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[bob jenkins]

Originally Posted by APG

Upward motion means his upward motion with the ball. The defender must have a legal position before the offensive player starts upward with the ball to shoot or pass. This is different than NCAA/HS in which he has to be there before the player is airborne.

Thanks.

I'll also say that from T's standpoint, it might be a tough call even in HS/NCAA rules. the defneder has his feet set before the offensive player goes airborne, but is still straightening his body after the plyer goes airborne. If you see that motion, you might be fooled into calling a block.