Question

7. Players are not permitted to raise the stick
above shoulder height when playing the
ball except, when trying to save a goal.is it true or false​

Answer 1

Answer:

Rule 9.7 states that players must not play the ball with the stick when the ball is above shoulder height EXCEPT that defenders are permitted to use the stick to stop or deflect a shot at goal at any height. In the guidance it goes on to say ‘When saving a shot at goal, a defender must not be penalized if their stick is not motionless, or traveling towards the ball while attempting to stop or deflect the shot. Only if the ball is genuinely hit while above shoulder height and a goal is prevented should a penalty stroke be awarded.’ etc… and finishes ‘IF dangerous play results after a legitimate stop or deflection, a penalty corner must be awarded’. Does that fact that there are two defenders make it any more or less dangerous? For me that’s the only point you need to consider – danger.