Hello I am new to the forum but have a question I would like to get feedback on.
Law 21.4 d regarding restarting after a penalty is awarded.
Why does this law exist and should it be enforced/called. If so when/where?
[FONT=fs_blakeregular]A clear kick. [/FONT][FONT=fs_blakeregular][/FONT][FONT=fs_blakeregular]The kicker must kick the ball a visible distance. If the kicker is holding it, it must clearly leave the hands. If it is on the ground, it must clearly leave the mark.
[/FONT]Scenario: Provincial high school rugby finals, two of the best schools in the province, in a quarter final match. Approximately 6 minutes remaining score is 12-5. White is inside Reds 22 m with decent pressure. White is awarded a penalty on the 5 m for red not rolling away. White forward (#8 I believe) tries to quick tap (ball does not leave his hands) dives down and scores. I blow the whistle and return to the 5 m for a red scrum.
Looking for some thoughts on this one.
Law 21.4 d regarding restarting after a penalty is awarded.
Why does this law exist and should it be enforced/called. If so when/where?
[FONT=fs_blakeregular]A clear kick. [/FONT][FONT=fs_blakeregular][/FONT][FONT=fs_blakeregular]The kicker must kick the ball a visible distance. If the kicker is holding it, it must clearly leave the hands. If it is on the ground, it must clearly leave the mark.
[/FONT]Scenario: Provincial high school rugby finals, two of the best schools in the province, in a quarter final match. Approximately 6 minutes remaining score is 12-5. White is inside Reds 22 m with decent pressure. White is awarded a penalty on the 5 m for red not rolling away. White forward (#8 I believe) tries to quick tap (ball does not leave his hands) dives down and scores. I blow the whistle and return to the 5 m for a red scrum.
Looking for some thoughts on this one.