Basketball Rules
What is the maximum number of personal fouls a player can receive before fouling out in an NCAA game?
5
How many false starts are allowed in high school track before a runner is disqualified?
1
In NFHS softball, what is the correct call if a batter squares to bunt but does not pull the bat back and the pitch is a strike?
The pitch is a strike, regardless of whether the batter made an attempt to bunt.
What hand signal does a basketball official use for a traveling violation?
Rotating fists
What is the official’s primary job in any sport?
Enforce the rules fairly and maintain game flow
How many seconds does a team have to advance the ball past half-court?
10 seconds
What color flag does an official raise to indicate a legal jump or throw in field events?
White
In NFHS softball, if a runner leaves the base before the pitcher releases the ball, what is the correct ruling?
The runner is out for leaving early.
In softball, what does an umpire signal for a delayed dead ball?
Left arm extended outward
What is the main difference between an NCAA basketball official and an NBA official in terms of the three-point line?
The NCAA three-point line is shorter
What is the term for dribbling the ball with both hands at the same time?
Double dribble
In the long jump, what part of the athlete's body determines the official mark for measurement?
The body part closest to the takeoff board
What is the proper mechanic for an NFHS umpire when signaling a fair ball?
Pointing to fair territory with no verbal call.
How does a track & field official indicate a runner has been disqualified?
Raises a red flag
In softball, what is the term for when a fielder obstructs a runner without possession of the ball?
Obstruction
If a player is fouled while making a successful three-point shot, how many free throws do they get?
1
According to NFHS rules, what is the correct way to measure a legal long jump attempt?
From the nearest break in the landing pit made by any part of the body to the takeoff board.
In NFHS softball, what is the correct ruling when a batter swings and misses but the ball hits them in the batter’s box?
The ball is dead, and it is a strike
What is the proper mechanic for calling a charge in basketball?
Punching motion in the opposite direction of the offending team
What happens if a sprinter in track & field crosses into another lane during the race?
The runner is disqualified
When does the shot clock reset to 20 seconds instead of 30 in NCAA play?
When the offensive team gets an offensive rebound
In NFHS track & field, how long does an athlete have to complete a field event attempt once their name is called?
1 minute
What is the NFHS ruling if a defensive player blocks a base without possession of the ball?
Obstruction is called, and the runner is awarded the base they would have reached safely.
What should a referee do if unsure about a call?
Confer with other officials before making a decision
In basketball, what happens when two players from opposing teams gain possession of the ball at the same time?
A jump ball is called, and possession is determined by the possession arrow