I had a scenario in my game today that I want the forum's collective wisdom on. I won't say what I ruled yet because I want to hear what others think unclouded by what I actually did.
Orange v Blue. First XV high school game for what it's worth.
Orange restart after a try. They kick fairly short. 2 Blue players line up to take the kick about 12 metres from halfway, one directly in front of the other. Due to poor communication, both grab at the ball at almost the same time, but the player behind knocks the ball directly into the others hands. The second player was in front of the first, but they were practically touching each other. If it matters there were Orange players advancing and pretty close to the ball.
What is the call? PK for offside or scrum (either for knock-on or accidental offside).
One of the captains challenged my ruling after the game (very politely), and it made me wonder if I was correct.
Orange v Blue. First XV high school game for what it's worth.
Orange restart after a try. They kick fairly short. 2 Blue players line up to take the kick about 12 metres from halfway, one directly in front of the other. Due to poor communication, both grab at the ball at almost the same time, but the player behind knocks the ball directly into the others hands. The second player was in front of the first, but they were practically touching each other. If it matters there were Orange players advancing and pretty close to the ball.
What is the call? PK for offside or scrum (either for knock-on or accidental offside).
One of the captains challenged my ruling after the game (very politely), and it made me wonder if I was correct.