double contact over the net

[FMadera]

Originally Posted by SNIPERBBB

Debate wasn't so much much about the meaning of the signal. Moreso about creating confusion with double contacts being legal on first and second hits . Some were worried about fans/coaches' confusion. I think using the illegal hit/prolonged contact signal would lead to confusion the other way.

Signalling "illegal hit" well after the contact is going to cause even more confusion. As it stands now, everyone should be aware that there can be a delayed double contact signal. Illegal hit should be whistled after the contact is made, not "if xxx happens."