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Join hosts Mike D the Referee and special guest hosts Daniel Chamberlin, Coach Chip Seagle, and NJFOA official Tommy Barlow for a deep dive into the wild world of Rule 6: Kickoffs and Other Free Kicks.
In this episode, we break down everything you need to know about free kicks—from kickoff formations and onside kicks to touchbacks, fair catches, and those head-scratching scenarios that leave officials, coaches, and fans alike saying, “Wait, what just happened?” We’ll explore key definitions, unusual infractions, and real-game examples, including:
What makes a kick legal (or illegal) and when can you recover or advance it?
First touching, out-of-bounds kicks, and the unique options available to the receiving team.
Fair catch rules, kick catching interference, and the rare but thrilling free kick field goal after a fair catch.
The “crazy stuff” that can happen on kickoffs—onside kicks, pop-up kicks, and more.
With insights from veteran officials, a seasoned coach, and a cadet supervisor, this episode is packed with practical advice, rule interpretations, and stories from the field that will help officials, coaches, and fans alike understand the complexities and excitement of Rule 612.
Don’t miss this lively discussion that’s sure to clarify the rules—and maybe even spark a few new debates!
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Join hosts Mike D the Referee and special guest hosts Daniel Chamberlin, Coach Chip Seagle, and NJFOA official Tommy Barlow for a deep dive into the wild world of Rule 6: Kickoffs and Other Free Kicks.
In this episode, we break down everything you need to know about free kicks—from kickoff formations and onside kicks to touchbacks, fair catches, and those head-scratching scenarios that leave officials, coaches, and fans alike saying, “Wait, what just happened?” We’ll explore key definitions, unusual infractions, and real-game examples, including:
What makes a kick legal (or illegal) and when can you recover or advance it?
First touching, out-of-bounds kicks, and the unique options available to the receiving team.
Fair catch rules, kick catching interference, and the rare but thrilling free kick field goal after a fair catch.
The “crazy stuff” that can happen on kickoffs—onside kicks, pop-up kicks, and more.
With insights from veteran officials, a seasoned coach, and a cadet supervisor, this episode is packed with practical advice, rule interpretations, and stories from the field that will help officials, coaches, and fans alike understand the complexities and excitement of Rule 612.
Don’t miss this lively discussion that’s sure to clarify the rules—and maybe even spark a few new debates!
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