In hockey, _______ is awarded if the ball goes over the back line after last being touched by a defender.

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  1. long corner
  2. off side
  3. free hit
  4. penalty corner

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Option 1 : long corner
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The correct answer is long corner.Key Points

  • Long corner is awarded when the ball goes over the back line after last being touched by a defender, giving the defending team a chance to regain possession.

Additional Information

  • Off side is a foul that occurs when an attacking player is ahead of the ball and closer to the opponent's goal than both the ball and the second-to-last defender.
  • Free hit is awarded when a foul occurs outside the shooting circle.
  • Penalty corner is awarded when a foul occurs inside the shooting circle.
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