Blocking/ Charging Foul
This is THE most difficult call to make in basketball. A lot is left up for interpretation, and referees blow this call more than any other.
But done properly, the defense will not get by without drawing a charging foul. Here are some tips:
Remember that the primary mission is to simply impede the dribbler's progress. Stealing the ball is nice, but has two significant risks.
Also called a "charging foul." (2) To commit that violation.
Chest pass: An air pass thrown from the passer's chest to a teammate's chest. It can be a one-handed or two-handed pass.
charging foul), and then releases the ball, the basket if made does not count in ALL current basketball rules: FIBA, NBA, WNBA, NCAA, and NF. US rules have experimented with the so-called "airborne shooter" rule, but have not always stuck with it.
Step 2: At the last possible moment, change direction to avoid committing a charging foul. The closer you are to the defender when you change direction, the less time she/he has to make an adjustment.
All that's necessary is tell that player to initiate the run-and-jump whenever he feels he can draw the charging foul. This player, of course, must use discretion; however, if he is a smart player, it isn't difficult to pick the spots.
Advise your players that since the officials do not always call the charging foul, it is best not to take the charge if you are in foul-trouble. It's a judgement call and you are at the mercy of the officials.
Also see "Charge/Loose-ball Drill" ...
If the defensive player has a set position (i.e., both feet are stationary and arms are not in a downward motion) the contact can result in a charging foul against the offensive player (this is known as taking the charge for the fouled defensive ...
 See also: Basket, Charging, Basketball, Foul, Defense
  
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