“ Any player catching the ball from the kick of an opponent is entitled to a hoist, or drop kick.
A player may catch the ball from a kick by his own side, if it is kicked at right angles to the goals, and he be on a line with the player kicking it. ”

“ When the ball is kicked to the limits of the field into line with the adversaries' goal, one of the opposite side is entitled to a fair kick either from the ground or a hoist — that is after throwing the ball in the air, to kick it while descending. ”

“ Opposing players are not allowed to be within five yards of the ball in case of a fair kick being obtained.
Touching the ball with the hands, except in catching it, is unlawful, as is also running with it in the hands. ”