IAABO Rules Course Practice Test

When the official releases the ball to the thrower during a throw-in, team control shifts to the team that is attempting the throw-in, which is Team A in this scenario. This rule is important because it signifies that the team throwing the ball has the opportunity to establish possession and begin their offensive play. As soon as the ball is released, Team A can initiate movement and make strategic plays, fully utilizing their possession of the ball once it is in play.

Understanding when team control shifts helps players, coaches, and officials alike in recognizing the flow of the game and the responsibilities of each team. Contrary to this, options that suggest control remains with the defending team or that there is no team control do not accurately reflect the rules governing throw-ins, where the act of the official releasing the ball clearly designates control to the thrower’s team.