I've been search the rules and case books for info on opponents along the lane talking, yelling, distracting etc. the FT shooter. Is it a technical foul or just a viloation, shooting again? Anyone? Is it the same penalty for bench personnel?

Violation. 9-1-5. It just says no "opponent" shall disconcert. It doesn't make a distinction between players and bench personnel. Just any opponent.

From the 2001-2002 POE's- <b>Disconcertion During Free Throws</b> - "<i>The committee emphasizes that disconcertion is a violation(9-1-5), and may result in a substitute throw. If persistent or deemed unsporting the team/player may be penalized with a technical foul</i>".

Had one tonight. B3 yelled over to coach right as A1 started to shoot- blew it dead. B's fans went crazy partner winked and gave me the nod of "way to take a tough one kid!" girl nailed 2nd two - B's coach thanked me for proving her point next trip down.

You mean, you blew it dead when the shot missed, don't you? This would be a delayed violation.

Mregor