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Originally Posted by Peach State Ref
I have a similar play that I saw last night at a GHSA state semi-final game. Play A: A-1 is in the backcourt and passes the ball to A-2 who jumps from the frontcourt, catches the ball in the air, and lands in the backcourt. Violation or not? Why or why not?
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BC violation. A2 caught the ball in the frontcourt and was the first to touch it in the backcourt.
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This play got me to thinking about various other scenarios. Play B: A-1 is in the backcourt and passes the ball to A-2. B-1 is standing in the frontcourt and tips the pass into the air near the division line. A-2 jumps from the frontcourt, catches the tipped ball in the air, and lands in the backcourt. Violation or not? Why or why not?
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I'd say no because Team A never had team control in the frontcourt. B's player was the last to touch before it went to the backcourt. However, if A caught it before it hit the floor, does it still have frontcourt status until it hits the floor?
I still say no BC violation here.