Nfhs basketball officials manual

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. Playpics provided by the nfhs were produced by referee magazine. Online basketball officiating mechanics manual for 2. 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. Officials tiring of unruly behavior by parents, other fans. See all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. The player has the option of wearing long pants as the uniform bottom to be in compliance with nfhs rules as well. Basketball my sport officials2 michigan high school.

Registration as an mshsaa official is a privilege and as with all privileges, there are responsibilities outlined in this officials manual. Officials should be alert constantly to the possibility of player injury. Officiating basketball officiating basketball is designed to assist individuals in becoming a better official and improving the experience for you and the student athletes. The michigan high school athletic association, inc. Officials are reminded that, when officiating a high school basketball game, the proper nfhs signals and nfhs mechanics are to be used.

In this training video we cover basketball throw in mechanics. Three officials mechanics 201517 basketball officials manual. Officiating courses available for free through july 1 on the nfhs. Nfhs 200102 basketball exam part 1 with answers nfhs 200203 basketball exam part 1 with answers nfhs 200203 basketball exam part 2 with answers nfhs 200304 basketball exam part 1 with answers. The official s manual provides both new and veteran officials with reminders of policies and procedures which must be followed if they are to remain in good standing with the missouri state high school activities association and its more than 750 member junior and senior high schools. The referee informs as head coach that a4 cannot participate while wearing a. Basketball officials manual michigan high school athletic. If you are interested in becoming an ahsaa official in the sports of baseball, basketball, football, soccer, softball, track, volleyball or wrestling, feel free to contact either mark jones, ken washington or vanda peppers at the ahsaa office. Nfhs signals and mechanics the nfhs basketball officials manual was revised for 201517. Nfhs basketball officiating principles a better official. National federation of state high school associations. Approved mechanics for the mhsaa, until and unless announced differently by the state at some future time, are those included in the nfhs basketball officials manual, with two exceptions. Accessories sort by featured best selling alphabetically, az alphabetically, za price, low to high price, high to low date, new to old date, old to new filters. Signaling is an essential aspect of officiating and, through its use, decisions and information are relayed to players, coaches and spectators.

Proper court coverage requires a system of good mechanics to ensure officials will be at the proper place on the court at all times. Major editorial changes 201719 basketball officials manual update. Educational emphasis continues in high school sports. Improve your individual skills or build your associations training program. All officials are required to view an online rules interpretation meeting pertaining to their sports before the season begins. Snoa provides court officials, scorekeepers and clock operators for all high school basketball games in the southern nevada area. The referee shall be the sole judge of the legality of the ball and may select a ball.

The official s right hand will indicate the first digit tens or two in the playpic example and the left hand will show a second digit ones or four, so it appears in a lefttoright sequence to the scorer. Officials must understand and only use the approved mechanics. When a held ball occurs, the covering officials must stop the clock using. This manual is directed specifically to those who wish to enter the field of. Communication is vital to the game of basketball, to the officials and all others involved in the game, wynns said. We believe you will find the information useful and utilize the resources to stay informed. The mhsaa officials program wishes to thank the national federation nfhs for its guidance in the production of this manual, and for the authorization to use its images for signals.

If coverage is desired, it is the official s responsibility to secure it, along with any other personal insurance available through nfhs officials association. It is our intention to continually update this site, and we encourage you to visit center court frequently for new and valuable information the nfhs basketball rules committee meets annually in april to discuss rules. The only signals that are to be used are those found in the current nfhs rule book, case book and officials manual. This game officials manual should be used as a complement to the 2019 and 2020 ncaa baseball rules and interpretations book and the 2019 ncaa division i baseball prechampionship manual. Proper nfhs signals, as outlined in this manual and the rules book, are to be used. To become varsity eligible, new officials of football, basketball, baseball, and wrestling must attend a clinic within the first three years of registration. Nfhs basketball uniform rules do not require that the uniform pants be shorts. The philosophy that should be followed is that the rules book and manual are the constant to which everyone has access. Captains are no longer brought to the center of the field the game official escorting the team with the secondhalf choice obtains from that teams head. The second half choices will be done through communication with the head coaches. Wearing tights below the uniform shorts would be legal. Online basketball officiating mechanics manual for 2person. Officials nfhs learn interscholastic education, made easy.

If you have a rules proposal you would like the committee to consider, youre encouraged to work with your member state association if they find merit in your proposal, they will. It is essential for officials to master and use only the nfhs approved mechanics and signals. This uses the 201415 nfhs officials manual as the guide. No score goal counts attempt and if successful delayed lane violation points scored use 1 or 2 fingers after signal 14 14 15 3point field goal 16 17 18 bonus free throw for 2nd throw. Nfhs basketball rules book should be thoroughly studied. It provides a variety of program initiatives that reach the 18,500 high schools and over 11 million students involved in athletic and activity programs. Arc, lead will be nearest to the sideline for baseline throw in baseline outside the 3. The nfhs basketball rules committee meets annually in april to discuss rules change proposals, editorial changes and points of emphasis for the following season. The rules committee also devoted significant time to updating the nfhs 201517 basketball officials manual. The course covers fouls against the ball handler, screening, post play, blockcharge, intentional fouls, technical fouls, and a general overview of characteristics that help. New 201920 basketball officials manual michigan high school. Baseball officials manual softball officials manual. For more complete detail of all the prevailing approved mechanics, all mhsaa basketball officials are encouraged to purchase for themselves the current 201517 nfhs officials manual. National federation of state high school associations 201517 nfhs basketball officials manual mechanics changes major editorial changes mechanics points of emphasis.

The official should enforce the rules as written and follow the manual as written. It is the policy of the nfhs basketball rules committee that there be no deviation from the. Mhsaa basketball officials manual crews of 2 and 3. Welcome to center court, the homepage for nfhs basketball officials information. The nfhs basketball officials manual was revised for 201517. The referee training center is the worlds largest library of officiating training materials and videos. Basketball officials comprise a very large group of men and. Feb 08, 2018 nfhs signals and mechanics the nfhs basketball officials manual was revised for 201517. Nfhs rulebooks categories 2020 baseball rules book price. Basketball rules changes 201920 swimming and diving rules changes 2019. New trail inbounds ball for side line throw in, trail will be farthest from the offenses basket for baseline throw in, trail will be nearest to the sideline for baseline throw in inside the 3 pt. The officials notify as head coach that a4 must remove the ring in order to participate in the pregame warmup and the game.

Looking for a copy of the 202015 nfhs officials manual pdf, email. Proper nfhs signals, as outlined in this manual and the rules book, are to be used exclusively. The coach and a4 respond that the ring cannot physically be removed. Snoa also provides court officials for middle school basketball and recreational basketball programs. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Comments and suggested additions to this manual are always welcome. This manual is written with these three purposes in mind. Much of the information in this manual can be found online, in the nfhs national federation of state high school. The national federation of state high school associations nfhs learning center is an education tool that offers courses to high school coaches, administrators, officials, students, and parents. Nfhs 202015 basketball officials manual the official.