There is no faster way to learn the rules, and no better tool for refreshing yourself before the season and before every game. The ball may be batted in any direction with one or both hands never with the fist. Interpretations, clarifications and comments approved ruling 202 feb. Game will consist of two 20minute halves with five minutes between halves. Basic guide to the rules of basketball and refereeing. Official rules of the national basketball association 20162017 inside cover for nba official rulebook 20162017 102016. Oct 17, 2014 ninh explains the rules of nba ncaa basketball. If you choose to dunk then it is your responsibility to pay for the rim or backboard if it is broken or shattered. Free download or read online the book of basketball. Basketball rules b asic rules of basketball are pretty simple. Headquarters shall pass final approval on all regional rules, regulations and policies. The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 736 pages and is available in hardcover format.
The official fiba basketball rules of the game are valid for all game situations not specifically mentioned in the. The winner of a basketball game is the team with the most points. It is not intended to replace the official rule book. The hoop is an 18 inch cylinder attached to the backboard and positioned 10 feet off the ground.
Its purpose is to present the official rules and interpretations in a visual, easily understood form for the official, coach, player and spectator. James naismith, a physical education professor and instructor at the international young mens christian association training school ymca today, springfield college in springfield, massachusetts, usa, was trying to keep his gym class active on a rainy day. Art hyland, mens basketball secretaryrules editor art. Some of the rules listed in 190506 could have actually been instituted before that season. The play numbers identify the primary rule, section, article of the rules book which supports the interpretation. The earliest rules book available for this research was from the 190506 season. The uil and have teamed up to make results, records, team information and stats from uil sports available using maxpreps sports information system. The ncaa retains the 10second rule for mens play, and adopted this rule for womens play starting with the 2014 season.
The ball may be thrown in any direction with one or both hands. Two teams of five players each try to score by shooting a ball through a hoop elevated 10 feet above the. All games will be running clock with the following exceptions. The winner of a game of basketball is determined by the team scoring the greater number of points. The basketball game consists of four quarters of 10 minutes each. Two teams each have up to five players on the court at one time. Two teams of maximum 12 players, with a maximum of five players of each team on the court at any time.
For the first violation of rule 1061, the official shall warn the head coach unless the offense is judged to be major, in which. A player who is not a dribbler in control can keep tap a ball inbounds, go out of bounds. Basketball manual university interscholastic league uil. The basketball committee will not be held responsible for the damage cost. History of basketball in early december 1891, canadian american dr. For the first violation of rule 1061, the official shall warn the head coach unless the offense is judged to be major, in which case a technical foul shall be assessed. So keep reading, because by the end of this article, youll be up to speed on all the basketball rules so you can teach your players and help them develop. Basketball rules see fiba internal regulations, book 2. The official scorer kept a book containing the scoring and fouls made for each player and each team. The nfhs basketball rules are brought to life with referees exclusive playpic and mechanigram illustrations. There is a twominute interval between the first and second period, and also between the third and fourth period, with 15 minutes for halftime. Wbb rules book 2014 and 2015 ncaa womens basketball.
Each team is allowed to only five players on the court at one time at the beginning of the game a jump ball will be called and also when two players withheld the ball from play for. Ncaa mens basketball rules committee those seeking interpretations of rules or play situations are asked to send questions via email to. Please not that this booklet is an introduction to the rules of basketball based on fiba rules. The ncaa illustrated mens and womens basketball rules is an official publication of the ncaa mens and womens basketball rules committees.
The amount of time presently given is too long and allows for gamesmanship to be deployed. Reprinted from the ncaa mens and womens basketball rules and. However, like any sport, once played at an elite level, many additional rules intervene in order to address the many situations that may arise during a competitive game. Throughout the official basketball rules, all references made to a player, coach. The 25 most misunderstood rules in high school basketball. The first edition of the novel was published in may 5th 2009, and was written by bill simmons. It must be understood that this is done for practical reasons only. Rule and section references are for this edition unless otherwise indicated. Basketball officials signal chart instructions to and duties of scorers and timers for basketball games ncaa and nfhs major basketball rules differences 201920. Any rule not mentioned in the following will be governed by national federation of state high school association rules. Rule change rule 2125 timers duties sound a warning signal to begin the 15 seconds maximum permitted for replacing a disqualified or injured player, or for a player directed to leave the game. But before you can teach the rules to your team, you must know them yourself.
A team must have 4 players on the court at all times. 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. Throughout the official basketball rules interpretation, all references made to a player, head coach, official, etc. Two teams of five players each try to score by shooting a ball through a hoop elevated 10 feet above the ground. When i was the director of the southern california basketball academy, i would take a few minutes during each session to speak to my students about different aspects of.
Penalties called will include but are not limited to traveling, double dribbling, pushing, tripping, grabbing, reaches in on the ball and fouls on the shot. Throughout the official basketball rules, all references made to a player, coach, official, etc. Play numbers are designated with a decimal whereas a rule reference is shown with a dash. Rule book nba for 20162017 index 102016 team rule section article page number of players. You get points by throwing the basketball through the opponents hoop or basket. James naismith in december 1891 in springfield, massachusetts. Watch this short tutorial video guide on how to play basketball.
The time limit to replace a disqualified player is reduced to 15 seconds when the head coach fails to. National federation of state high school associations. Pro shooting secrets you will discover many scenes and quotes from the motion picture industry that will correlate training and shooting which will further enhance my points. Fiba official basketball rules valid from 1 october 2014 pdf 4 mb fiba official basketball equipment valid from 1 october 2014 pdf 841 kb.
It is replaced by a new f, when an intentionally kicked or fisted ball occurs with 19 seconds or less remaining, set the shot clock to 20 seconds. Rule 91 penalties 4b\if the second violation is by the free thrower or a teammate behind the free throw line extended ando\. Teams are required to bring their own basketball for warmup. Rule interpretation, commentary and play situations. This document supersedes all previously published fiba official interpretations. Fiba official basketball rules 2020 pdf download option. The court is divided into two main sections by the midcourt line. The threesecond rule which well discuss later in this article is just one of many great examples. These are the rules published in january 1892 in the school newspaper where he instituted the game. When a team receives their 7th collective foul in a half, the opposing team will enter the bonus and receive a free throw. A warning is not required prior to calling a technical foul. National basketball association 20162017 inside cover for nba official rulebook 20162017 102016. Teams score by shooting the basketball through the hoop.
Click here for information on how to display your epub download on ipad, kindle, nook, iphone, android and blackberry, plus your desktop browsers. Basketball new zealand basic guide to refereeing 1 basic guide to the rules of basketball and refereeing this booklet is designed to give you a basic summary of the main rules of basketball based on fiba rules. Three players are allowed if a player cannot continue due to an. The main characters of this sports and games, sports story are.
There is no faster way to learn the rules, and no better tool for refreshing yourself before the. Basketball basics the rules, concepts, definitions, and. Any rule not mentioned in the following will be governed by national federation of state high. In the last two minutes of the second period, the clock will stop on every violation, foul or free throw and will not start again until the. This book is a supplement to the actual rules book. Apr 16, 2017 basketball is an original american game invented by dr. Teams play oneway for two quarters, the other way for the next two. The rules and regulations of basketball are in place to protect participants and enhance their enjoyment of the game. At the most basic level, the rules of basketball make it an easy game to learn and a simple game to play. The rule will be interpreted as in the current high school federation rulebook. This rule remained until 2000, when fiba reduced the requirement to eight seconds, the nba following suit in 2001.
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