Technical Foul
A technical foul is instigated when a member of a team (players, coaches, etc.) engage in a significant infraction that go beyond regular fouls or do not fit the description of regular fouls. Also, striking the ball with your hand and hitting your opponents hand in the process is also considered a foul.
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