For 2015 the obr book was completely revised and reorganized. As the name suggests, the nfhs governs the rules for 16 different sports for girls and boys in all 50 states and washington, d. The official rules will be the national federation high school nfhs rules for the current year, except where modified by the aau boys basketball rule book. Playpic a shows a legal screen as the screener is inbounds with legal position. Get the latest official high school basketball rules, updates, and interpretations. 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. Basketball rules book clarifies that a player standing on a. National federation of state high school associations nfhs basketball 201415 rules changes major editorial changes points of emphasis 2. Inspiring individuals, encouraging excellence through educationbased. Inspire a love of reading with prime book box for kids discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1. Official high school federation basketball rules and. As the name suggests, the nfhs governs the rules for 16 different sports for girls and. Wiaa and nfhs release basketball rules changes for 20192020.
Nba hopes referee clinics encourage more to apply for officiati. Rule change rule 112lc the ball shall have a deeplypebbled, granulated surface, with horizontally shaped panels bonded tightly to the. Nfhs rules should contact the rules interpreter designated by his or her state high school association. It is difficult in our society for officials to be able to help to. National federation of state high school associations news release exception to backcourt violation approved in high school basketball rules for immediate release contact. Nfhs rulebooks categories 2020 baseball rules book price. March brings state basketball tournaments and talk. High school basketball rules are set by an organization known as the.
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. The national federation of state high school associations nfhs is the national leader for. No other model rules interpretations should be considered. The rules are brought to life with referee s crisp and clear playpic and mechanigram illustrations. The official website of fiba, the international basketball federation, and the governing body of basketball. 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. 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 development of positive relationships.
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. 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. 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. High school coaches, officials and administrators who have knowledge and experience regarding this. The national federation of state high school associations is the only source of official high school interpretations. Officials, ihsaa director of officials, basketball administrators of. To maintain the sound traditions of this sport, encourage sportsmanship and minimize the inherent risk of injury, the national federation of. Shoutout to healthcare workers and state high school associations read more. Girls high school basketball league rules national federation of high school association is official rule book, with the following noted or added. Except as specifically stated in the rules, information on field diagrams in this book is suggestive only. You must be a paid member of an nfhs member association coaches or fine arts or a state staff member to view this content. Nfhs cheerleading rules changes approved in high school. As a result, youth basketball rules vary depending on the organization running the league.
Rogers becomes tennessees alltime winningest girls basketball coach. 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. 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. The website features live and on demand videos, basketball news, over 70,00 players. Based on some fight situations that i have seen and heard about over the last couple years at the high school level, i believe that this change, which was instituted at the ncaa level, is a change that is good for the game of basketball and in regard to player safety. The nfhs is the sole and exclusive source of model interpretations of nfhs rules. Helmet surfaces manufactured with a glare mirrorlike surface are illegal. Click here for the 201718 nfhs basketball rule changes. 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 among studentathletes of high school age. Click here for the 201617 basketball points of emphasis. Rules changes 201718 nchsaa sportsmanship initiative together, we make the right call. Middle and high school grades 7 thru 12 will consist of two sixteen minute halves and will use a regulation size basketball intermediate size ball for women. 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.
High school basketball rules are set by an organization known as the national federation of state high school associations. Official high school federation basketball rules and regulations. This is the only illustrated rule book available for high school basketball officials. The nfhs writes playing rules for 17 sports for boys and girls at the high school level. Learn more about common rules and guidelines for kids leagues. Nfhs national federation of state high school associations. Alabamas murr finishes basketball career among alltime scoring le. I have updated to current numbers and sections in contrasting color. Nfhs coaches and officials association paid members get all books for free.
The national high school federation rules and regulations nhsf will apply to all us amateur basketball games with the following exceptions. From the wisconsin interscholastic athletic association wiaa and the national federation of state high school associations nfhs 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. Book mobile app nfhs basketball rules 201920 pdf 20192020 nfhs basketball basketball rule book nfhs rule book louisiana high school basketball rule book nfhs wv volleyball rule book nfhs rule book. The national federation of state high school associations writes and governs the high school basketball rules in the u. Games are played according the national federation of state high school associations basketball rules book nfhs. Throughout the official basketball rules, all references made to a player, coach, official, etc. Rules and case book are now available for purchase as ebooks.
The national federation of state high school associations nfhs is the. Basketball national federation of state high school associations. A new entry in the nfhs basketball rules book clarifies that a player standing. This rule change was made due to some of helmets being manufactured with a glare. Theresia wynns indianapolis, in may 14, 2018 an exception to the backcourt violation and a. Basketball rules book for high school high school girls basketball rules book national high school federation basketball rules louisiana high school basketball rule book 201920 nfhs basketball rules. Official basketball rules high school basketball rules. High school associations 201718 nfhs basketball rules power point welcome. 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. National federation of state high school associations nfhs located in indianapolis, in est.
Nfhs course, concussion in sports before the beginning of their. 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. 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. Its in the national federation of state high school associations basketball rule book. State rules interpreters may contact the nfhs for model rules interpretations. Nfhss headquarters are located in white river state park in indianapolis, indiana. The 25 most misunderstood rules in high school basketball. A player who is not a dribbler in control can keep tap a ball inbounds, go out of bounds.
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