I. General Rules (All Leagues)

A. Game Rules: All games scheduled by the PSA Basketball Program are played under the National Federation of High School (NFHS) rules except where modified by the PSA Basketball Rules.

B. Coaches: Each team is allowed a Head Coach and an Assistant Coach. They must be an adult, 21 years or older, with a current contract with PSA. The Head Coach is responsible for the conduct of all persons connected with their team (Assistant Coach, players, parents and fans). In the event that neither coach is available, a parent may act as the stand-in Head Coach.

C. Players: Only players listed on the official roster maintained at the PSA office are eligible to participate in games. Guest players are not authorized at any time or under any circumstances. A player may only play on one (1) team per grade. Players may play in their grade or higher.

D. Rosters: Teams are limited to 12 players on their roster. Under special circumstances, teams may petition the Basketball Director for an exemption to the 12-player limit. Additional players may be added to the official roster prior to the 3^rd week of the season. After the 3^rd week, coaches may petition their League Coordinator for an exception to the rule.

E. Game Lineup Cards: PSA Game Lineup cards are distributed at the coaches meeting and are available for pickup at the PSA office. Coaches must exchange the PSA Game Lineup cards prior to the start of every game. In the event that a team does not have their PSA Game Lineup cards at game time, a two (2) shot technical foul, and ball out of bounds will be assessed by the referee to begin the game. The coach must then provide the first and last names of all players and their numbers to both scorekeepers.

F. Scorekeepers: Both teams must provide scorekeepers for every game. The first team listed on the schedule is the home team. The home team provides the official scorekeeper and keeps the official scorebook.

1. Scorekeepers are required to sit on either side of the timekeeper. Scorekeepers may not sit in the stands or on the team bench.

2. The scorekeeper must list all players on each team by full name and number.

3. Record individual scoring, personal fouls, team fouls, time-outs and player participation.

4. Scorekeepers must compare their scorebook at the end of each quarter to ensure no discrepancies.

G. Forfeits: A team must have a minimum of 4 players and 1 coach in order to start the game. If a team is unable to field a team (4 players and 1 coach) within 10 minutes of the scheduled game time the game will be forfeited. Forfeited games will not be rescheduled.

H. Bench: Only eligible players and coaches (limit 2) on the official roster are permitted on the bench. During the game, coaches are not permitted on the court and must stay within the bench area. Referees may require that coaches remain seated.