Deception....all the way!
This is akin to the situation whereby a holder runs to his sideline yelling at the bench for the kicking tee. Meanwhile, the defense is thinking the play is not eminent. The offense snaps the ball, catching the defense by surprise and scoring.
Sure, some argue that B should be ready to play at the ready, but it's obvious that A was using the "need the tee" plea as a deception tactic.
It has no place in the game....and I agree with an earlier respondent. Shut it down!! Penalize for UNSP conduct. You'll get an argument from the coach of A, but you'll have preserved the integrity of the game.
All the best,
Wade
N.O., LA
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Wed Sep 12, 2001, 05:16pm
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