Responsibilities & Rules

Players

• Always wear required equipment (uniform & t-shirt)
• Work hard and have fun every time you are on the court for practice or games.
• Pay attention to the coaches when they are speaking and providing instructions.
• Respect the decisions of the referees.
• Be a team player. Players will learn the rules of basketball and play by them at all times.
• Disrespectful behavior to coaches, referees or other players will not be tolerated.
• Fighting, horseplay, or any physical or verbal abuse will not be tolerated.

Parents

• Be sure your child attends all practices and games when possible. If you are unable to attend a game or practice, notify the coach of the team.
• Be sure your child brings all equipment and uniforms to games and practices.
• Disagreements with your child's coach do not belong on the court.
• Parents are expected to set a good example for the children at all times by their positive behavior, sportsmanship, attitude, and language.
• Please help with our fundraising efforts.Creating and maintaining a safe, fun and educational atmosphere takes resources.

Coaches

• Coaches are expected to demonstrate good sportsmanship and treat players fairly.
• Organized, fun practices to teach basketball fundamentals appropriate to the age group.
• Provide a safe environment and ensure player safety.
• Allow each player to play at least onehalf of each game.
• Know and understand the rules, respect the referees, and act in a controlled manner on the court.

GAME RULES:

Rim Heights & Ball Size

• 9’0” Rim
• 28.5” Ball

League Format Biddies, Jr. Biddies

• 2 x 15 min Running Halves
• One coach on the floor
• Substitutions at 3 minute mark
• All players must have equal playing time
• Clock stops on all substitutions, free throws and the last two minutes of each half. There is a two minute intermission after each quarter.

Jr. Pros & High School

• 2 x 15 min Halves

Time-Outs As this league is designed solely for the instruction of the players, there will be a limit placed on the number of timeouts that a team will be granted during the course of a game. Each team will have 3 full timeouts for the game. Timeouts may be called either by the coach or any player on the floor while that team is in possession of the ball, or at any dead ball. Participation Rule All players will receive equal playing time. Each individual player should rotate in at each 3 or 5 minute mark. No player should sit on the bench 2 rotations in a row, unless there are more than 6 players on a 1st/2nd grade roster or more than 10 players on a 3rd/4th grade roster. Defense Teams are required to play “Man-to-Man” defense in grades 1-4. A player must guard his player at all times with the following exception: A player may leave his man to guard another player’s man if this does not create a “double-team” on this player, (HELP DEFENSE). Once his teammate recovers, and returns to guard his man that player must return to his own man or switch. This is a judgment call by the officials. Full Court Press No full court press of any type will be allowed at any time. Defensive players may begin guarding their opponents at the half court. Note: The referee may elect to require the defense to drop back farther than listed if he deems this to be necessary. 20 Point Lead Rule-3rd-4th Grade If a team has a 20-point lead at any time during the game, they will not be allowed to employ any type of (full court or half court) pressure, allowing the team to get the ball up court to the top of the key. It is recommended that top players are removed and the substitutes play (only if player participation is not compromised). Any team with a 30 point lead (at any time), will prompt the scoreboard keeper to ZERO OUT the score (board only) until the lead is diminished to 10. Score will be only kept in the book. The team that is leading CAN NOT FASTBREAK and must have completed four passes before a shot is taken. Infraction of this rule- 1st infraction- verbal warning… 2nd & continuous infractions will result in a technical foul against the team. Jump Balls There will be jump balls only to start the game or to start any overtime period. All other jump ball situations will be determined by the alternating-possession rule. Free Throws All players must wait until the ball hits the rim or backboard prior to entering the lane on a rebound attempt. Fouls

• Personal Fouls - Five personal fouls will disqualify a player from the game. A technical foul given to a player also counts as a personal foul.
• Flagrant Fouls - Will result in a Technical Foul and removal of a player, suspension will be determined.
• Intentional Foul - Will result in two free throws and the ball.
• Technical Fouls - Two bench technical fouls will result in the removal of the coach. Two player or coach technical foul will result in the removal of that player and coach. Player or Coach will miss the next game. Note: If a coach is removed for technical fouls, he will be required to miss the next week’s game. That coach will also have to meet with the Director of Recreation and the Sports Supervisors to discuss the situation. Suspensions may be extended if deemed necessary and due to the severity of each case.
• Team Fouls - The bonus (1 and 1) foul rule is in effect when seven team fouls have occurred in a half.

Age Specific Rules

• Grade 1-2: No player and team fouls are recorded. Ball will be taken out on the side. ONE coach per team is allowed on the floor and can be used as a safety net for passing purposes. Every 3 minutes player substitution will take place. NO STEALING the ball on the dribble, defensive player must allow the opponent to dribble the ball freely.
• Grade 3-4: Five seconds in the lane will apply. No additional steps will be allowed on a travel violation. Double dribbles are not allowed. Three-point baskets are allowed.

Overtime Grades 3rd – 4th overtime will be 2 minutes. Clock stops on all dead-ball situations in the final minute. Sportsmanship Sportsmanship must be shown at all times. All players, fans and coaches not conducting themselves in a proper fashion may be asked to leave the game and playing area. If a player, coach or fan shows or displays any unsportsmanlike conduct and is asked to leave will be suspended. Suspension will be issued by the Sports Coordinator and the Village of Pleasant Prairie Recreation Department. Coaches Creed All head and assistant coaches must fill out and return Coaches’ Creed to the Sports Department before 1 regular season game begins.

REMEMBER THAT OUR LEAGUE IS ONLY AS GOOD AS OUR COACHES, PLAYERS AND FANS WORKING TOGETHER!!!! GOOD LUCK TO ALL TEAMS…..AND REMEMBER TO SHOW GOOD SPORTSMANSHIP!