Stalling...

[Freddy]

Response: "This is not the 1970-1980. This rule has nothing to do with stalling."

That's my point. Thank you!

[Texas Aggie]

I think they need to change the wording of the "actionless contest" rule. I agree it isn't relevant to a stall, but there's no need to use confusing words when others will do.

As far as the lack of action rule, it was deleted after either the '89-'90 season, or the next year, but I'm pretty sure it was the former. I used it exactly one time.

[MajorCord]

I remember years ago watching a high school game where the offense went into a stall. The point guard had dribbled then picked the ball up to hold it at his coach's instruction. Defense stayed back and didn't press the matter. The guard held it for what seemed like five minutes (probably closer to 2 - 3 minutes). Then he dribbled again . The official, on top of his game, whistled the violation. I couldn't believe the official had the presence of mind to remember that the kid had already used up his dribble. What a great call!

[Adam]

Wow! To see that coach's face would have been worth the price of admission.

[rainmaker]

Originally Posted by MajorCord

I remember years ago watching a high school game where the offense went into a stall. The point guard had dribbled then picked the ball up to hold it at his coach's instruction. Defense stayed back and didn't press the matter. The guard held it for what seemed like five minutes (probably closer to 2 - 3 minutes). Then he dribbled again . The official, on top of his game, whistled the violation. I couldn't believe the official had the presence of mind to remember that the kid had already used up his dribble. What a great call!

Great story!