During play, who is permitted to ask the first referee about a fault?

• A. Captain
• B. Assistant Referee
• C. Any Player
• D. Scorekeeper

Answer: (A)

During live play, the team captain serves as the official spokesperson for the team when interacting with the referee. If there's a need to ask about a fault or seek clarification, the captain is the one who may pose the question to the first referee. This keeps communication orderly by providing a single representative to approach the official. The assistant referee handles line calls from the sideline, and the scorekeeper focuses on keeping score; they don't initiate discussions with the referee during a rally. Coaches can speak to the referee during stoppages, but not while the ball is in play. That’s why the captain is the person permitted to ask the first referee about a fault.