rec teams

These clinics will be 50 minutes in length on Saturdays and will be parent led. The main focus will be introducing key fundamentals and drills. The second part of clinic will be a scrimmage between both teams.

The purpose of this league is the continued development of our young players. The league encourages all coaches to work on developing and strengthening the players' skills on the court. All coaches and players should maintain the highest standards of good sportsmanship and respect for their fellow teammates, coaches, opponents and referees. Please remember this is RECREATIONAL basketball (for FUN and enjoyment of all).

Games:

1. A game shall consist of TWO (2) 20 MINUTE HALVES.
2. Three minutes between halves.
3. The clock will be stopped for the last min of 1st half and 2 minutes of 2nd HALF for out of bounds, free throws, substitutions, injuries, etc. ***THE CLOCK WILL ALSO BE STOPPED EVERY 5 MIN FOR SUBSTITUTIONS THROUGHOUT THE GAME***
4. Each team will have 2 time-outs per half, NO CARRYOVERS. (Calling an extra time out you do not have results in a technical foul automatically – no exceptions to this rule other than injuries.)
   
5. No overtime will occur if a game is tied at the end of regulation play, except during playoff games. In playoff games, there will be a 3 minute running clock. The clock will stop for free throws and substitutions and time-outs. (There will be one time out per team in each overtime.)
   
6. Intentional fouls will result in 2 free throws and the ball then goes to the team that was fouled.
   
7. There is a "5-second" lane violation (not a 3-second lane violation) on offensive players.
8. 3 Pointers will only count as 2 Points
   

Defense:

1.  Man-to-man defense must be played. If not, the referee shall call a technical foul for illegal defense. Defender should be half way between their man and the lane – NOT IN THE LANE unless their man is in the lane as well, but does not have to go past the three point line to defend.
   
2. Double Teaming is permitted only in the key.
3. Picking up the player until the original defender catches up is permitted.
4. Defensive switching is allowed.
5.  NO ZONE DEFENSES PERMITTED. All defenses must be played in the front-court. We want these kids to start learning how to manage an offense…if they pick up and pressure too early it becomes too much one-on-one and turnovers. No defense beyond the three point arc.
6. Half court man-to-man defense is permitted in the last 2 minutes of the 2nd half and all of overtime (still no zone defenses). IF YOU ARE AHEAD BY 10 OR MORE POINTS YOU MAY NOT PRESS UNTIL YOUR LEAD IS LESS THAN 10 POINTS.
   

Fouls:

1. Each player is allowed 5 fouls (this includes technical fouls) before fouling out. (This means that upon committing their 5th foul they are out of the game.)
2. If there are not enough players, then the player may continue to play, but each foul over 5 will result in 2 free throws AND possession for the opposing team.
   

Playing Time:

1. ALL PLAYERS MUST PLAY AT LEAST HALF THE GAME (unless there are more than 10 players present).
   (This is mandatory - not just a polite request.)
   
2. Attempt to have each player start at least one game during the season.
   
3. If there are less than 5 players from your roster to start the game, a "gym rat" may be used until a fifth player arrives. At that time, the "gym rat" may no longer play. Then the game must continue with five players. NOTE: If a "gym rat" is used, he/she is not allowed to score. If he/she does score, no points will be added, and the ball will be given to the opposing team.
   

Note to all parents/coaches & players:

The only goals of the recreational basketball program are to make sure that all participants develop their skills in some aspect of the game, and that all participants enjoy the experience enough to want to play again next year.



That being said, it is inevitable that some minor disputes will arise, perhaps both on and off the court. Please keep in mind the “golden rule” of rec sports: IT IS ALL ABOUT THE KIDS!! If a situation occurs that you feel needs addressing please contact me and I will try and resolve it. Do not interact with referees, or coaches, or other parents in a negative manner, please air any grievances with me before taking them public.

Thank you all for allowing your child to participate in the Rec Basketball program…I look forward to a successful and rewarding season for all.

VP Recreational Basketball

recbasketball@grybl.org

Recreational Basketball Rules and Regulations

The purpose of this league is the continued development of our young players. The league encourages all coaches to work on developing and strengthening the players' skills on the court. All coaches and players should maintain the highest standards of good sportsmanship and respect for their fellow teammates, coaches, opponents and referees. Please remember this is RECREATIONAL basketball (for FUN and enjoyment of all).

Games:

1. A game shall consist of TWO (2) 20 MINUTE HALVES.
2. Three minutes between halves.
3. The clock will be stopped for the last 1 minute of the 1st HALF and last 2 minutes for the 2nd half for out of bounds, free throws, substitutions, injuries, etc. ***THE CLOCK WILL ALSO BE STOPPED EVERY 5 MIN FOR SUBSTITUTIONS THROUGHOUT THE GAME***
   
4. Each team will have 2 time-outs per half, NO CARRYOVERS. (Calling an extra time out you do not have results in a technical foul automatically – no exceptions to this rule other than injuries.)
   
5. No overtime will occur if a game is tied at the end of regulation play, except during playoff games. In playoff games, there will be a 3 minute running clock. The clock will stop for free throws and substitutions and time-outs.
   (There will be one time out per team in each overtime.)
   
6. Intentional fouls will result in 2 free throws and the ball then goes to the team that was fouled.
   
7. There is a "5-second" lane violation (not a 3-second lane violation) on offensive players.
   

Defense:

1. Man-to-man defense must be played. If not, the referee shall call a technical foul for illegal defense.
   a. Defender should be half way between his man and the lane – NOT IN THE LANE unless his man is in the lane as well, but does not have to go past the three point line to defend.
2. Double Teaming is permitted only in the key.
   a. Picking up the man until the original defender catches up is permitted.
   b. Defensive switching is allowed.
3. NO ZONE DEFENSES PERMITTED. All defenses must be played in the front-court. We want these kids to start learning how to manage an offense…if they pick up and pressure too early it becomes too much one-on-one and turnovers. No defense beyond the first line past the top of the key.
4. Full court man-to-man defense is permitted in the last 2 minutes of THE GAME AND ALL OF OVERTIME (still no zone defenses) WITH THIS EXCEPTION: IF YOU ARE AHEAD BY 10 OR MORE POINTS YOU MAY NOT PRESS UNTIL YOUR LEAD IS LESS THAN 10 POINTS.
   

Fouls:

1. Each player is allowed 5 fouls before fouling out. (This means that upon committing his 5th foul he is out of the game.)
2. If there are not enough players, then the player may continue to play, but each foul over 5 will result in 2 free throws AND possession for the opposing team.
   

Playing Time:

1. ALL PLAYERS MUST PLAY AT LEAST HALF THE GAME (unless there are more than 10 players present).
   (This is mandatory - not just a polite request.). No Player should be on the court for more than 2 consecutive rotations in a half…regardless of your numbers.
2. Attempt to have each player start at least one game during the season.
3. If there are less than 5 players from your roster to start the game, a "gym rat" may be used until a fifth player arrives. At that time, the "gym rat" may no longer play. Then the game must continue with five players. NOTE: If a "gym rat" is used, he/she is not allowed to score. If he/she does score, no points will be added, and the ball will be given to the opposing team.
   

Gym Notes:

BOTH COACHES for the last game ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR RETURNING THE TIME CLOCK TO THE BASKETBALL LOCKER, and making sure all equipment is safely locked up in the lockers.

Note to all parents/coaches & players:

The only goals of the recreational basketball program are to make sure that all participants develop their skills in some aspect of the game, and that all participants enjoy the experience enough to want to play again next year.



That being said, it is inevitable that some minor disputes will arise, perhaps both on and off the court. Please keep in mind the “golden rule” of rec sports: IT IS ALL ABOUT THE KIDS!! If a situation occurs that you feel needs addressing please contact me and I will try and resolve it. Do not interact with referees, or coaches, or other parents in a negative manner, please air any grievances with me before taking them public.

Thank you all for allowing your child to participate in the Rec Basketball program…I look forward to a successful and rewarding season for all.

VP Recreational Basketball

recbasketball@grybl.org

Recreational Basketball Rules and Regulations

The purpose of this league is the continued development of our young players. The league encourages all coaches to work on developing and strengthening the players' skills on the court. All coaches and players should maintain the highest standards of good sportsmanship and respect for their fellow teammates, coaches, opponents and referees. Please remember this is RECREATIONAL basketball (for FUN and enjoyment of all).

Games:

1. A game shall consist of TWO (2) 20 MINUTE HALVES.
2. Three minutes between halves.
3. The clock will be stopped for the last MIN OF THE 1ST HALF AND LAST 2 MINUTES OF THE 2ND HALF for out of bounds, free throws, substitutions, injuries, etc. ***THE CLOCK WILL ALSO BE STOPPED EVERY 5 MIN FOR SUBSTITUTIONS THROUGHOUT THE GAME***
4. Each team will have 2 time-outs per half, NO CARRYOVERS. (Calling an extra time out you do not have results in a technical foul automatically – no exceptions to this rule other than injuries.)
5. No overtime will occur if a game is tied at the end of regulation play, except during playoff games. In playoff games, there will be a 3 minute running clock. The clock will stop for free throws and substitutions and time-outs.
   (There will be one time out per team in each overtime.)
6. Intentional fouls will result in 2 free throws and the ball then goes to the team that was fouled.
7. There is a "5-second" lane violation (not a 3-second lane violation) on offensive players.
   

Defense:

1. Man-to-man defense must be played. If not, the referee shall call a technical foul for illegal defense.
   a. Defender should be half way between his man and the lane – NOT IN THE LANE unless his man is in the lane as well, but does not have to go past the three point line to defend.
2. Double Teaming is permitted only in the key.
   a. Picking up the man until the original defender catches up is permitted.
   b. Defensive switching is allowed.
3. NO ZONE DEFENSES PERMITTED. All defenses must be played in the front-court. We want these kids to start learning how to manage an offense…if they pick up and pressure too early it becomes too much one-on-one and turnovers. No defense beyond the first line past the top of the key.
4. Full court man-to-man defense is permitted in the last 2 minutes of THE GAME AND ALL OF OVERTIME (still no zone defenses) WITH THIS EXCEPTION: IF YOU ARE AHEAD BY 10 OR MORE POINTS YOU MAY NOT PRESS UNTIL YOUR LEAD IS LESS THAN 10 POINTS.
   

Fouls:

1. Each player is allowed 5 fouls before fouling out. (This means that upon committing his 5th foul he is out of the game.)
2. If there are not enough players, then the player may continue to play, but each foul over 5 will result in 2 free throws AND possession for the opposing team.
   

Playing Time:

1. ALL PLAYERS MUST PLAY AT LEAST HALF THE GAME (unless there are more than 10 players present).
   (This is mandatory - not just a polite request.). No Player should be on the court for more than 2 consecutive rotations in a half…regardless of your numbers.
2. Attempt to have each player start at least one game during the season.
3. If there are less than 5 players from your roster to start the game, a "gym rat" may be used until a fifth player arrives. At that time, the "gym rat" may no longer play. Then the game must continue with five players. NOTE: If a "gym rat" is used, he/she is not allowed to score. If he/she does score, no points will be added, and the ball will be given to the opposing team.
   

Gym Notes:

BOTH COACHES for the last game ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR RETURNING THE TIME CLOCK TO THE BASKETBALL LOCKER, and making sure all equipment is safely locked up in the lockers.

Note to all parents/coaches & players:

The only goals of the recreational basketball program are to make sure that all participants develop their skills in some aspect of the game, and that all participants enjoy the experience enough to want to play again next year.



That being said, it is inevitable that some minor disputes will arise, perhaps both on and off the court. Please keep in mind the “golden rule” of rec sports: IT IS ALL ABOUT THE KIDS!! If a situation occurs that you feel needs addressing please contact me and I will try and resolve it. Do not interact with referees, or coaches, or other parents in a negative manner, please air any grievances with me before taking them public.

Thank you all for allowing your child to participate in the Rec Basketball program…I look forward to a successful and rewarding season for all.

VP Recreational Basketball

recbasketball@grybl.org