The basketball case book has been designated as an official supplement to the rules book by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs. National federation of state high school associations the nfhs writes playing rules for 17 sports for boys and girls at the high school level. Then both arms are extended straight out, at chest level, with fist clinched. Basketball uniforms legal stylesdesigns uniform jerseys must comply with all rules listed in 34, 35 and 36 uniform rules are concise and clear regarding what is, and what is not, permissible on the jersey coaches and school administrators.
The first step for an official who desires to work high school games is to become licensed with hisher own state high school association. Several equipment changes highlight high school basketball rules c. Inspiring individuals, encouraging excellence through educationbased athletics. State rules interpreters may contact the nfhs for model rules interpretations. In order to make nfhs rules skilllevel and agelevel appropriate, the rules may be modified by any organization that chooses to. The 25 most misunderstood rules in high school basketball. Head coaches in high school basketball will be allowed to come onto the court in an effort to break up a fight or keep a situation from escalating.
National leadership organization for high school sports and fine arts activities. If the shirt has sleeves, they must be the same length. The official shall verbally inform the offender, then with fingers of twohands, indicate to the scorer the number of the offender and the number of free throws. 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. 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.
High school associations nfhs basketball legal uniforms take part. The source for all high school basketball officials to find the rule and answers. A player who is not a dribbler in control can keep tap a ball inbounds, go out of bounds. Nfhs basketball officiating principles a better official. Nfhs rules are used by educationbased and noneducationbased organizations serving children of varying skill levels who are of high school age and younger. Rules changes 201718 nchsaa sportsmanship initiative together, we make the right call. Basketball rules changes 201920 by nfhs on september 12. Boys basketball team suspended from play in 201415 060514 nfhs basketball rule changes for 20142015 0514 board of control approves future championship sites, football alignment. Basketball uniforms legal stylesdesigns uniform jerseys must comply with all rules listed in 3all rules listed in 3434, 35 and 35 and 36 uniform rules are concise and clear regarding what is, and what is not, permissible on the jersey. High school associations 2020 nfhs baseball rules powerpoint welcome to the 2020 baseball rules powerpoint presentation.
High school associations 2019 nfhs football rules transitioning to nfhs rules general areas of attention. The case book is universally used by officials who are interested in basketball game administration. Handy resource for high school basketball officials. The sport ranks first in school sponsorship of girls and boys teams with 17,493. No score goal counts attempt and if successful delayed lane violation points scored use 1 or 2 fingers after signal 14 14 15 3point field goal 16 17 18 bonus free throw for 2nd throw. While the ball remains live, a loose ball always remains in control of the team whose player last had control, unless it is a try or tap for goal. Ebooks are available via itunes and amazon, while print publications can be purchased on nfhs. Nfhs rule 354d headbandswristbands must comply with logo requirements. The wiaa member schools have also adopted some additions to the nfhs rules in basketball. In addition to the nfhs, each state has its own interscholastic athletic association that governs basketball competition within the state.
State high school associations mission the national federation of state high school associations nfhs serves its members by providing leadership for the administration of educationbased high school athletics and activities through the writing of playing rules that emphasize health and safety, educational programs that develop leaders, and. Points of emphasis ankle sprains an effective exercise program can be performed with minimal equipment in as few as 5. Get the latest official nfhs high school basketball rules, updates, and interpretations. Searchable highlight notes bookmarks quizzes for all sports easy navigation immediate availability. When a foul occurs, an official shall signal the timer to stop the clock. For your convenience, nfhs offers rules and case books in multiple formats. The court is divided into two main sections by the midcourt line. The rules of high school baseball are designed for the age and skill level of high school players and best serve educationbased athletics. Nfhs basketball rules the wiaa follows nfhs rules for basketball. High school associations 201617 nfhs basketball rules power point welcome. National federation of state high school associations. Any person having questions about the interpretation of nfhs or. Contains the official rules for basketball and are designed to explain all aspects of the sport.
The nfhs is the sole and exclusive source of binding rules interpretations for contests involving its member schools. Basketball is the second most popular sport for girls and third most popular for boys at the high school level, according to the 2012 high school athletics participation survey conducted by the nfhs, with 433,120 girls and 538,676 boys participating nationwide. Nfhs rules should contact the rules interpreter designated by his or her state high school association. High school associations 201920 nfhs volleyball rules powerpoint rules changes major editorial changes points of emphasis. The game is played on a rectangular floor called the court, and there is a hoop at each end. Based on some fight situations that i have seen and heard about over the last couple years at the high school level, i believe that this change, which was instituted at the ncaa level, is a change that is good for the game of basketball and in regard to player safety. Searchable highlight areas of interest make notes desktop laptop availability easy navigation adjustable viewing size immediate availability nfhs rules book as. High school associations nfhs basketball legal uniforms. No other model rules interpretations should be considered. The national federation of state high school associations nfhs serves its members by providing leadership for the administration of. Click here for the 201920 nfhs comments on the rules. State high school associations mission the national federation of state high school associations nfhs serves its members by providing leadership for the administration of educationbased high school athletics and activities through the writing of playing rules that emphasize health and safety, educational programs that. Two teams of five players each try to score by shooting a ball through a hoop elevated 10 feet above the ground.
Shirts must be hemmed with no frayed or ragged edges. National federation of state high school associations nfhs located in indianapolis, in est. High school associations 201718 nfhs basketball rules power point welcome. High school associations nfhs basketball take part. No interschool game should be scheduled until this has been done. Indianapolis, in july 5, 2011 the use of altered or nonapproved bats in high school softball will draw an additional penalty for both players and coaches beginning with the 2012 season. Basketball officiating and rules information kentucky. Use of nonapproved interpretations or rulings that are contradictory to nfhs rules as written can confuse students, coaches, umpires and fans. As the name suggests, the nfhs governs the rules for 16 different sports for girls and boys in all 50 states and washington, d.
Undershirts must be a single solid color similar to the torso of the jersey. High school associations 201920 nfhs soccer rules power point. High school softball rules change enforces stricter penalty for illegal bats. The nfhs is the sole and exclusive source of model interpretations of nfhs rules. Nfhs reaches more than 19,000 high schools and 12 million participants in high school activity programs, including more than 7. There is no 3second count between the release of a shot and the. All seven rules revisions recommended by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs. High school basketball rules are set by an organization known as the national federation of state high school associations.
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