Elliot hopkins, mld, caa, 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 studentathletes of high school age. The freethrow semicircles shall be marked on the playing court with a radius of. National boys basketball coach of the year 201718 basketball rules changes 201920. High school basketball rules are set by an organization known as the national federation of state high school associations. High school basketball rules are set by an organization known as the national. The national federation of state high school associations writes and governs the high school basketball rules in the u. Each year, the national federation of state high school associations publishes an updated rule book for boys and girls varsity basketball to ensure consistent standards for competition across the u. They are made and published by the nfhs in response to situations. Using the national federation spirit rules book iowa. Learn more about common rules and guidelines for kids leagues. Rule 186 allows for team personnel to utilize technology more. Be sure your players and community understand this rule before violations.
Page 6 of 96 official basketball rules 2018 january 2019. A substitute may enter between halves, during a timeout, or any other dead ball situation. If done during free throws, they can enter before the final attempt in the. Gardner, publisher bob colgate, 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 studentathletes of high school age. As the name suggests, the nfhs governs the rules for 16 different sports for girls. Searchable highlight areas of interest make notes desktop laptop availability easy navigation adjustable viewing size immediate availability nfhs rules book as e. Nfhs basketball rules will govern play for any rules not covered. The national federation of state high school associations is the only source of official high school interpretations. The objective of the game is to put the ball in the opposing teams basket. 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. An electronic device is defined as any device that accomplishes its purpose electronically. 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. The national federation of state high school associations nfhs is the national leader for educationbased high school athletics and activities, which prepare tomorrows leaders for the next level of life through innovative programs, healthy participation, achievement, and development of positive relationships. In college ball, two free throws are allowed and the game resumes at the point.
View full blue book table of contents cardinal athletic principles code of ethics prefacecif southern section office administrative and general. The coach is allowed free substitution of any player who has not been. High school associations 201718 nfhs basketball rules power point welcome. Official basketball rules high school basketball rules.
A1 should shoot two free throws and team a should be awarded the ball for a throwin at the spot. Where a specific rule or standard is not explicitly indicated, the recommendation is to follow official fiba rules. National federation of state high school associations 201517 nfhs basketball officials manual mechanics changes. National federation of state high school associations nfhs basketball 201415 rules changes major editorial changes points of emphasis 2. E books are available via itunes and amazon, while print publications can be purchased on. They are made and published by the nfhs in response to situations presented. Page 8 of 96 official basketball rules 2018 january 2019 2. The ghsa constitution and bylaws for 20192020 white book is available. A member of the national federation of state high school associations. 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. The official shall sound hisher whistle and go to the table to have the scorer record a team warning for delay. National federation of state high school associations vision the national federation of state high school associations nfhs is the national leader for educationbased high school athletics and activities, which prepare tomorrows leaders for the next level of life through innovative programs, healthy participation. 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.
High school basketball rules have many points in their regulations that turn the game. Official high school federation basketball rules and. Click here for the 201819 nfhs basketball rules interpretations. Click here for the 201920 nfhs basketball rule changes. Click here for the 201718 nfhs basketball point of emphasis. As a result, youth basketball rules vary depending on the organization running the league. Technology has presented coaches and players with a wide variety of devices that can be used for their improvement. Official high school federation basketball rules and regulations. 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. National federation of state high school associations.
All the official nfhs rules and caseplays together in one place. Review the basketball section in the 201819 wiaa handbook. The national federation of state high school associations nfhs is the. All specifics in each rule andor exception must be followed in order to be legal. Basketball rules see fiba internal regulations, book 2. Basic rules international basketball federation fiba.
Women same as men plus minor conduct violations of unsportsmanlike conduct guidelines by any bench personnel. Nfhs coaches and officials association paid members get all books for. A personal foul results in free throws if the offensive player is shooting when. Ebooks are available via itunes and amazon, while print publications can be purchased on. Get the latest official high school basketball rules, updates, and interpretations. Free throw clock, startunsuccessful rule section article page. Rules by topic merges the rulebook and the casebook so you can see everything that applies to a rule together in one place with supporting information and definitions.
Refer to the index in the back of the book to find the exact rule references. As the name suggests, the nfhs governs the rules for 16 different sports for girls and boys in all 50 states and washington, d. High school associations 201617 nfhs basketball rules power point welcome. The team with the most points at the end of the game wins. Rule 1 definitions for both cheer and dancedrillpom. National girls basketball coach of the year 201718 fred lorensen. Below are some helpful hints for using the national federation spirit rules book to find information more easily. Basketball rules interpretations 201920 by nfhs on october 09, 2019 basketball. Refer to the nfhs basketball case book page 77, rule 10.
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