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What is Ordinary foul in Water Polo?

A minor infringement, impeding, two-hand touches, holding the ball underwater when tackled, punished with a free throw to the opponent. Dozens are called every match; they reset the wrestling rather than stopping the game.

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Eggbeater kickSprint (swim-off)Shot clock (possession clock)Exclusion (kick-out)Man-up (power play, 6-on-5)Man-downFree throwPenalty throw (5-metre)
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