Suffolk Board of Womens' Basketball Officials - (Port Jefferson Station, NY)

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Rule explanation

Rule Clarification:

New Rule: (Rule 3, Article 6, Section 2b)

During multiple free throw situations, a substitute may enter the game only before the first attempt in the sequence unless otherwise authorized by the rules or after the final attempt has been successfully converted.

Real talk: A substitute can come in before the first free throw, and after the last free throw on a made basket. NOT IN BETWEEN FREE THROWS.

Situation: The official calls a foul on A1. A1 now has committed her 4^th personal foul. The coach wants to sub the player out, but there is no girl at the table. Can the coach sub that player out?

Answer: Yes. Until the ball is at the disposal of the free throw shooter for the first of two or three attempts, the sub may enter. This is no different than when a foul is ruled before the bonus and you would bring a sub in before the ball is placed at the disposal for a throw-in.

Any other questions, please email me. Thanks for your questions and understanding.