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Old Fri Jan 11, 2013, 12:18pm
Camron Rust Camron Rust is offline
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Originally Posted by ODog View Post
It's odd that the actual rule (8-1-4c) states only that the first marked lane spaces SHALL be occupied by opponents of the free thrower.

I was beginning to think this was a myth perpetuated by absolutely everyone in our fraternity (including yours truly) until I read the case play you guys referenced (thanks). Only there does it say MUST.

Poorly worded rule, but very helpful discussion. Shall definitely contrasts with the "may" of 8-1-4d & e, but it's not as clear/resolute as "must" or "are required to."
Not it isn't. Shall means exactly that....it is a synonym of must.
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