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26.1. Rule
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26.1.1. A player shall not remain in the opponents' restricted area for more than 3 consecutive seconds while his team is in control of a live ball in the front court and the game clock is running.
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26.1.2. Allowances must be made for a player who:
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Makes an attempt to leave the restricted area.
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Is in the restricted area when he or his team-mate is in the act of shooting and the ball is leaving or has just left the player's hand(s) on the shot for a field goal.
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Dribbles in the restricted area to shoot for a field goal after having been there for less than 3 consecutive seconds.
26.1.3. To establish himself outside the restricted area, the player must place both feet on the floor outside the restricted area.
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We encourage you to pre and post game ask the Umpire-In-Charge (this is their role) how they determine this call and keep open respectful conversation with the Umpire-In-Charge