1938-39

Both start to ride to the ball with equal rights. A collision is
probable at X. A must be given way to, as he has followed more
closely the line on which the ball has been travelling.
Example V
Field Rule 16.—Crossing.
No. 2 (red), in possession of the ball, hits to X.
All three players ride for the ball ; No. i (red) riding off the
back (blue) all the way, and a collision between the three is
imminent at X.
No. 2 (red) is entitled to possession. A dangerous foul should
be given against No. i (red) if he causes the back to cross No. 2,
or if he causes the back to pull up so as to avoid a collision with
the No. 2.
Example VI
Field Rule 16 (a).—Two players following line of ball.
ANY PLAYER
RED OR BLUE
X RED BACK V
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GOAL
BLUE 1.
The ball has been hit to X. Red (back) and Blue (No. i) are
following up the line of the ball, riding each other off for possession.
They have the right of way over the single player of either side
coming in to meet the ball from any direction, and against whom a
dangerous foul should be given unless he pulls out in ample time.