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[Rob1968]

I was told, years ago, to not let the players, around the circle, stand with a foot behind an opponent.
Also, several of the High Schools in our area have a decorative circle surrounding the Center Circle, that is about 18 inches wide. It's common for the non-jumpers to stay behind that circle, rather than approaching the actual 6' radius circle. I usually tell them they can stand at the actual circle.

[bob jenkins]

Originally Posted by Rob1968

I was told, years ago, to not let the players, around the circle, stand with a foot behind an opponent.

That's correct. It's only a requirement, though, if they are within 3' of the circle. I think the OP was talking about players farther away than that.

Also, several of the High Schools in our area have a decorative circle surrounding the Center Circle, that is about 18 inches wide. It's common for the non-jumpers to stay behind that circle, rather than approaching the actual 6' radius circle. I usually tell them they can stand at the actual circle.

I wouldn't tell them this. I would answer if asked.

[APG]

Originally Posted by Rob1968

I was told, years ago, to not let the players, around the circle, stand with a foot behind an opponent.
Also, several of the High Schools in our area have a decorative circle surrounding the Center Circle, that is about 18 inches wide. It's common for the non-jumpers to stay behind that circle, rather than approaching the actual 6' radius circle. I usually tell them they can stand at the actual circle.

Saw this happen in an NBA game this year...7 non jumpers line up behind an outside circle and Steve Nash lined up behind the required circle...and ended up beating his opponent to the ball after the tap.