Legpool

Legpool is a term that generally refers to a situation in certain sports or games where a player's physical leg or limb is used to deliberately obstruct or impede the movement of an opponent. This action is often considered a foul or an illegal maneuver, depending on the specific rules of the game. The intent behind a legpool is to gain an unfair advantage by slowing down, tripping, or unbalancing the opposition.

The legality and interpretation of legpool vary significantly across different sports. In soccer, for instance, a deliberate leg extension to trip an opponent is a clear foul, resulting in a free kick and potentially a yellow or red card for unsportsmanlike conduct. Similarly, in basketball, using one's leg to impede a player's drive to the basket can be called a foul. However, in some contact sports where incidental contact is more common, distinguishing between a legitimate defensive play and an illegal legpool can be more nuanced and often left to the referee's discretion. The severity of the action and the potential for injury are key factors in how officials rule on such incidents.