Throw-In Situation

[BigCat]

Originally Posted by just another ref

Be that as it may, the case play plainly states that this is a violation. The throw-in is a unique situation.

And having said all that, if this is a violation, the teammate touching the ball also seems to be a violation to me.

And if the above doesn't do it for you, perhaps the touch by the teammate could also be considered carrying the ball onto the court.

It does "seem" like it would be a violation when A2 touches it but...not everything is as it seems. What rule is being violated when A2 touches the ball being held over the plane by A1? A1 is holding the ball. He doesn't let go or step onto the court. It wouldnt surprise me if the NFHS would say at some point that it is a violation but I don't see anything yet that does. Frankly, it would make more sense to me to say it's a violation on A1 when A2 touches it than saying A1 gains inbounds status by touching another player. That's out of left field. But you are right. It's there and has been there. It's the law until overturned...

[BillyMac]

9.2.5 SITUATION B: A1 has the ball out of bounds for a throw-in and is being
guarded by B1. Before releasing the ball, A1 loses his/her balance, reaches out
and puts his/her hand on B1 (who is inbounds) in an effort to regain his/her balance.
RULING: Throw-in violation by A1. A1 is required to remain out of bounds
until releasing the throw-in pass. When A1 touches an inbounds player, he/she
has inbound status. However, if the contact on B1 is illegal, a personal foul shall
be called. (9-2-10 Note)