Which action demonstrates trapping a thrown ball against the body?

• A. Catches with one hand
• B. Traps thrown ball against body
• C. Throws a ball back overhead
• D. Kicks a ball while standing still

Answer: (B)

Trapping a ball against the body means using the torso (or another body surface) to absorb the ball’s momentum and keep it in contact with you so you can gain clear possession. The action that shows this most clearly is pressing the thrown ball against the body and holding it there, which stops the ball quickly and lets you control it without it bouncing away.

Catching with one hand doesn’t demonstrate trapping against the body because it relies on the hand, not keeping the ball in contact with the body to secure possession. Throwing the ball back overhead is a follow-up action after receiving, not a control maneuver. Kicking the ball while standing still uses the foot, not the body to trap, so it isn’t trapping.