Tracking fouls?

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Originally posted by JRutledge
I personally do not want to make a call that no one completely understands or even realizes is a rule.

I am not sure that I concern myself too much about the knowledge base of those that are viewing the game in terms of what rules I use and which ones I do not. Even rules that are seldom used have an underlying philosophy and purpose. It is important to know the rule, why it exists and be prepared to call it, regardless if it is not well known. I am prepared to explain the rationale for the call to observers and if they shake their head and say "Gee, that's a new one for me..." then that is okay.