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wisref2 Thu Sep 01, 2011 03:01pm

First Ever in 30 years
 
We had a no-man's land foul the other night - first one I've ever seen or heard of in my 30 years on the field.

A's end lined up on the LOS but was standing perpindicular to the LOS instead of parallel. He is not a lineman (shoulders not parallel to the LOS), but he isn't a back either. My wing threw the flag and after the play says, "You'll never guess what I have."

It was probably the most exciting illegal formation call I've ever had! :)

It was a youth game (8th grade) so we stopped the game and had everyone line up and explained it to the players and coaches. Mainly to teach, but probably also to enjoy the moment a bit longer.

bigjohn Fri Sep 02, 2011 01:25pm

Probably should be called more now that everyone is running spread formations. Lots of slots off the ball yet still not deeper than deepest lineman.

Offense Alignment

Forksref Sat Sep 03, 2011 08:52am

I've always found illegal formation calls to be exciting! It's one of those times when the announcer gets to use his "illegal procedure" announcement. :confused:

Robert Goodman Sat Sep 03, 2011 10:36pm

Quote:

Originally Posted by Forksref (Post 785324)
I've always found illegal formation calls to be exciting! It's one of those times when the announcer gets to use his "illegal procedure" announcement. :confused:

Here, have one on me.

Rich Sun Sep 04, 2011 07:29am

Instead of enjoying it, I'd probably allow the play to complete (in an 8th grade game) and have a quiet talk-to with the coach between plays.

HLin NC Sun Sep 04, 2011 08:40am

I was thinking the same thing Rich. Not sure about the excitement level for any foul in middle school ball.


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