Hand in face

[tommyleo]

Is it legal for a defender to place his hand very close to -- but not touching -- the face of an opponent? Is there a specific rule that covers this situation?

Sometimes when I am playing and in possesion of the ball, a defender will place his hand about an inch from my eyes. While there is no contact, common sense tells me the defender has gained an illegal advantage because there is no way that I'm going to move forward and risk eye injury.

Thanks in advance.

- Tommy