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. The panel in the shoulder area of the jersey on the back. Through its 50 member state associations and the district of columbia, the nfhs reaches more than 19,500 high schools and 12 million participants in high school activity programs, including more than 7. National girls basketball coach of the year 201718 fred lorensen. Official basketball rules high school basketball rules the national federation of state high school associations writes and governs the high school basketball rules in the u. Rules and case book are now available for purchase as ebooks. The national federation of state high school associations is the only source of official high school interpretations. Fiba organises the most famous and prestigious international basketball competitions including the fiba basketball world cup, the fiba world championship for women and the fiba 3x3 world tour. Throughout the official basketball rules, all references made to a player, coach, official, etc. The national federation of state high school associations nfhs serves its members by providing leadership for the. National boys basketball coach of the year 201718 basketball rules changes 201920.
National federation of state high school associations. I have updated to current numbers and sections in contrasting color. National basketball rules effective september 1, 2017 the national high school federation rules and regulations nhsf will apply to all usssa games with the following exceptions. The coach, pitcher or catcher of the defensive team may request an intentional walk either before or during the pitch count. The website features live and on demand videos, basketball news, over 70,00 players profile. Girls high school basketball league rules national federation of high school association is official rule book, with the following noted or added. Jan 01, 2019 by national federation of state high school associations nfhs, referee enterprises inc. National federation of state high school associations membership 50 member state associations and d. The rules state that the accepted basketball court measurements are 84 feet long by 50 feet long with a half court line dividing the court into two equal halves. The national federation of state high school associations nfhs is the body that writes the rules of competition for most high school sports and activities in the united states. 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.
A new entry in the nfhs basketball rules book clarifies that a player standing on a boundary line cannot set a legal screen because heshe does not have legal position on the playing floor. Watch coverage of boys and girls high school sports and activities across the country at. Rule change rules 344 uniforms identifying names shall adhere to the following. The official shall sound hisher whistle and go to the table to have the scorer record a team warning for delay. Official high school federation basketball rules and regulations. Nfhs rulebooks categories 2020 baseball rules book price. Rule change timeouts, time between sets rules 553b12. All seven rules revisions recommended by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs basketball rules committee at its april 2325 meeting in indianapolis were. Referees lead both teams in prayer at center court before every game. 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, achievement, and.
Middle and high school grades 7 thru 12 will consist of two sixteen minute halves and will use a regulation size basketball. Seven high school athletic administrators to be inducted into niaa. Five of the seven rules changes in high school basketball concern player equipment, including new uniform provisions that will be required in the 202425 season. Rules changes 201718 nchsaa sportsmanship initiative together, we make the right call. Seven former standout athletes headline 2020 class of national high. The national federation of high school basketball rules. Sep 26, 2014 201415 nfhs basketball rules and case book as ebooks electronic versions of the nfhs basketball rules and case book are now available for purchase as ebooks.
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. Each year, the national federation of state high school associations publishes an updated rule book for boys and girls varsity basketball to. As the name suggests, the nfhs governs the rules for 16 different sports for girls and boys in all 50 states and washington, d. And though every public school district across the country is governed by the same set of regulations, each state interscholastic athletic association publishes its own. Risk minimization remains theme of 202021 high school. The nfhs basketball rule book, and therefore the chsaa rule book, sets the regulations for high school basketball courts in colorado high school basketball. Nfhs high school basketball rules get the latest official high school basketball rules, updates, and interpretations.
Nfhs rules should contact the rules interpreter designated by his or her state high school association. South dakota public broadcasting national federation of high schools south dakota interscholastic athletic administrators association south dakota high school coaches association active hytek. No other model rules interpretations should be considered. Apple, android and kindle users can buy e books from and view them through the kindle app.
Below is a listing of the ebooks currently available for purchase. Except where the following rules apply, play is governed by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs rules book. This change to allow intentional walks was enacted to align fast pitch and slow pitch rules, to keep up with current trends of the sport, and also to maximize the flow of the game. One of those is not having a shot clock in the aia, which follows the national federation of high schools rule book. Bailey remains scoring leader in indiana high school history augustus 8foot hoop of dreams spurred hall of fame journey several equipment changes highlight high school basketball rules c. Nfhs rules are used by educationbased and noneducationbased organizations serving children of varying skill levels who are of high school age and younger. The nfhs writes playing rules for 17 sports for boys and girls at the high school level.
Click here for the 201920 nfhs basketball rule changes. Rule change rule 112lc the ball shall have a deeplypebbled, granulated surface, with horizontally shaped panels bonded tightly to the. About 18,500 member schools abide by the rules put in place by the nfhs, ensuring. Basketball officials sportspecific officials sdhsaa. The national federation consists of the fifty individual state high school athletic andor activities associations and the association of the district of columbia. The website features live and on demand videos, basketball news, over 70,00 players. The national federation of high school basketball rules book in rule 112 article 1 author. 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. Games are played according the national federation of state high school associations basketball rules book nfhs.
Overtime is 3 minutes or the first team to gain a fourpoint lead. Game forfeiture process clarified in 202021 high school basketball. For 2015 the obr book was completely revised and reorganized. Nfhs reaches more than 19,000 high schools and 12 million participants in high school activity programs, including more than 7. High school associations 201819 nfhs basketball rules power point welcome to the 201819 basketball power. For your convenience, nfhs offers rules and case books in multiple formats.
High school basketball rules are set by an organization known as the national federation of state high school associations. 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. Also affiliate, are ten interscholastic organizations from the canadian provinces of alberta, british columbia, manitoba, new. The amazon versions can be downloaded and used on apple or android devices with the kindle app. Its in the national federation of state high school associations basketball rule book. The official website of fiba, the international basketball federation, and the governing body of basketball. State rules interpreters may contact the nfhs for model rules interpretations. Playpic a shows a legal screen as the screener is inbounds with legal position. 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.
Changed the word player to thrower or free thrower. The onestop source for fhsaa registered officials, the fhsaa officials guidebook contains all regulations pertaining to the fhsaa contest officials program, including registration guidelines and procedures, sanctioning of local officials associations, uniform requirements, fee scales, etc. Ghsa constitution and bylaws 20192020 revised 12120 constitutions and results from past years may be found by clicking this link. A new entry in the nfhs basketball rules book clarifies that a player standing. Nfhs coaches and officials association paid members get all books for free.
Rules books and case books available as ebooks nfhs. The official shall sound hisher whistle and go to the table to. Refer to the nfhs basketball case book page 77, rule 10. National federation of state high school associations nfhs, or fed. Inspiring individuals, encouraging excellence through educationbased. It must be understood that this is done for practical reasons only. Beginning with the major rules differences in the nfhs rulebook which was originally one short page, i initially expanded this umpiring aid some time ago by adding rule excerpts to the simple list to assist high. Risk minimization remains theme of 202021 high school spirit. Ebooks are available via itunes and amazon, while print publications can be purchased on. The nfhs has voted down a shot clock proposal every year. The national federation of state high school associations nfhs is the. They follow a more traditional middle school format and game play. If used, lettering with school name, schools nickname, school logo, players name and or abbreviation of the official school name shall be placed horizontally on the jersey.
The nfhs is the sole and exclusive source of model interpretations of nfhs rules. National federation of state high school associations nfhs. 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. Get the latest official high school basketball rules, updates, and interpretations.
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