Mid Canterbury Basketball Association

Rules and Regulations

Basketball Mid Canterbury – Women’s Grade Rules & Regulations

1. Eligibility

Open to all female players aged Year 9 at high school and above.
Players must be registered through GameDay before taking the court. (Including one day players)
Teams may include up to 10 players on their roster.
Players must play at least 3 games to qualify for finals
All late-season ring-ins (after Round 1) must be approved by the competition organiser ahead of time and well before the game in question.

2. Game Format

Games are 4 × 10-minute quarters (stop clock).
2-minute quarter breaks and 3-minute halftime.
5 players on court per team.
Minimum of 4 players needed to start the game.

3. Scoring & Results

Standard basketball scoring applies: 2-point field goals, 3-point shots, and free throws.
Win = 2 points, Loss = 1 point, Default = 0 points.
Ladder determined by total points, then points differential.

4. Uniforms & Equipment

Teams are encouraged to wear matching singlets or shirts with clearly visible numbers.
Bibs will be provided if teams have the same colour.
No jewellery or watches allowed on court.

5. Fouls & Free Throws

Personal fouls and team fouls will be recorded.
After 5 team fouls per half, opponents shoot 2 free throws.
Players foul out after 5 personal fouls.

6. Timeouts & Substitutions

Each team is allowed:
- 2 timeouts in the first half
- 3 timeouts in the second half (45 seconds each)
Substitutions may be made on a dead ball.
Players may only enter the court when called in by officials.

7. Behaviour & Sportsmanship

Zero tolerance for abusive or disrespectful behaviour toward referees, players, or spectators.
Technical fouls may result in suspension from the following game. (Behaviour, On-Court Infractions & Technical Fouls)
Teams are expected to maintain a positive and social atmosphere.

8. Defaults & Forfeits

If a team cannot field 4 players within 5 minutes of the scheduled start time, the game is a default.
Teams must notify organisers at least 24 hours in advance if they cannot play.

9. Duty Team Responsibilities

The team with a bye is required to do bench duty.
Ensure the game clock and scoresheet are accurate.

10. Competition Spirit

This grade is designed to be social but competitive, encouraging participation and enjoyment.
All disputes will be handled by the BBMC Competition Committee, whose decision is final. (Behaviour, On-Court Infractions & Technical Fouls)