jump with one or both feet or knees foremost over an opponent who is contacting the ground with no part of his body except one or both feet.

9-4 ILLEGAL PERSONAL CONTACT
ART. 3 . . . No player or nonplayer shall:
d. Hurdle an opponent.

Pretty clear.

I asked you for a case play. I know what the rule says. Where is the case play that says exactly how this is to be enforced?

I could quote many blocking regulations and no where does it say anything about "point of attack" or the many other philosophies that we use to make a consistent call. Once again, you are only focusing on the rules. I am focusing on the application of those rules and the spirit of those rules. BTW, it still falls under Illegal Personal Contact, not Unsportsmanlike Conduct.

Peace