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Water Polo Rules
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1. What is the primary consequence of a player committing a brutality foul?
A brutality foul results in the player being ejected from the game with substitution after 20 seconds. This is the most severe penalty, unlike a free throw, penalty shot, or temporary exclusion.
2. How many seconds does a team have to shoot the ball after gaining possession?
A team has 30 seconds to shoot the ball after gaining possession. This rule is designed to keep the game moving and prevent stalling.
3. What is the correct action when a player commits a foul inside the 6-meter area while preventing a probable goal?
A foul inside the 6-meter area while preventing a probable goal results in a penalty shot for the opposing team. This is a significant penalty due to the high probability of scoring.
4. What is the maximum number of players from each team allowed in the pool at any given time?
The maximum number of players from each team allowed in the pool at any given time is 7. This includes 6 field players and 1 goalkeeper.
5. What is the term for a foul where a player pushes off an opponent to gain an advantage?
Pushing off is the term for a foul where a player pushes off an opponent to gain an advantage. Holding, impeding, and sinking are different types of fouls.
6. During a game, what happens if a player commits three personal fouls?
A player who commits three personal fouls is ejected from the game with substitution. This rule ensures fair play and prevents excessive fouling.
7. What is the correct action when a referee signals a neutral throw?
In a neutral throw, the ball is placed on the water, and the two players compete for it. This is used when the ball goes out of bounds without a clear fault.
8. What is the primary role of the center forward in water polo?
The center forward's primary role is to score goals near the 2-meter line. They are positioned close to the goal and are key for offensive plays.
9. What is the 'advantage rule' in water polo?
The advantage rule means the referee allows play to continue if a foul is committed but the non-fouling team has an advantage. This keeps the game flowing.
10. What is the correct way to take a free throw in water polo?
During a free throw, the player can either shoot or pass the ball. There is no requirement to pass or shoot directly at the goal.
11. What is the term for a foul where a player interferes with the free movement of an opponent?
Impeding is the term for a foul where a player interferes with the free movement of an opponent. Holding, sinking, and pushing off are different types of fouls.
12. What is the main objective of the 'press defense' in water polo?
The main objective of the 'press defense' is to force turnovers in the opponent's half of the pool by applying pressure and disrupting their passing lanes.
13. What is the correct procedure when a player is excluded for 20 seconds?
When a player is excluded for 20 seconds, they must go to the exclusion area and wait for the 20 seconds to expire before re-entering the game.
14. What is the 'wet pass' in water polo?
A 'wet pass' is a pass that is intentionally thrown into the water for a teammate to retrieve. This is often used to maintain possession and advance the ball.
15. What is the 'eggbeater kick' primarily used for in water polo?
The 'eggbeater kick' is primarily used to tread water and maintain a stable position, allowing players to keep their hands free for passing and shooting.
16. What is the correct action when a player is 'sinking' an opponent?
Sinking an opponent results in the player being excluded for 20 seconds. This is a foul that prevents the opponent from moving freely.
17. What is the 'perimeter' in water polo?
The 'perimeter' in water polo refers to the area outside the 6-meter line, where players often position themselves for shots and passes.
18. What is the role of the 'driver' in water polo?
The role of the 'driver' is to swim quickly and create scoring opportunities by making runs and drawing defenders away from the goal.
19. What is the 'exclusion zone' in water polo?
The 'exclusion zone' is the area where excluded players wait before re-entering the game after serving their 20-second penalty.
20. What is the correct action when the ball goes out of bounds?
When the ball goes out of bounds, it is given to the team that did not cause it to go out of bounds. This prevents the team at fault from gaining an advantage.