NFHS 2023-24 New Rules Changes

May 29, 2023 by

2023-24 BASKETBALL RULES CHANGES 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 schools...

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2022-2023 NFHS Comments on the Rules...

Jan 23, 2023 by

3-5-4d – Allowing hair-control devices and adornments such as, but not limited to, barrettes, bobby pins and beads creates inclusivity of hair styles while maintaining that the risk of injury to the athlete, teammates and opponents should not be compromised. Hair adornments must be securely fastened close to the head and not increase risk to the athletes, teammates or opponents. It remains the responsibility of the head coach to ensure players are legally equipped before the competition...

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2022-2023 NFHS Rules Changes

Jan 23, 2023 by

3-5-4d: Allows hair adornments provided they are securely fastened close to the head and do not present an increased risk to the player, teammates, or opponents. Rationale: Creates inclusivity of hair styles while maintaining that the risk of injury to the athlete, teammates and opponents should not be compromised.   2022-23 Basketball Major Editorial Changes Shot Clock – State Association Adoption Guidelines 2022-23 Basketball Editorial Changes 4-19-4, 4-22, 4-28-2, 6-4-3f   2022-23 Basketball Points of Emphasis 1. Sportsmanship 2. Reducing Illegal Contact – Hand Checks, Post Play, Off-Ball Play 3. Pregame Meeting – Addressing Illegal Uniforms, Equipment and...

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IAABO 134 Brochure

Aug 6, 2015 by

IAABO 134 Brochure

IAABO 134  Brochure

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IAABO Board #134 – Incident Reporting Policy...

Jan 2, 2014 by

IAABO Board #134 – Incident Reporting Policy

IAABO Board #134 – “NEW“ Incident Reporting Policy (Effective January 1, 2014) REPORTING A PLAYER, COACH OR SCHOOL FOR MISCONDUCT (Incident Reporting) Download Each time a player or a coach is ejected from a contest and anytime a player, coach or school displays abusive conduct (verbal or physical) and/or given a Technical Foul: 1. THE OFFICIAL (Referee or Umpire) INVOLVED IN THE INCIDENT MUST CONTACT THE RULES INTERPRETER AND GIVE A VERBAL INCIDENT REPORT BY PHONE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE AFTER THE GAME. Rules Interpreter Contact Phone # is 240-351-5245 2. THE OFFICIAL INVOLVED IN THE INCIDENT (Referee or Umpire) MUST FILE A WRITTEN INCIDENT REPORT USING THE “INCIDENT REPORT FORM” BY 12NOON THE DAY AFTER THE INCIDENT. Email the written report to interpreter@iaabo134.org PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING: 1. Your obligation as an official...

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IAABO Board #134 – Game Reporting Policy...

Jan 2, 2014 by

IAABO Board #134 – “REVISED” Game Reporting Policy (Effective January 1, 2014) The assigned Game Referee (“the R”) MUST fill out a game report for each Middle School, Junior Varsity and Varsity Basketball game. Game reports can be found on www.arbitersports.com under your assigned game. Game Reports SHOULD INCLUDE but are not limited to comments about the following:    Condition of the Court    “30” Second Clock Working/Not Working    Performance and Competency of the Clock Operators & Score Keepers    Possession Arrow Present/ Not Present    Condition of the Dressing Room Facilities    Any serious player injuries    Etc. Game Reports SHOULD NOT INCLUDE:     Any incident details IF an incident occurred (the official involved in the incident must file an INCIDENT REPORT). IT IS MANDATORY THAT THE GAME REFEREE (the “R”) COMPLETE AND SUBMIT A GAME...

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