Official rules the official rules will be the national federation high school nfhs rules for the current year, except where modified by the aau boys basketball rule book. High school basketball rules are set by an organization known as the national federation of state high school associations. Alabamas murr finishes basketball career among alltime scoring le. This basketball rules guide was not created to compete with the comprehensive rule books that are available like the official fiba basketball rules and nfhs rules book. Each year, the national federation of state high school associations publishes an updated rule book for boys and girls varsity basketball to. Several equipment changes highlight high school basketball rules changes. Basketball north carolina high school athletic association. To become varsity eligible, new officials of football, basketball, baseball, and wrestling must attend a clinic within the first three years of registration. The official manual for high school boys and girls basketball with information concerning. E books are available via itunes and amazon, while print publications can be purchased on. Basketball national federation of state high school associations. Documentsupdated threeperson mechanics 20192021 201920 basketball rules presentationsample clinic outline officiating education basketball north carolina high school athletic association jump to.
Remember that they are trying to help you be a better player. March brings state basketball tournaments and talk. Official high school federation basketball rules and regulations. Rules books and case books available as ebooks nfhs. Usa basketball and the nba have adopted fiba international basketball federation rules for the grades 912 age segment and created progressive sets of rules and standards for younger age segments ages 14 and under. State rules interpreters may contact the nfhs for model rules interpretations. Throughout the official basketball rules, all references made to a player, coach, official, etc. The uil and have teamed up to make results, records, team information and stats from uil sports available using maxpreps sports information system. Handbook kansas state high school activities association.
Viewed for years as the ihsaas gold standard event, iowa high school hoops has produced countless college and professional standouts. Officials should correct a rule if a mistake has been made. New rule on freethrow lane violations approved in high school basketball new rules regarding electronic devices approved in high school softball new substitution opportunity in high school soccer. The nfhs is the sole and exclusive source of model interpretations of nfhs rules. National federation of high schools south dakota interscholastic athletic administrators association south dakota high school coaches association active hytek. Make decisions on outcomes where the timer and scorekeeper disagree. Basketball football golf usga rules govern play except where local rules are necessary. The onestop source for fhsaa registered officials, the fhsaa officials guidebook contains all regulations pertaining to the fhsaa contest officials program, including registration guidelines and procedures, sanctioning of local officials associations, uniform requirements, fee scales, etc.
High school basketball rules states that officials can declare a forfeit if they see fit. I think it would help girls who are in these two sports to comply with the rule without confusion. As the name suggests, the nfhs governs the rules for 16 different sports for girls and boys in all 50 states and washington, d. The following rules and regulations are applicable to coaches and administrators for iowa girls high school sports. Each year, the national federation of state high school associations publishes an updated rule book for boys and girls varsity basketball to ensure consistent. The onestop source for fhsaa registered officials, the fhsaa officials guidebook contains all regulations pertaining to the fhsaa contest officials program, including registration guidelines and procedures, sanctioning of local officials associations, uniform requirements, fee. A cdrom of the piaa handbook is available to order annually at the beginning of each school year. Adcoaches order handbooks and rule books athletic directors coaches mywiaa coaches school maxpreps job openings games wanted. Basketball rules all coaches and players must know easy to learn. Iowa has been among the national leaders in boys basketball since its first state tournament in 1912. To qualify, registrants must be a high school student or older, have a thorough understanding of the sport you wish to officiate, and the ability to interpret and apply rules. High school basketball rules differ from college and nba play in the following areas. Officiating education basketball north carolina high.
Girls are wearing headbands that are wider than 2 inches in basketball but are allowed to wear up to 3inch headbands in volleyball. The kansas state high school activities association does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age in its programs and activities. Five changes to high school basketball rules approved. The national collegiate athletic association ncaa oversees the college game. Thsboa texas high school basketball officials association. A head coach who does not attendview a rule meeting will be prohibited from coaching hisher team during the tournament series. The national collegiate athletic association ncaa oversees college basketball regulations while the nba has its own rule book. The mshsaa promotes the value of participation, sportsmanship, team play, and personal excellence to develop citizens who make positive contributions to their community and support the democratic principles of our state and nation. Boys and girls basketball tournament regulations revised 1. Below is a listing of the e books currently available for purchase. The 25 most misunderstood rules in high school basketball.
Playpic a shows a legal screen as the screener is inbounds with legal position. High school basketball rules have many points in their regulations that turn the. Basketball officiating and rules information kentucky. Clarification of rules pertaining to electronic equipment permitted in the bench area. Nfhs rules should contact the rules interpreter designated by his or her state high school association. Kshsaa basketball manual an official publication of the kansas state high school activities association 601 sw commerce. A new entry in the nfhs basketball rules book clarifies that a player standing on a boundary. The piaa handbook contains information regarding the piaa constitution and bylaws, policies and procedures, rules and regulations, sports medicine guidelines, and forms. The ncaa has separate mens and womens basketball rules committees that determine the game regulations for mens and womens intercollegiate basketball. It is not the responsibility of game officials to enforce the half rule. Aia sports at all levels are cancelled for the remainder of the school year. Where a specific rule or standard is not explicitly indicated, the recommendation is to follow official fiba rules.
It must be understood that this is done for practical reasons only. Iowa high school boys basketball information ihsaa. It is not possible for a player to travel while dribbling. Official basketball rules college basketball rules. The legislative body is the national council made up of one representative from each member state association. The construction and layout of all courts and fields used for high school competition are. National committee governance and administration a. All gofan purchased tickets will be refunded back to the original method of payment used the expected processing time for refunds is 5 to 10 business days and will vary based on cancellation volume. Schools must report violations to the wiaa following competition.
The amazon versions can be downloaded and used on apple or android devices with the kindle app. Basketball rules all coaches and players must know easy. Membership is open to secondary schools providing interschool athletic activities for boys and girls in grades 712. Get the latest official high school basketball rules, updates, and interpretations. South dakota public broadcasting national federation of high schools south dakota interscholastic athletic administrators association south dakota high school coaches association active hytek. National federation of state high school associations. The new york state public high school athletic association inc. Sports wisconsin interscholastic athletic association. Gardner, publisher theresia wynns, editor nfhs publications to maintain the sound traditions of this sport, encourage sportsmanship and minimize the inherent risk of injury, the national federation of state high school associations writes playing rules for varsity competition among. Officials, basketball coaches and members of press, radio and television the basketball manual is designed to provide general information for use in the administration of the kshsaa basketball program as well as the substate and state tournaments. Game differences physical environment and length of play. Nfhs high school basketball rules get the latest official high school basketball rules, updates, and interpretations.
No other model rules interpretations should be considered. Official high school federation basketball rules and. A player who is not a dribbler in control can keep tap a ball inbounds, go out of bounds. Experimental rule regarding the use of technology 201921 basketball rules changes march 5, 2019. Several equipment changes highlight high school basketball rules c. No student shall participate in more than three halves on any given day. All changes were subsequently approved by the nfhs board of directors. While the ihsaa follows these rules closely, some of them have been modified specifically for the state of indiana. Wyoming high school activities association has been a member of the national federation since february 24, 1936. Rules book corrections, interpretations and clarifications. Dont waste your team reading an official 196page book of basketball rules.
As stated at the start of the article, rules change all the time and vary between different leagues and age groups. Most misunderstood basketball rules officiate what you see referee the defense rough play verticality officials observation program. Rogers becomes tennessees alltime winningest girls basketball coach. Violations are considered in the same manner as a school using an ineligible student. Download your free copy of the latest ncaa basketball rules. For your convenience, nfhs offers rules and case books in multiple formats. Wisconsin interscholastic athletic association 5516 vern holmes drive stevens point, wi 544828833. State statistical leaders website sudden cardiac arrest. Documentsupdated threeperson mechanics 20192021 201920 basketball rules presentationsample clinic outline. All officials are required to view an online rules interpretation meeting pertaining to their sports before the season begins. Rule meeting attendance viewing for head coaches is mandatory. Rules meetings rule meeting attendance viewing for head coaches is mandatory. The national federation of state high school associations writes and governs the high school basketball rules in the u. Nba hopes referee clinics encourage more to apply for officiati.
High school basketball rules the areas of difference. I am suggesting that we make the basketball and volleyball rule codes on headbands, the same. Basketball officials sportspecific officials sdhsaa. Handbook 2020 proposed amendments member school directory newsletter read subscribe order handbooks and rule books wiaawoa statewide agreement sudden cardiac arrest guidelines. Kentucky high school athletic association khsaa studentathletes of today, leaders of tomorrow. Screen rule 440 a new entry in the nfhs basketball rules book clarifies that a player standing on a boundary line cannot set a legal screen because heshe does not have legal position on the playing floor. This manual is made available to every member school, registered basketball official. January 2019 official basketball rules 2018 page 41 of 96 33. This new rule was one of the five changes recommended by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs basketball rules committee at its april 1012 meeting in indianapolis. The michigan high school athletic association, inc. Stay involved with iowa high school athletics by registering as an official.
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