Excessive Elbow Swinging violation

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BV last night. A1 several times after a rebound dangerously swung his elbows to clear some room. He never contacted anyone but was clearly sending a message. I've never called this violation in my career - in fact, I've never even seen it called, but if there was ever a time, this would have been it. I passed on it.

Opponents got a little riled because of the tone of A1's "message" and we kept a close eye on A1 and opponents guarding him thereafter. A couple of quick fouls on both A1 and B right afterward kept things in check. But I didn't feel good about it.

So what do you think about the excessive elbow swinging violation? Ever call it? If yes, how come it's so rarely seen (at least by me)? What other tools can I use to deal with this situation more effectively in the future?