Reasonable space between defenders

[Adam]

Originally Posted by wyo96

Thanks for all the replies. I am a little surprise that everyone would go with the block, I expected some differences.

Change it a little. A1 is trying to split B1/B2 and the space is no doubt in your mind that the initial spacing is too close to for A1 to do it without contact. (that space being less than 3 feet and relevant to the players size and ability)

Even if B1 moves closer in with a knee, aren’t we bailing A1 out for trying to go somewhere he "has the greater responsibility for contact" by calling a block?

Not arguing, just trying to flesh out the situation more. Many around here would view the block as rewarding A1 for initiating contact he shouldn’t have.

And if B1 sticks his knee out and you call a charge (or no-call), you're bailing B1 out for being stupid.

If B1 sticks his knee out and contact is on his chest, PC foul (or nothing). If, however, contact is with the extended knee, it's a blocking foul.

Don't worry about not bailing a player out of a jam; B1 bailed him out by sticking his knee out.