Let's examine the options to determine which statement about a soccer throw-in is not true:
A. Both hands must be on the ball - This is true. The player must use both hands to throw the ball.
B. Ball must come completely behind the head - This is also true. The ball must be released from behind the head.
C. Both feet must stay in contact with the ground - This statement is not true. At least one foot must be in contact with the ground (not necessarily both feet), but the player can lose contact with the ground by lifting the other foot when executing the throw.
D. The ball can be thrown in bounds with sidespin - This is true. There are no restrictions on spin in a throw-in as long as the basic throwing rules are followed.
Based on this analysis, the statement that is not true about a soccer throw-in is C. Both feet must stay in contact with the ground.
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