HOLDINGTHEBALL

Holding the ball

Holding the ball is a law in Australian Rules Football. It is necessary to prevent players from slowing down play. Instead of the umpire calling for a ball-up, it allows the defence a way to take possession directly from the attacking team.

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holding the ball

Noun

  1. The action of a player keeping hold of the ball when tackled. When tackled the player must kick or handpass the ball and failing to do so (provided he has had the opportunity) results in a free kick to the tackler.


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