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Originally Posted by Nevadaref (Post 976431)

The problem that I have with some of the responses is that one cannot instruct someone to not do something which they've already done. You can't unshoot the practice FTs. That player has now gained an unfair advantage specifically prohibited by the rules. Therefore, I am of the strong opinion that this now must be penalized. That is what restores the balance for the opposing team.

Assuming that only 1 practice shot was taken....

I don't agree unless his actions are penalized with 1 practice shot for the offended team. That would restore balance.

Giving the offended team a chance to acquire a point would not be a balance.

Furthermore, if a tech is called, the offended team gets 2 shots at acquiring points. That is definitely not restored balance.

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Originally Posted by JRutledge (Post 976484)

You have to ask the people that write the mechanics. Never made sense to me as any of the officials can point to the spot we will put the ball in play. It is not hard, but someone had to create some issue to make themselves feel important like they were in the meeting if you ask me.

Peace

It made sense when they had officials standing in spots not related to the throw in. Now that we have an official at the T-I spot, it no longer makes sense.