"Over The Back"

[bob jenkins]

Originally Posted by Gargil

Does this bother anyone else other than me?

It bothers 99% of those on this site.

[RobbyinTN]

I hate the tiger paw mechanic.

[Refsmitty]

Wow!

[26 Year Gap]

It perpetuates the myth. I don't even use the phrase in conversation. I've seen guys use it, too, and it bugs the crap out of me. Wish they'd have to forfeit their game fee if they do that.

[JRutledge]

Originally Posted by 26 Year Gap

It perpetuates the myth. I don't even use the phrase in conversation. I've seen guys use it, too, and it bugs the crap out of me. Wish they'd have to forfeit their game fee if they do that.

The conversation bothers me more because it suggests they clearly do not understand the rule. Then again I do not see anyone giving that signal very often if ever.

Peace

[BBrules]

I haven't seen that 'mechanic' yet, but I did see a "gator chomp" (like Florida Gators fans do) last week in a game I was watching. Not sure what it was supposed to mean. The offending action was blocked from my view.

[bob jenkins]

Originally Posted by BBrules

I haven't seen that 'mechanic' yet, but I did see a "gator chomp" (like Florida Gators fans do) last week in a game I was watching. Not sure what it was supposed to mean. The offending action was blocked from my view.

It usually means that "the ball was blocked; it's not a foul."

Don't use it.

[BBrules]

Originally Posted by bob jenkins

It usually means that "the ball was blocked; it's not a foul."

Don't use it.

Thank you for the clarification, Bob, and I won't!

[justacoach]

Originally Posted by bob jenkins

It usually means that "the ball was blocked; it's not a foul."

Don't use it.

When I have a partner who is in the habit of using that signal, or the 'foul tip' mechanic in a shooting situation, I routinely reach across and call a shooting foul. Cures them pretty quick.