[Jurassic Referee]

Originally Posted by johnny1784

It is possible to be taunting in this situation. It depends on how the word(s) is used towards another opponent.

A1 repeatedly yells "ball, ball, ball” at B1 who does not have the ball. I can understand A1 being warned and if the unsporting act continues, receiving a player technical foul.

What is the purpose of yelling at the opponent? Is this in the spirit of the game? Are the words used inappropriately?

This action by team A could cause retaliation by players on team B, leading to possible flagrant acts and fights.

NFHS Rule 10-2-6c

It is rare but I have seen similar actions by teams or a player, to use gestures or words to intimidate an opponent.

Verbal and physical tactics are very difficult to detect. E.g., A1 slightly tugs at B1’s jersey during a shot attempt and B1 misses the shot. Is this a foul or a no call or hold your whistle if shot goes in?

The players are getting real good at staying under the radar preventing from being seen or showing that you as a ref should not make a “ticky tack” call on players using 2 fingers slightly tugging an opponents jersey.

OOO imo.