1) We play 20 - minute halves, running time, except for ; A) timeouts called by referee or coach ; B) the last minute of first half and last two minutes of second half ; C) brief stoppage when full substitutions are made.

2) FULL SUBSTITUSION of players is made every five minutes as follows ; 5 mins. into the game, at the 10 min. mark annd 15 min. mark of first half. In the second half full substitution is mandatory only at the 5 minute mark. Last 10 minutes of the game is coach's discretion.

3) Jump ball to start game ; whoever lost first half jump gets ball to begin second half. In over time games, jump ball to begin overtime. Overtime games in regular season will be two minutes stopped time; overtime games in playoffs will be five minutes with the last two minutes stopped time.

4) Each player is allowed five personal fouls; ejection on the 6th personal foul.

5) On non shooting fouls, each team goes to one and one free throws when the opposing team reaches 7 team fouls in a half, and to two free throws when a team reaches 10 team fouls in a half. Scorers for both teams should keep track of team fouls and check with each other periodically.

6) A flagrant foul is a double technical. Player is benched and opposing team is awarded 2 free throws and ball. Also two team fouls are issued.

7) IN THE FIRST HALF, ONLY MAN TO MAN DEFENSE IS ALLOWED. No zone defenses or presses are permitted in the first half. Once a team is in control of the rebound the defensive team must retreat to half court.

8) IN THE SECOND HALF, ZONES AND FULL COURT PRESSES ARE ALLOWED. HOWEVER, WHEN A TEAM IS LEADING BY 10 OR MORE POINTS, NO PRESSING ALLOWED. If a team with a 10 point lead presses, it will be given one warning. A second violation will result in a technical foul. (2 shots and the ball)

9) Each team has four timeouts during regulation play: two full one minute timeouts and two 20 second timeouts. In overtime, each team has one full and one 20 second timeout.

10) Both coaches find a responsible person with experience and Knowledge of the clock rules to run scoreboard.

11) Only coaches, players, and scorekeepers allowed on bench.

12) Please no bickering between coaches during games . If you have a problem take a charged timeout,clear the court, and both coaches and referee can discuss the matter at half court. This conference will be short. Referee will make final decision. If arguing continues a technical foul will issued and possible ejection.

  LAZAR:

Both head coaches involved in the days first game should make sure there are enough chairs around the court for players and parents. After the days final game, both head coaches should put chairs away (under stage ), UNLESS there are more games scheduled. (traveling teams might follow in town games) Please cooperate with all custodians.

HIGH SCOOL: First game coaches arrive half hour before game. Find Janitor to get scoreboard controller and set up Scorers table. Pull bleachers out on opposite side of the gym for spectators. Pull 2 inside bleachers out next to score table for team benches. Only players,coaches, and scorebook keepers allowed on the bench. No spectators sitting in bleachers behind the bench.

START GAMES ON TIME !!!!!!! This is crucial. We are in a crunch for gym time.

REMEMBER, THE PURPOSE OF THE IN TOWN LEAGUE IS FOR THE BOYS TO HAVE FUN, PLAY BASKETBALL,IMPROVE THEIR SKILLS, AND LEARN GOOD SPORTSMANSHIP. COACHES SET THE EXAMPLE. TRY AND KEEP THE GAMES COMPETITIVE. IF THE GAME IS A BLOWOUT WITH UNDER 5 MINUTES TO PLAY TRY FINISHING WITH YOUR SECOND TEAM. USE PRACTICE TIME TO TEACH BASIC FUNDAMENTALS TO IMPROVE SKILLS.

Any questions or concerns, please contact Tommy Redding (Asst. Director of Broncos Basketball) (973) 743-6730 or TommyRedding@comcast.net.