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Rule of the Week #2

Published Fri 13 Mar 2026

Rule of the Week #2

Obstruction - Obstruction occurs when a player uses their body or stick to unfairly prevent an opponent from attempting to play the ball.

Common examples include:

Turning back into a defender

Shielding the ball while stationary
Running between the ball and an opponent without playing the ball

What this means for players

Keep the ball moving
Do not rely on body positioning alone
Play the ball — don’t protect space

What this means for umpires

Look for defenders within playing distance
If the attacker turns their back → likely obstruction
Early whistle builds control and flow

Body Obstruction Examples - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6vhhl-QE4kg

Stick Obstruction (aka Hack, Hacking, Stick Shielding) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=un5BH1lIBxY

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