In college basketball, the term “bonus” refers to a situation where a team is awarded free throws due to the opposing team committing a certain number of fouls during a half. Here’s how it works:
1. Team Fouls: In college basketball, each team is allowed up to six fouls per half before entering the “bonus” situation. Once a team commits its seventh team foul in a half, the opposing team is awarded free throws on most non-shooting fouls. This is called being “in the bonus.”
2. One-and-One Free Throws: When a team is in the bonus, the fouled player gets one free throw. If they make the first free throw, they are awarded a second attempt. This is called a “one-and-one” free throw situation.
3. Double Bonus: If a team commits 10 or more fouls in a half, the opposing team enters the “double bonus” situation. In this case, the fouled player is awarded two free throws regardless of whether the first attempt is made or missed.
The bonus rule is meant to discourage excessive fouling and promote more free throws, especially as the game nears the end of a half.
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