<Dd> Illegal use of the hand or arm is unfair play, eliminates skill and does not belong in the game . The object of the game is to advance the ball by strategy, skill and speed without illegally holding your opponent . All coaches and players should thoroughly understand the rules for proper offensive and defensive use of the hands . Holding is a frequently called penalty; it is important to emphasize the severity of the penalty . </Dd> <P> ARTICLE 3 . </P> <P> a . Use of Hands </P> <Dl> <Dd> A teammate of a ball carrier or a passer legally may block with his shoulders, his hands, the outer surface of his arms or any other part of his body under the following provisions . <Dl> <Dd> 1 . The hand (s) shall be: <Dl> <Dd> (a) In advance of the elbow . </Dd> <Dd> (b) Inside the frame of the opponent's body (Exception: When the opponent turns his back to the blocker) (A.R. 9 - 3 - 3 - VI and VII). </Dd> <Dd> (c) At or below the shoulder (s) of the blocker and the opponent (Exception: When the opponent squats, ducks or submarines). </Dd> <Dd> (d) Apart and never in a locked position . </Dd> </Dl> </Dd> <Dd> 2 . The hand (s) shall be open with the palm (s) facing the frame of the opponent or closed or cupped with the palms not facing the opponent (A.R. 9 - 3 - 3 - I - IV and VI - VIII). RULE 9 / CONDUCT OF PLAYERS AND OTHERS SUBJECT TO THE RULES FR - 97 </Dd> </Dl> </Dd> </Dl>

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