Year 4 Miniball Rules and Regulations
Year 4 Miniball Rules and Regulations
Competition Overview
- This is a 5v5 Miniball competition for Year 4 students.
- Designed to encourage fun, development, and teamwork.
- Weekly games will be played in Term 4 on Thursday evenings.
- Skills & Drills Nights: Thursday 11th September and Thursday 18th September. (end of term 3)
- Game Nights: Thursday 9th October – Tuesday 4th December.
- Venues: EA Networks Centre and NBS Oxford Street Stadium.
Format
- Teams Consist of 7-9 Players
- On game nights, teams will play another team in 5v5 full court basketball.
- Emphasis is placed on equal play time, learning the game, and having fun.
Team Requirements
- Each team must have a Coach and a Manager.
- Coaches act as referees, supporting players on the court in a guiding and encouraging role. The Manager helps roll the subs equally
- If a team cannot find a coach, Basketball Mid Canterbury can assist by supporting parents, caregivers, or senior students willing to help.
- Teams must consist of Year 4 students. (Year 3 students are allowed to fill in if needed)
Uniform and Equipment
- Teams should wear matching tops or PE uniforms – numbers are not required
- Mouthguards are mandatory for ALL players
- Teams must bring their own warm up balls
- Game Balls will be provided by Basketball Mid Canterbury
Jewellery Policy
- All jewellery must be removed before players take the court.
- This includes watches, rings, earrings, bracelets, necklaces, and any spiritual or religious items.
- Players will not be permitted to play if jewellery is not removed to ensure safety for all participants.
Game Rules
- Games are played under modified 5v5 Miniball rules tailored to Year 4 players. (Please see the Yr4 Miniball Game rules page)
- Refereeing is done by the team’s coach, who should guide and assist players positively.
- Scores will be taken but is not officially recorded – the focus is on enjoyment and development.
- We keep the scores so we can schedule similar teams against each other
Conduct
- Coaches, players, and supporters are expected to uphold positive sideline
behaviour. - Verbal abuse, negativity, or poor sportsmanship will not be tolerated.
- Basketball Mid Canterbury reserves the right to remove any player, coach, or team if behaviour is inappropriate or unsafe.
Game Time Requests
- If a team has specific game time requests (e.g. due to other school activities or coach availability), the competition organiser must be informed at least 1 week prior to the scheduled game.
- Game time changes are not guaranteed and are subject to venue and draw constraints.
- Last-minute requests (within 7 days) may not be accommodated.
Weekly Draws
- Weekly draws will be released by the Friday before each game night.
- Draws will be posted on the Basketball Mid Canterbury GameDay website
- The link is in the information email
- It is each team's responsibility to check the draw in time for their scheduled games.
Complaints
- Any complaints regarding games, conduct, or organisation must be submitted in writing to operations@basketballmc.co.nz within 48 hours of the incident.
- Complaints should include details such as date, time, involved parties, and a clear description of the issue.
- Basketball Mid Canterbury will review all complaints promptly and make decisions at their discretion.
- Decisions made by Basketball Mid Canterbury regarding complaints are final.
