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			In a j.v. basketball game, we had a fast break lay up, defensive player from behind slaps backboard trying to block shot.  Ball does not go in.  I make no call.  The officials for the Varsity contest were watching the play and question why I didn't call a technical foul, or at the least, basket interference.  I advised player was trying to block shot, not just slap the backboard, therefore, no technical.  One of the officials insisted you have to call a technical if it affects the outcome of the shot.  I disagree.  He then asks why I didn't call basket interference.  Even though the backboard was shaking (slightly), my understanding is that you cannot have basket interference from just slapping the backboard.
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