What is the stall count and how many seconds does it typically last?

• A. The defender's countdown on the thrower; typically ten seconds
• B. The offense's countdown on the stall
• C. The time allowed for a timeout
• D. The number of seconds the game stops for substitutions

Answer: (A)

Stall count is the defender’s countdown on the thrower, used to limit how long the thrower can hold the disc while marked. The defender marks the thrower and counts aloud, usually one second per count, giving the thrower ten seconds to release the disc. If the throw isn’t released before the count reaches ten, a turnover occurs and possession goes to the defense. The stall ends when a legal throw is released or a turnover happens, and the count is reset accordingly. This ten-second limit is standard in most leagues.