Rules Bulletin – 18.01

Hello,

With some significant rule changes occurring this year.  Rules bulletins highlighting some substantial differences will be posted. Please see the following.

1. Offensive Technical Foul (Interpretation 17-39 STATEMENT)
   • Backcourt – Shot Clock REMAINS THE SAME
   • Frontcourt – If above 14, it will be RESET TO 14
   • Frontcourt – If below 14, it will REMAIN THE SAME
     • Interpretation for Bullet 2 must be adhered to as the rule does not specifically outline the above. 
2. Technical Foul and a Timeout (Interpretation 18/19-24)
   • 1 Free Throw to be administered immediately, BUT AFTER A TIME OUT
   1. • FIBA Rule Change Powerpoint Slide 14
      • Interpretation 18/19-24
   • Example:
     • Player A1 is fouled in the act of shooting on an unsuccessful basket. Player A1 is awarded 2 FT attempts. Following the first FT attempt, Coach A has assessed a technical foul. A timeout is called by TEAM A or B.
     • Timeout is granted. Following the timeout, Team B will shoot 1 technical foul free throw at the opposite end. Player A1 will then shoot their second FT with players lined up and play will occur off the free throw.