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What is Overcarrying in Gaelic Football?

The technical foul of taking more than four steps without releasing, bouncing or soloing the ball — also called 'steps'. Punished with a free to the opposition.

Example: The referee pulled him for overcarrying as he burst through.

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PointGoalTwo-pointerHand-passSoloSolo-and-goKickoutMark
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