South Dakota High School Activities Association
J a n u a r y 6 , 2 01 7
A u t h o r : B u c k T i mmi n s
“Calling for the Cure”
and
“Samaritan’s Feet”
The SDHSAA has designated the dates of January 2 - January 14, 2017 to allow
basketball teams an opportunity to dedicate a contest with the “Calling for the Cure” theme
for Cancer Awareness or the “Samaritan’s Feet” barefoot coaching. Coaches may coach
barefoot during this time frame.
These are some permissible options basketball teams may consider for the special
event: a team may wear pink socks, or pink shoelaces, or pink wristbands and/or headbands
(team uniformity required). Pink Velcro strips on a shoulder of the jersey would be acceptable
as well. Teams may also be allowed to warm up in pink t-shirts, but must be in their regular
school-issued uniform for competition.
Please remember that the intent of the wristband and headband rules will still need to
be followed, such as headbands a maximum of two (2) inches, with one manufacture's logo no
more than 2 ¼ square inches. Only one wristband may be worn on each wrist and must be
moisture absorbing. It may not exceed four (4) inches in width and again, only one
manufacture's logo not more than 2 ¼ inches. If wearing a wristband and headband,
remember, they would both need to be pink and team uniformity would be expected.
A commemorative/memorial patch may also be worn on the jersey. The patch shall
not exceed 2 1/4 square inches, shall not be a number, and must be located above the neckline
or in the side insert.
These items should only be worn if the game has been designated as a Cancer
Awareness event. The SDSHAA will not make exceptions for “pink” uniforms to be worn.
The rule will remain home team in WHITE uniforms and the visitor in DARK uniforms.
Officials will be expected to wear their official uniform for the game (black and white
striped shirt with black pants etc.), but may use a pink lanyard and/or whistle for the game.
It would be the recommendation of the SDHSAA office that the coloring of hair for this
occasion not be allowed. Should you have any questions concerning the event, please call the
SDHSAA office.
Cancer Awareness and “Samaritan’s Feet” Dates Are
January 2 – January 14
Seven-Quarter Rule
Individual athletes shall not participate in more than seven quarters of basketball in a
given day against any common opponent, regardless of site in which the contests are played.
Under this provision a student will be able to participate in an “A” and a “B” game the same
night, but is limited to a total of seven quarters. Participation in any quarter regardless of
length of time, counts as one quarter of participation.
Rule 3-3-3 states a substitute becomes a player when he/she legally enters the court. If
entry is not legal, the substitute becomes a player when the ball becomes live. Overtime
periods are considered an extension of the fourth quarter.
A violation of the “Seven Quarter” rule will be a DIRECT TECHNICAL
FOUL CHARGED TO THE HEAD COACH (unsporting act/conduct) and removal of
the player from the game. Refusal of player to leave results in forfeiture. The
head coach will lose his/her coaching box because of Direct Technical Foul.
The seven quarter form must be filled out and may be found on the SDHSAA website
under forms, then athletics, then BB & seven quarter rules. The form needs to be completed
by the scorekeepers from both schools certifying the number of quarters for each contestant
who participated in the preliminary game(s). Following completion of this form by the
scorekeeper, the head varsity coach from both schools will sign the form attesting to the
accuracy of the data completed thereon. Each member school should reproduce this form in
quantities that will meet each school’s individual needs.
Officials—when checking the scorebook for the names and numbers of each team member
who may participate and the designation of the five starting players before the game also
check the Roster Participation Form and verify with coaches that the data is correct.
COACHES - CHECK THE BOOK
Coaches are reminded to check the book prior to the 10 minute mark to ensure all
players are listed, the proper numbers are included and the number of quarters left to play is
correct. It is the responsibility of the coach to make sure this is taken care of so no technical
fouls are necessary for an incorrect book. Coaches must pay close attention to the number of
quarters played so we have no seven quarter violations.
BLOW THE WHISTLE
After the first few weeks of competition the question has been posed - are officials
going to call the off ball fouls? Players are ending up on the floor with nothing being called.
Points of emphasis at the rules meetings were for officials to "blow the whistle" not only in
situations in the open court (hand-checking) but also away from the ball. Any time there is
contact which affects a players speed, balance, rhythm or quickness it is a foul, whether the
player has the ball or not. Be a good off ball official - blow the whistle. Players will adjust if
the crew is consistent in their enforcement.
The Ball Becomes Live When
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On a jump ball, the tossed ball leaves the official’s hand(s)
On a throw-in, it is at the disposal of the thrower
On a free throw, it is at the disposal of the free thrower
BALL IS AT DISPOSAL OF PLAYER
It is important to know when the ball is at the disposal of a player for two main
reasons- time outs and types of fouls. Once the ball is at the disposal of a player, only that
player’s team may call a time out. This rule applies to both free throws and to throw ins.
Example: The official has bounced the ball to a free thrower for the first free throw of
two awarded to her/him. After the ball has bounced on the floor but before the shooter has it
in his/her hands either team may call a time out. However, once the shooter has the ball in
his/her hands, only he/she or his/her team may call a time out. The same kind of example
could be applied for a throw in as well.
Once the ball is at the disposal of the free thrower or player making the throw-in the
ball becomes “live.” All contact fouls during a live ball are “personal fouls”. They may be
intentional or even flagrant, but they are “personal” just the same.
The rule to look at is NFHS basketball rule 4-4 which explains the four ways a ball
becomes “at the disposal” of a player: 1) Handed to a thrower or free thrower; 2) Caught by a
player after it is bounced to him/her; 3) Placed on the floor at the spot; 4) Available to a
player after a goal and the official has begun the throw-in count.
Officials – Use of the Preliminary Signal
A point of emphasis for officials is using proper mechanics including using the
preliminary signal at the site of the foul. Many officials do not use this mechanic during
contests. This signal at the site of the foul is a must in communicating with partners, coaches,
players and fans what it is that has been called. As an official you are the only person in the
proper position to make the call and must communicate what you observed.
Tell the story – stop the clock by raising your arm above your head with a fist, elbow to
your ear, while blowing the whistle. Once you have stopped the clock, drop your arm and
indicate what foul you have observed, and what is going to happen (free throws, ball out of
bounds, etc). Then you move out around the players to the reporting area, stop and tell the
score table the color of the team that fouled, the number of the player (use one hand), what
the foul was (signal), and what is going to happen (free throws, ball out of bounds) then rotate
to the proper position and resume play.
Officials are put on the court to get into positions where they can “see through” plays
and determine if illegal contact or other illegal play has occurred. As officials we believe
correct positioning is important to “getting calls right” and generally officials are the only
ones in the correct position to see the whole play and make a call. Too many officials blow the
whistle and take off to the reporting area never communicating what the foul was, who it was
on and what will happen next.
The preliminary signal is not optional; all officials should make a conscious effort to
improve in this area and must be consistently used throughout the game. Many times when an
official has to “sell” a call they use the preliminary signal, but if it has been used the whole
game, it doesn’t come as a surprise when the tough call comes.
Travel With Athletic Director Phone Number
Basketball officials are reminded to travel to your assigned basketball game with the
host school athletic director’s cell phone number. Blowing snow or snow covered roads may
slow your travel to a game. Plan ahead with weather conditions--early and relaxed is better
than stressed and late.
Working As Lead Official
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Know primary coverage area and responsibilities.
Handle throw-ins only on the end line – hand ball to thrower, don’t bounce.
Officiate on the back rebounding on your side only.
When rotating, don’t officiate blindly.
Don’t rotate on drives to the basket.
Have shoulders parallel or slightly turned to your line of coverage to open a wide
window.
Look back over your shoulder moving down the court. Don’t look ahead of you at the
wall.
Work deeper on the baseline when room permits. Being deeper provides a wider view
of the play and allows you to see a bigger picture.
Working As The Center
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Look in at the free throw line extended.
Move one step forward or backward to get proper angle.
Don’t become a second trail.
Officiate the defense and offense. To officiate the defense, you have to know what the
offense is doing. To officiate the offense, you have to find the defense.
Take drives to the basket.
Always know where the lead and trail are.
Make sure cutters are not being rerouted or held.
Help the trail in pressure situations—do not run away from backcourt pressure.
Officiate play above the ring.
WORKING AS THE TRAIL
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Officiate the backside.
Protect shooters at the elbows and corners.
Take drives to the basket.
Officiate rebound plays.
Understand primary responsibilities on basket interference and goaltending.
Always know where the center and lead officials are.
Know your primary coverage area.
Move to improve one-on-one coverage area.
Never be ahead of the play as the trail; to trail means to follow.
ALWAYS have a backcourt count, even if no press is on.
Never bounce the ball to the thrower on the end line if you are ahead of him. Don’t
bounce backwards.
Officials Quiz
Question 1: A1 has the ball for a throw-in at his/her own end line. While still holding the ball,
A2 is called for a moving screen. What is the ruling?
Question 2: A1 releases the ball on a throw-in from his/her own end line. While the ball is in
the air, A2 bumps B2 with enough contact to cause a foul while trying to receive the ball.
What is the ruling?
Question 3: A2 touches the ball passed by A1. The ball remains inbounds but A2’s
momentum carries him/her out of bounds. A2 returns to the court is the first to touch the ball
and scores. Official allows the basket. Is this a correct ruling?
Question 4: A1 dives for the ball on the floor, gains control of the ball and then slides on the
floor. Official calls a travel violation. Is this a correct ruling?
Question 5: During a live ball, the officials recognize that Team B has six players on the
court. As they do, Team B player #23 runs off the court to his/her bench. What should the
officials do?
Question 6: A1 is dribbling in A’s backcourt when the ball accidentally strikes his/her ankle
and bounces away. During the interrupted dribble, Al fouls B1 in attempting to continue the
dribble. What is the ruling?
Question 7: Team B has scored a field goal and A1 has the ball along the end line for a throwin. Team A is not in the bonus. Prior to the ball being thrown inbounds by A1 – A2 requests a
timeout. After the time out does, Team A have a designated throw-in spot?
Question 8: During a jump ball, A1 taps the ball. A2 takes off from Team A’s frontcourt and
catches the ball while in the air. A2 lands with : (a) both feet in the front court and then steps
to the backcourt with one foot; (b) one foot in backcourt and one in the frontcourt; or (c) both
feet in the backcourt. What is the ruling?
Question 9: A1 is fouled by B1 while Team A is in the bonus. The covering official is at the
table reporting the foul when A1 is charged with a technical foul by the official who is
observing the players. The foul on A1 is his/her fifth. Can A1 shoot the free throws?
Question 10: A1 catches a pass, fumbles the ball, retrieves it, dribbles, ends the dribble,
fumbles the ball and then retrieves the ball again. Official calls a violation. Is this a correct
call?
Officials or Coaches
If you have a question about a rule interpretation, a play situation or a mechanic question
that officials/coaches statewide should know about or the SDHSAA should know about to
help make the game of basketball better for everyone involved in the game of basketball—
please send your concerns to be included in the weekly bulletins.
Send your concerns to Buck Timmins at
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[email protected]
Cell Phone: 605-933-1493
Home Phone: 605-996-1486
Quiz Answers
Rule 1: Team control foul on A2. B’s ball closest to where the foul occurred.
Rule 2: Team control foul on A2. While the ball is in the air, Team A still has team control.
Team B will get the ball for a throw-in closest to where the foul took place.
Rule 3: YES. Legal, since A1 did not leave the court voluntarily and did not have control of
the ball when he/she did. Case Book 7.1.1B
Rule 4: NO. No violation has occurred. A1 may pass, shoot, start a dribble or call a time-out.
Once A1 has the ball and is no longer sliding, he/she may not roll over. If flat on his/her back,
A1 may sit up without violating. Any attempt to get to the feet is traveling unless A1 is
dribbling. It is also traveling if A1 puts the ball on the floor, then rises and is first to touch the
ball. Rule 4-44; Case Book 4.44.5, Situation B
Rule 5: Assess a team technical foul on Team B.
Rule 6: A team control foul is charged to A1. It is not a player control foul as the contact
occurred during an interrupted dribble. No free throws for B1 if Team B is in the bonus.
Rule 7: No, team A may throw-in from anywhere out of bounds along the end line following
the time out.
Rule 8: Team control is not established until A2 catches the ball. Violation in (a); Legal in (b)
and (c).
Rule 9: A1 is disqualified as both personal and technical fouls are counted. Because A1 has
been disqualified he/she will not be allowed to attempt the free throw(s) resulting from B1’s
foul. The substitute for A1 will attempt the free throw(s).
Rule 10: NO. A fumble, dribble, fumble is legal. A dribble, fumble, dribble is illegal. Case
Book 4.15 Comment; 4.15.4, Situation D
Free Throw Administration
A concern that has occurred on free throws is the lead official should never bounce the
ball to the free thrower until he/she makes sure that the first marked lane spaces are occupied
by the opponents of the shooter. That is the first thing the lead should do, is ensure that if the
home (white) is shooting, two visiting team players (dark jersey) players are in the first
marked lane spaces. No official should allow a teammate of the shooter to take the first
marked lane space and create a lane violation.
Check the first marked lane space and then check the other lane spaces and bounce the
ball to the shooter. Get into your proper position and be ready and alert to officiate the
rebound. This is not a time to relax. All officials should officiate free throws with the same
intensity as they do throughout the entire game. There is the potential for more rough play on
rebounding a free throw than rebounding throughout the entire game. All officials must be
focused and engaged on free throws.