PTI Intramurals IM Basketball Rules The Game 5
PTI Intramurals “IM Basketball Rules”
The Game • 5 vs. 5 – Minimum 4 players on the court to start • NFHS rules will govern play – Exceptions: NCAA F/T rules • Two 15 -minute halves – Running clock except last minute of 2 nd half – Clock will then stop on each whistle – No shot clock • One 30 -second timeout per half • Overtimes – Three minutes – Timing procedures will be the same as 2 nd half
The Game • Pregame – PTI IDs are required and are collected prior to all IM contests. – Dunking is not permitted during pregame or halftime. • Technical foul • No headgear and no jewelry – Elastic headbands are permitted – Jewelry, etc. may be permitted for religious or medical reasons with staff approval
Game Specifics • • • Free throws – Space below the block is not occupied – First available space is above the block – Players must promptly line up for free throws • Must have 2 defensive players in those two spaces Alternating Possession arrow will be used Closely guarded – 5 -second count will be in effect when an offensive player is closely guarded (defender within 6 feet) in the frontcourt when he/she is dribbling or holding the ball • Possible for one offensive player to be closely guarded for up to 12 seconds
Game Specifics • Substitutions – Must wait at the scorer’s table for the first dead ball to be beckoned into the game by officials • Eligibility – Player may only compete with one team – Eligible players may be added at any time prior to the first playoff game
When do we play? ? • Thursday nights, 7 -9 pm – South Fayette Intermediate School – 3700 Old Oakdale Road, Mc. Donald, PA • March 6, 13, 20, 27 April 3 • No student transportation available • Schedule will be posted by next Monday
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