2024 2025 IAABO Manual June20_2024

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Pregame: On the Court

Pregame: On the Court A. Arrival, Warmup, Observation, Table Instruction (see page 81). 1. Crew arrives on the court at least 15 minutes prior to game time. a. Umpires proceed to pregame warmup position.

b. Referee secures and approves game ball. c. Referee secures pregame ceremony format. d. Referee proceeds to pregame warmup position.

2. Pregame positions are located on sideline opposite the scorer’s table. The U1 and U2 should be positioned at the 28 foot mark or edge of the coaching box line (see diagram pg. 81). a. Officials may engage in light cardiovascular activities and active stretching to warm up before the contest. 3. Referee’s position is at the division line. 4. U1 observes the home team, U2 observes the visiting team. Umpires count players and provide information to the Referee. 5. Responsibilities include: a. Check court and equipment. a. Prohibit further participation in warm-ups if there is a safety concern. If any illegal apparel/equipment is observed, team members can continue to warm up, but will not be able to participate in the game unless the situation is resolved. If officials observe an issue with illegal uniforms, equipment, or adomments, the issue should be promptly addressed directly with the head coach and not the players. It is recommended that 2 crew members meet with the head coach. During this time, one official should continue to observe both teams during warmups. b. Enforce pregame dunking rules. c. Enforce sportsmanship rules. 6. Use time wisely during warmup period. a. Identify pivot foot and moves off the dribble. b. Observe post play movement. c. Observe 3-point attempts. d. U1 and U2 may change positions to observe the other team during pregame warm-ups. 7. At the 12-Minute Mark: a. Referee goes to scorer’s and timer’s table b. Referee meets and creates comfort level with table personnel, emphasizing their significance as part of the officiating team. c. Ensures correct roster information provided to official scorer. d. Gives instructions to scorer and timer (see instructions page 83) B. Captains, Head Coaches, Officials Meeting 1. At the 10-minute mark or when the Referee completes table instructions, the umpires will join the referee