Clarification 7-2003
Ruling in Law by the Designated Members of the Rugby Committee
| Clarification | 7-2003 |
|---|---|
| Union / HP Ref Manager | UAR |
| Law Reference | 10,19 |
| Date | 2003-07-03 |
Request
UAR has requested a ruling with regard to Law 10.2 (c) & 19.1 (d):
A player inside the field hits the ball that has been kicked by an opponent with the head with the purpose of making the ball go outside the field. Should a penalty be awarded to the other team?
Ruling of the designated members of the Rugby Committee
Law 10.2 (c) relates to a player intentionally knocking or throwing the ball out of the playing area. The term 'knock' infers with the arms or hands.
Law 19.1 (d) applies in this case, where a player kicks the ball and it touches or is touched by an opposition player and then goes into touch. There is no penalty.