Art. 18 Time-out
(Taken from FIBA Official Basketball Rules)
18.1 Definition
A time-out is an interruption of the game requested by the coach or assistant coach.
18.2.1 Each time-out shall last one (1) minute.
18.2.3 A time-out opportunity begins when:
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For both teams, the ball becomes dead, the game clock is stopped and the
official has ended his communication with the scorer's table.
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For both teams, the ball becomes dead following a successful last or only free
throw.
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For the non-scoring team, a field goal is scored.
Time-outs
(Taken from GABA Junior Rules)
Two time outs are permitted each half, and one in any extra period
No time outs are allowed in the last three minutes of both halves (except during finals and the
clock is stopped for the last 3 minutes)
What this means to us:
- Time-outs can only be called by the coach or assistant coach on any
whistle, after the last free throw, or when a score is made by the
opposing team.
- Time-outs should only last one minute, watch the clock.
- 2 time-outs per half and none in the last three minutes of either half
- Time-outs should not be used to shoot the ball as a referee, be as
professional as possible.
Referees Remember: Show confidence by blowing your whistle loud
and signalling with authority!