knew somebody would say this...
 

The laymen and I all seem to agree that the "count" refers to different foot or feet landing in sequence. The "moves" in question are all made while "moving." When you stop and pat the same foot over and over, it is no longer a "count." Up to now, this explanation has been very well received, and apparently, reasonably well understood, which is more than I can say for "Over the back is not a foul."

I do not make the statement because of how it is received. I want them to understand that the language I use and most officials use is not related to counts. Now when I was playing I do not recall using the term counts as a part of what was or what was not a travel.

BTW, I have used to much success the comment, "Over the back is not a foul." But I usually back it up with what the rule is or "there is nothing special with the back, he was in his vertical space (or bigger and out jumped your player). The success that I have had is more about directing the conversation whether than if they like it or not. I would rather a coach to stop using a term that does not apply then worry about if they agree with me.

Peace

NFHS rule 4-44-2a(1):
<i>"A player who catches the ball while moving <b>or dribbling</b> may stop and establish a pivot foot as follows:
a(1)-if both feet are off the floor and the player lands simultaneously on both feet, <b>either</b> foot may be the pivot".</i>

NFHS rule 4-44-3a:
<i>"After coming to a stop and establishing a pivot foot, the pivot foot may be lifted, but not returned to the floor, before the ball is released on a pass or<b> try for goal</b>".</i>

Those are the applicable rules, pitchfork <i>verbatim</i>. NCAA rules are the same. Iow, the play as described by you is legal.