Block Origin

[bob jenkins]

Originally posted by bwbuddy
What's the origin and reasoning behind the block on each side of the foul lane? In NFHS, what's the ruling if a player makes contact with the block before the foul shot attempt reaches the rim?

1) Just a guess -- Reduce rough play between the two players (on each side) closest to the basket.

2) By rule, it's a Violation. "Contact" with the block isn't needed -- onlu breaking the plane of the block with either foot.