LA MIRADA VOLUNTEER COACH COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT CODE OF ETHICS

 I will strive to set an example of good sportmanship, conduct, and influence the proper attitude for my team and spectators.

 I will refrain from using obscene language, gestures, or physical abuse regarding the decision of an official or the actions of opposing coaches, players, or spectators.

 I will abide by all department league rules, regulations, and guidelines governing play.

 I will be a leader for my team, and display consideration towards participants, officials and spectators.

 I will abide by all decisions made by officials.

 I will incorporate a wholesome and rewarding Sports For-Fun attitude towards all participants.

 I will be considerate toward opponents whether I win or lose. Youth Basketball League

 BY ACCEPTING COACHING GUIDE, I AGREE TO FOLLOW THE CODE OF ETHICS AND Coaches’ Guide PROMOTE A HEALTHY ENVIRONMENT FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE PARTICIPANTS AND THE LEAGUE. Rules & Regulations

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VIOLATIONS DURING THROW- INS

La Mirada Youth Sports Leagues are recreational as well  Player fails to inbound the ball onto the court within 5 sec- as instructional! onds.

 Handing the ball to players on the court. This rule book is designed to help you understand the league,

 Running the base/side line after a foul or violation call. and the rules that govern it. The rules apply to every division

 Ball is not in-bounded from half court, when a timeout is with few exceptions. However, there may be instances where called by either team. certain rules are enforced more than others. For example, at the beginning of the season the referees will be more lenient TECHNICAL FOULS on rules, such as traveling, double dribbling, and lane  Technical fouls automatically result in 2 free throws and possession of the ball for the shooting team. violations to allow for development. As the season  Disrespect toward officials or other players. progresses, the referees will enforce more calls to gauge  Use of profanity or any language deemed inappropriate by progress. Thank you, good luck, and have a great season! officials

 Overly aggressive play in which the Defensive player does not make a play on the ball.

 Back court pressure after 2nd warning.

 Harrassment of players, officials, scorekeepers, city staff, and other spectators after first warning.

 All forms of unsportsmanlike conduct will not be tolerated!!! Violators are subject to Ejection and/or Suspension.

GENERAL VIOLATIONS RULES AND REGULATIONS (All Divisions)  Running with the ball (traveling), kicking the ball, dribbling with 2 hands simultaneously (double-dribble),  This is a recreational league. Scores are not kept for carrying the ball (hand positioned underneath the dribble). determining placement in the league.

 Being in continuous control of the ball while in the back  Each team shall have 5 players on the court. A team can court for 10 consecutive seconds. begin with 4 players, and continue with no less than 3 players.  Dribbling the ball in the back court after it has already been in the front court.  There will be 8 minute quarters. Each player will be required to play 1 quarter in each half. With no player  While dribbling the ball, stepping on the base/side line is playing more than 3 quarters unless there are only 5 not permitted. players.

 Grabbing another players jersey to prevent that player  5-6 Division plays 6 Minute Quarters. 7-14 Divisions from advancing with the ball. play 8 Minute Quarters.

VIOLATIONS DURING FREE THROWS  There is no free substitution. The substitute player (s) shall remain outside the boundary lines until summoned  The shooter fails to stay behind the free throw line while by the referee. Exceptions will only be allowed in the attempting a free throw. (Referee’s discretion) event that a player is injured or fouls out.

 The shooter does not shoot the ball within 10 seconds of  Teams must wear assigned uniforms to every game and receiving the ball from the referee. uniforms must be worn appropriately. For example, baggy shorts below the waist will not be tolerated.  During a free throw situation, either team enters the lane (key) before the shot hits the rim. (Lane violation)  Each team will be allowed TWO 1 minute timeouts per half. A 30 second referee’s time out will be taken in the  A maximum of 7 players are allowed in the lane at a time event that minor injury occurs to a player. Teams must while a free throw is being attempted. (4 defensive, and 2 take the floor within 10 seconds of the request of the offensive players, and the shooter). official.

 If there are six or more players, each player must sit out at least ONE quarter PER GAME. No player is

allowed to play an entire game, unless there are only 5 players present. It is the coaches responsibility to adhere to the minimum playing time rule.

RULES AND REGULATIONS 9-14 Divisions RULES AND REGULATIONS 5-8 Divisions

 Each game will begin with a jump ball. The team who does not  Possession will be determined at the beginning of each gain possession at the first jump ball will have possession the game by the officials. next jump ball. Possession will switch at the time of each jump ball during the quarter. Possession will switch at the beginning  In 5-8 yr. old divisions score is not be kept. Scoring is of each quarter regardless of which team had possession at allowed in 7-8 yr. old division only in the final 4 games. the beginning of the previous quarter. There will be no Overtime or Back Court defense allowed.

 No full court pressure will be allowed in any division with the  In 5-8 yr. old divisions they must play Zone defense and exception of the rule below. The defense must allow the offense may not double team. to cross the half court line before defending. Failure to do so will result in two verbal warnings, followed by a technical foul  Any player holding the ball for 5 consecutive seconds on the third infraction. Half court is determined at the Without dribbling will be in violation. official’s discretion.  The following are heights of the rim and ball sizes for  A full court press will only be allowed in the last 4 minutes of each age group. the 4th quarter, IF the score is within 15 points or less. Applies only to 9-14 year old divisions. Age Height Ball Size  5-6 8’Ft 27.0

 The 9-14 year old divisions may play man to man or zone 7-8 9’Ft 28.5 defense. 9-10 10’Ft 28.5  The 9-14 year old divisions are allowed to double and triple team an opponent. 11-12 10’Ft 29.5

 The 9-14 year old divisions will be allowed 3 seconds in the key. 13-14 10’Ft 29.5

 Clock stoppage will occur during the last two minutes of the  Half court is determined at the official’s discretion. fourth quarter, unless one team is ahead by 11 or more points in the 9-14 year old divisions only.  There will be a designated attack line in age groups 5-8. The line will be pointed out at the start of each game by  Divisions 9-14 have overtime. Overtime Period consists of 4 the Officials and enforced. The Defensive team may not minutes. Last 2 minutes stop clock. defend until the Offensive team crosses the attack line.