Laws of the Game

10.0 Ball Possession

 

 

 

  
 

 

  

 

 
 
10.1 A player may hold the ball for any length of time provided he is not held by an opponent.
   
10.2 If he runs with the ball he must bounce it or touch it on the ground at least once within every 15 metres from the commencement of his run, whether running in a straight line or turning and dodging.
   
10.3 If a player with the ball bounces it, he is deemed to be in possession of the ball.

 
 
10.4 If he runs with the ball and handballs it over an opponent's head and catches it, he must, within 15 metres of commencing his run or striking the ball on the ground, bounce it or touch the ground with it or dispose of the ball.
   
10.5 A player who lies on or over the ball is deemed to be in possession of the ball.
 

 

 

  
 
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