What happens if I fall out of my wheelchair?

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If there is a safety concern for you, the umpire suspends play immediately. If there is no safety concern, the umpires hold their whistles until the play in progress is finished. If you cannot get back into your chair unassisted, the umpire suspends play at the next stoppage so support staff can come on to help. No support staff may enter the playing surface while the clock is running. If you fall out of the chair to gain possession of the ball, or by falling you keep opponents from getting the ball, the ball is awarded to the opposing team. The clock may be stopped at the umpire's discretion when a player falls in the first three quarters or first half, for example if you are taking a long time to get back into your chair.