Rules Analysis
USAU 2020-21 Rules
13. Turnovers
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The following actions result in a turnover and a stoppage of play:

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13.D.5

An offensive player uses an item of equipment to assist in catching a pass (e.g., throwing a hat or shirt at the disc). If a defender uses an item of equipment to assist in blocking or intercepting a pass, the intended receiver is awarded possession at the spot on the playing field nearest the location the intended receiver occupied at the time of the infraction. If the intended receiver was in the end zone, 11.B and 11.C apply.

Tacky gloves are legal and do not result in a turnover under this rule.

13.D.5
Children
13.D.5
Associates
USAU 11th Edition Rules
12.D.6

An offensive player uses an item of equipment to assist in catching a pass (e.g., throwing a hat or shirt at the disc). If a defender uses an item of equipment to assist in blocking or intercepting a pass, the intended receiver is awarded possession.

Tacky gloves are legal and do not result in a turnover under this rule.