Nonplaying personnel shall stand outside the free throw lane lines extended toward the sidelines throughout the game. Anything worn on the arm andor leg is considered to be a sleeve, except. There must have been over 30 rules change ideas ranging from practical to ludicrous. National federation of state high school associations nfhs basketball 201516 rules changes in general, the rules committee believe that the playing rules of basketball are in good condition. Basketball officials comprise a very large group of men and women who find great satisfaction in maintaining direct contact with a sport which has worldwide appeal. Basketball and soccer susie knoblauch lacrosse and spirit. Mens basketball rules changes for 2016 and 2017 each changed or altered segment is identified in the rules text by a blue shaded background. Resources on the ghsa web site beginning and ending dates constitution and bylaws white book sports specific procedures appendix b contest brackets appendix f officiating game fee chart appendix p fine chart dates to remember. Rule change rule 120 new nonplaying personnel nonplaying personnel, e. In general, it is made of neoprene or elastic knit with an insert embedded to support the joint. The nfhs writes playing rules for 17 sports for boys and girls at the high school level.
Exceptions to this rule can be overruled by the officials andor any basketball board member. National federation of state high school associations. The 2014 rule implementation regarding arm and leg sleeves was difficult to monitor and enforce by contest officials and coaches. Wearing tights below the uniform shorts would be legal.
Though the only approved mechanic included in the current 201517 nfhs officials manual is a single conference, the mhsaa has determined that the approved pregame conference to be used by its officials for the 201617 season is the two conferences protocol with which most officials have been accustomed from the past. National leadership organization for high school sports and fine arts activities. Nfhs 201819 basketball comments on the rules changes. Wiaa basketball rules and procedures at the end of each lesson you will need to successfully complete the lesson quiz. While the ball remains live, a loose ball always remains in control of the team. Please watch and enjoy the 201617 basketball season. Nonabrasive and unadorned, a maximum of 2 inches, and meet the color requirements sleeves, tights, headwristbands. Our mission is to provide the highest quality of basketball officiating, while adhering to nfhs rules and codes of fairness, promoting good sportsmanship with mutual respect,and upholding the honor, dignity and ethical standards of conduct as officials. Basketball is the most popular sport sponsored by the ahsaa, which is a member of the national federation. According to the 201415 nfhs high school athletics participation survey, basketball is the thirdmost. Beginning 201617 season no shorts may be turned over with exposed strings to the outside. National boys basketball coach of the year 201718 basketball rules changes 201920. All undershirts must match color of game day jerseys main color or a white tshirt but all players much match.
Nfhs reaches more than 19,000 high schools and 12 million participants in high school activity programs, including more than 7. Oregon school activities association osaa basketball. Rules changes 201718 nchsaa sportsmanship initiative together, we make the right call. The uil and have teamed up to make results, records, team information and stats from uil sports available using maxpreps sports information system.
The purpose of an approved set of mhsaa basketball officiating mechanics is twofold. It may or may not have a hinge andor straps or an opening over the knee cap. Inspiring individuals, encouraging excellence through educationbased. Nfhs basketball uniform rules do not require that the uniform pants be shorts. New rule on freethrow lane violations approved in high. Then next to the organization name nfhs click on the central hub link. Nfhs 201617 basketball exam part 1 with answers nfhs 201617 basketball exam part 2 no answers nfhs 201718 basketball exam part 1 no answers. See all 2 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Each school offering basketball should have received a copy of the nfhs basketball rules book from the osaa, 1 for girls and 1 for boys. 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.
In the exam situations, a refers to offensive team and b refers to their opponents, the defensive team. Contains the official rules for basketball and are desi. Rules clinic procedure the 201617 basketball rules clinic is comprised of three 3 lessons. Online basketball officiating mechanics manual for 2. Often there are questions on the test from the officials manual and handbook. High school associations 201617 nfhs basketball rules power point welcome. Ebooks are available via itunes and amazon, while print publications can be purchased on. Diaa concussion protocol parents and athletes must read and sign ppe concussion information sheet. Comments on the 201415 rules changes click here for the comments on the rules.
They are made and published by the nfhs in response to situations presented. For your convenience, nfhs offers rules and case books in multiple formats. Ebooks are available via itunes and amazon, while print publications can be purchased on nfhs. New rule on freethrow lane violations approved in high school basketball. Basketball rules interpretations 201617 by nfhs on october 10, 2016 publishers note. I think those surveys are as much about gaining insight on longterm opinion trends as they are about next years rules changes. The nfhs basketball rules committee remains concerned with the number of reports of improper uniforms, uniform adornments, and noncompliant accessories being worn by players in games. The proposals presented and approved are considered to be enhancements to the existing rules. Neubauer, cmaa executive director terre taylor coordinator of interscholastic athletics tina m. 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.
The size of the restricted area arc has been increased to four feet from three feet effective in. The addition of this information makes the rule complete and easy to understand. Making officials aware of the standards set for the spirit participants allows the. Video interpretation of the nfhs basketball rules book created through a partnership with the international association of. National authority on interscholastic activity programs. The national federation of state high school associations is the only source of official high school interpretations. The case book is universally used by officials who are interested in basketball game. Nfhs basketball rules changes and major editorial changes 2. State associations report that an inordinate amount of time is being spent with interpretations, clarifications, and reminders concerning. Online basketball officiating mechanics manual for 2person and 3person crews revised 06012016, approved for use for the 201617 season 1. Beginning 201617 season no prewrap is allowed as a head band. The player has the option of wearing long pants as the uniform bottom to be in compliance with nfhs rules as well.
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