Block/Charge Decisions: Positioning and Defensive Legality
This video dissects a block/charge scenario, focusing on defensive positioning and the timing required for establishing legal guarding status. It emphasizes the importance of recognizing when defenders are still moving versus being set, especially during high-speed attack plays. The breakdown highlights analytical decision-making, stressing that deeper drives and airborne attacks often favor defensive fouls. Officials are encouraged to prioritize proper footwork, anticipate offensive actions, and avoid splitting hairs on close plays. Through this analysis, viewers gain strategies for consistent and accurate block/charge rulings.
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