GAME FORMATS
This many quarters are played in all divisions.
What is 4?
This is how many timeouts a team gets in the first half of games (ages 7–14).
What is one 60-second timeout?
This violation occurs when a player takes too many steps without dribbling.
What is traveling?
This is the required minimum playing time for all players.
What is at least 50% of the game or 2 quarters?
This is when pressing is allowed in the 7–8 division.
What is the last 2 minutes of the game?
The game clock only stops in the final 2 minutes if this condition is met.
What is if the game is within 10 points?
This foul happens when a defender doesn’t set a legal guarding position before contact.
What is a blocking foul?
Players must wear this kind of footwear—no sandals or cleats allowed.
What are basketball or court-style shoes?
These are the only two divisions that play on a goal under 10-foot.
What are the 5–6 and 7–8 age groups?
In the 5–6 age group, this determines which team starts the game with the ball.
What is a coin flip?
Once a team crosses half court, they may not return the ball here (applies to ages 9–14).
What is the backcourt?
Once a team leads by 25+ points, their defense must stay in this area.
What is inside the paint?