AboutBret Temple Expertise My expertise happens to be in Basketball Officiating. So I can answer any question pertaining to Basketball Rules.
Experience I have been a Basketball Official now for over 15 years, officiating all levels from Youth basketball Leagues all the way up to the High school Level.
Education/Credentials El Sorrino Officials Association Basketball School CIF (California Interscholastic Federation)Certified
Question If the player with the ball shoots and misses rim and
backboard, and he runs to the other side and catches the
ball, is that a legal play?
Answer HI Angel,
The answer to your question is YES it is a legal play. The rule is as long as it's a legitimate shot attempt, the player that shot the ball may catch their own ball even if it's an "Air Ball". This rule applies in all leagues except for the NBA.
