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Whirlic: is a score in WhirlyBall™ = 2 points.
Power Shot: Comparable to a lay-up in Basketball.
Scooping: Hitting an opponent scoop while going for the ball. In league
play, a two point penalty.
Roll-Off: While contacting an opponent’s bumper, player does a 360 degree roll-off
turn and continues momentum.
Wall Bouncing: Running into the wall and spinning around to advance
yourself or lose and opponent.
Bounce Passing: Bouncing the ball off the floor while passing it to
a teammate.
The Back Door: The area to the side of the key where people frequently
lurk to make a quick move to the target.