NFHS 2024-25 Points of Emphasis...

Dec 4, 2024 by

Warning For Delay Delaying a game and allowing it to develop into an actionless contest is not beneficial to anyone involved in interscholastic competition. One of the officials’ roles is to ensure the game maintains an appropriate pace of play, including throughout the administration of penalties, throw-ins, free throws, etc. The NFHS rules allow for officials to give an initial warning to teams that violate Rule 4-47, which defines a warning for delay as an administrative procedure by an official that is recorded in the scorebook by the scorer and reported to the head coach. Warnings may be issued for the following: • Throw-in plane violations; • Huddle by either team or contact with the free thrower that delays the administration of the free throw; • Interfering with the ball following a goal; •...

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2024-25 BASKETBALL RULES CHANGES...

Dec 4, 2024 by

1-19: Limits the use of electronic devices used during a game for the purposes of recording and tracking stats, reviewing or diagramming plays, or other similar contest related functions. Rationale: Clarifies the type of electronic devices that are allowed during the game, prohibiting the use of voice and video recording devices worn during a contest. 2-11-11: Requires the non-official scorer(s) to compare records with the official scorer when multiple scorers are present. Rationale: Allows the official scorer to remain focused on game activity and places the responsibility of comparing scoring and other bookkeeping information on the auxiliary scorer(s). 3-3-6: Requires a player who has been injured to be removed from the game if the coach is beckoned by the official, whether the coach enters the playing area or not, or if bench personnel (i.e.,...

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IAABO 2024 Rules Changes/Points of Emphasis...

Oct 25, 2024 by

IAABO 2024 Rules Changes/Points of Emphasis

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Mercy Rule (PG County Middle School)...

Nov 14, 2023 by

Mercy Rule: Prince George’s County MIDDLE SCHOOL BASKETBALL The Mercy Rule for Basketball states that any time during a ball game that the point spread reaches 20 points or more, the time clock will run continuously except for time outs and injuries.  That means during free-throws as well. Eisenhower Middle School: Uniforms will not have legal numbers please do not penalize them for this infraction. Drew Freeman: The correct address is: 2600 Brooks Drive, Suitland/Silver Hill, MD – Next door to Suitland HS James Madison: Home games are at Forestville located at: 3393 Donnell Drive, Forestville,...

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NFHS 2023-24 New Rules Changes

Oct 27, 2023 by

NFHS 2023-24 New Rules Changes

2023-24 BASKETBALL RULES CHANGES  (Video) 2-1-3 NOTE (NEW): Requires the shot clock operator to sit at the scorer’s and timer’s table, if using a shot clock. Rationale: Establishes the placement of the shot clock operator for those states utilizing the shot clock and the growing use of video boards that allow tablet control from anywhere in the gym. 3-4-5: Requires uniform bottoms on teammates to be like-colored while allowing different styles of uniform bottoms among teammates. Rationale: Clarifies that teammates must all wear like-colored uniform bottoms but may wear multiple styles while aligning language with other NFHS rules codes. 3-5-6: Allows undershirts worn under visiting team jerseys to be black or a single solid color similar to the torso of the jersey. All teammates wearing undershirts must wear the same solid color. Rationale: Allows...

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NFHS 2023-24 Points of Emphasis...

Oct 26, 2023 by

NFHS 2023-24 Points of Emphasis

2023-24 Points of Emphasis Uniforms, Equipment and Apparel The NFHS regularly receives questions regarding the legality of uniforms, equipment and apparel. It is imperative that not only officials understand the rules governing uniforms and equipment, but coaches and players as well. Uniform jerseys must comply with the rules listed in 3-4, 3-5 and 3-6. The rules are concise and clear regarding what is and is not permissible on the jersey. An NFHS basketball uniform guide was created to illustrate the proper uniform design graphically. That document and an animated presentation can be found on the NFHS website. Uniforms A. Requests to make an exception to Rule 3-4, Uniforms (e.g., Pink Out night, Retro/Throw Back night, Military Appreciation night) must be submitted to the state association before the event for approval. Uniform requirements MAY NOT...

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