First Ever in 30 years

[wisref2]

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]

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]

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.

[Robert Goodman]

Originally Posted by Forksref

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.

Here, have one on me.

[Rich]

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]

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