Block/charge

[walt]

Chuck, your last statement says it best. Once signals are given, that changes everything. Patient whistles and not giving preliminary signals avoids this mess almost all the time. However, some supervisors want you going right to the back of your head (PC) instead of holding with a fist. Same for the block. That's what gets people in trouble in those gray dual coverage areas or areas where lines of responsibility meet. It's always easy to "see the tape" if one's available. However, I think you'd agree on the floor it's a reactionary decision. The prleiminary signals get you trouble. It's a must discussion in pregame. After signals are given, double foul is the only way out. That's why it's in the book and a topic of discussion at clinics and camps.