Offside? or Not Offisde.

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Originally Posted by Nevadaref

On a deflection, uncontrolled kick, or header by the defense WITHOUT clear possession, the attacker is still declared offside if he becomes involved in the play. His position was determined at the moment when his teammate last played or touched the ball.

If a defender gains definite control the offside is reset and the attacker can no longer be penalized.

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Exactly. But I sit with the parents and hear them over and over. I just smile because they know they are right and I just don't want to argue with them. So many fans just don't get this one nor do they get it that it is not offiside when a defender has clear possession and screws up and passes it to an attacker who is behind him/her in the play.