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Originally posted by MN 3 Sport Ref
Sitch last night HS boys Varsity.
Player fouled on shot and goes down hard. Partner becons coach on floor to attend to player (he had been down for a few secs). Player ends up being fine and able to shoot free throws. I know rule is that if coach comes on to floor we need a sub. However coach wanted this player to shoot as "he created the opertunity I want him to finish it" This was towards the end of a tight game. We let him shoot the throws. (contrary to rule) No one said a word and this team ended up on the short end by two. I know the correct rule but was wondering if others wouldhave let him shoot throws in this sitch...
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Watched a similar situation in a game last night. Home player was fouled in the act of shooting and went down hard and immediately grabbed his calf (cramp). Stayed down 3-4 seconds and official beckoned the coach. The coach pretty much refused to come on the court saying his player was O.K. and he wanted him to shoot the 2 f/t's (excellent f/t shooter). Player made both and was immediately subbed for. Home team wound up losing by 1 point (to arch rival) on a blocked shot attempt with .08 seconds left. I was not aware that the coach could refuse to enter the court after being beckoned -- actually, never had it happend and never thought about it.