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Originally Posted by The_Rookie
Hello,
Some guidance when you would call an intentional foul other than not playing the ball. Excessive contact that does not fit bein flagrant?
Thanks
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If it is not a legitimate play on the ball, and has no place in a basketball game, it is most likely intentional. Grabbing a shirt is automatic.
Excessive contact that could result in escalation should be called as an intentional, but when doing this, term it "hard foul, 2 and the ball". Too many times officials call "intentional" and many have the perception that it is a dirty play. Clear communication helps in these situations.
Also be smart in the last few seconds of close games when a team must foul. You'll see bear hugs. Use judgment to call those, erring on the side of not calling intentionals is not a bad thing; controlling emotions/reactions on the floor is of paramount importance at that time.