ARD-YDL TIMEKEEPER AND SCOREKEEPER RULES & REGULATIONS FOR GAMES

1. Only one person is allowed to do the clock and one to do the score sheet. Multiple timekeepers or scorekeepers are not allowed unless training. Timekeepers and Scorekeepers should try to avoid having children with them at the score table.

2. Scorekeepers and Timekeepers must be impartial and fair. They should not cheer or yell at the time they are doing the clock or score sheet.

3. The clock can start and stop only when the referee has instructed so. (Coaches do not control the clock).

4. Twenty minute running halves. The clock is stopped in the last two minutes of the game, provided one team does not have a lead greater than 10 points.

5. Time outs can only be called when the coach’s team has possession of the ball or there is a dead ball. Timekeepers should wait for the official to grant the time out. Do not stop the clock until the referee blows the whistle.

6. At half time, the timekeeper and scorekeeper should go over the segments and both parties are in agreement. Coaches should be informed how many time outs they have left and whom might be in foul trouble.

7. Do not use a Coaches segment sheet to mark off the segments on the score sheet. The segment sheet is for coaches use only. The scorekeeper must verify the player is going into the game.

8. If a scorekeepers is unsure of a call, they should get the attention of the referee and request a clarification. This is done to keep the scoresheet correct and is not to be used for an explanation of a call.

8b. The benches for each team should be on either side of, and the same distance from, the official scores table. Both coaches and each team’s substitutes should have equal access when the checking into the game.

9. Each coach has a coaching area, or coaching box. It should be 3 feet deep and at least as long as the bench. This area gives the coaching staff room to move and talk to the players on the bench.

10. Teams should warm-up at the basket opposite their bench.

11. Exhibit respect for the officials.
THE OFFICIALS OF ANY CONTEST ARE IMPARTIAL ARBITRATORS WHO ARE TRAINED AND PERFORM TO THE BEST OF THEIR ABILITY. MISTAKES BY ALL THOSE INVOLVED IN THE CONTEST ARE PART OF THE GAME.

12. It is the responsibility of the scorekeeper, to notify the referee of the sixth team foul (if possible). If one team has committed seven fouls, the other team is now entitled to a bonus free throw. To get the ref’s attention, scorekeepers should tell the timekeeper to buzz the bell or horn. The scorekeeper should wait until the ball is dead to signal the official. The scorekeeper should also notify the official when the 10th team foul occurs.

13. The scorekeeper should notify the official when a player has five personal fouls.

14. TIMEKEEPER: It is the timer’s job to start and stop the clock at the appropriate times. The timer must pay close attention and immediately start or stop the clock.

15. This is a list of the reasons that cause the game and clock to be stopped: * an official grants a player’s request for a time-out. * an official grants the coach time-out. * an official stops play due to injured player. * Officials conferring with each other at the score table.

When officials stop play because of an injury, they should wait until the ball becomes dead or until it’s being controlled by the team of the injured player, or at a stop play while the other team has the ball. This means that they usually won’t stop play while the other team has the ball. This is done to prevent player from faking injuries to stall a fast breaking opportunity. If the injury is serious enough, an official may suspend play to protect the injured player and get him or her immediate medical attention.
* No smoking or chewing tobacco is allowed in or around gym or on school premises including parking lots.
* No food or drinks in gym (Lock-top plastic water bottles containing water are O.K. in gym or multipurpose room),& no gum chewing.

* Pick up all trash. Help clean up the restrooms.
* No skateboarding
* Do not leave any kids without parent or legal guardian present.
* No one is to be on-stage except for Referees, Score Keepers, Time Keepers, and ARD-YDL representatives.
* Keep an eye on your team. Hold all balls and no dribbling during the games.
* Keep kids off the court during games. No shooting at segment change or half time.
* Do not sit on any counters where food is served.
* Do Not Throw Balls Against Walls.

Do not sit under baskets if there is not ample room in the gym. Please assemble the team of the next game for a discussion outside the gym.
Please abide by all the Rules & Regulations of facility as our privilege and your privileges can be revoked at anytime!