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NEW LONDON BASKETBALL LEAGUE RULES AND REGULATIONS

NEW LONDON BASKETBALL LEAGUE RULES AND REGULATIONS

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NEW LONDON BASKETBALL LEAGUE

OFFICIAL RULES & REGULATIONS

League Format: NCAA-Style Rules
Game Format: Two 20-Minute Halves
Eligibility: Men Ages 18 and Up



1. GAME FORMAT & TIMING

  1. Each game will consist of two (2) 20-minute halves.
  2. Halftime will be five (5) minutes.
  3. The game clock will run continuously except during timeouts, fouls, injuries, and other stoppages determined by the officials.
  4. The clock will stop according to NCAA-style timing rules, including appropriate stoppages during the final two minutes of each half.
  5. Overtime periods will consist of five (5) minutes.
  6. Additional overtime periods will be played until a winner is determined.
  7. Teams must be ready to play at their scheduled game time.

2. PLAYER ELIGIBILITY & ROSTERS

  1. All players must be at least 18 years old.
  2. Players must be officially registered with the league.
  3. Each team must have a minimum of five (5) players to begin a game.
  4. Teams may carry a maximum roster of (10) players.
  5. Players may only participate for the team they are officially registered with.
  6. No unauthorized player substitutions or additions to team rosters will be permitted.
  7. League officials reserve the right to verify player eligibility.

3. SUBSTITUTIONS

  1. Substitutions must be requested during a dead-ball situation.
  2. Players may enter the game only after receiving permission from the official.
  3. Substitutions must be completed without delaying the game.
  4. Substitutions are unlimited throughout the game.

4. FOULS & FREE THROWS

The league will follow NCAA-style personal and team foul regulations.

Personal Fouls

  • Players are disqualified after committing five (5) personal fouls.
  • Players must leave the game immediately after reaching the foul limit.
  • Intentional and flagrant fouls may result in additional penalties or ejection.

Team Fouls

  • Team fouls reset at halftime.
  • On the seventh team foul of each half, the opposing team enters the one-and-one bonus.
  • Beginning with the tenth team foul of each half, the opposing team receives two free throws.

Technical Fouls

  • Unsportsmanlike conduct, arguing excessively with officials, taunting, and inappropriate behavior may result in technical fouls.
  • Two technical fouls against an individual player will result in ejection.
  • Officials have final authority over disciplinary decisions during games.

5. TIMEOUTS

  1. Each team will receive three (3) timeouts per game.
  2. Each timeout will last sixty (60) seconds.
  3. Timeouts may only be requested by the head coach or a player on the court.
  4. Unused timeouts will not carry over into overtime.
  5. Each team will receive one additional timeout per overtime period.

6. STYLE PLAYING RULES

The league will follow standard NCAA men's basketball playing rules where applicable.

  • Ten-second backcourt violation.
  • Five-second closely guarded count where applicable.
  • Three-point field goals will count for three points.
  • Free throws will count for one point.
  • Traveling and double-dribble violations will be enforced.
  • Offensive and defensive three-second violations will be enforced.
  • Out-of-bounds violations will result in possession for the opposing team.
  • Players must maintain legal defensive positioning and avoid illegal contact.

7. UNIFORMS & EQUIPMENT

  1. All players must wear matching or clearly identifiable team jerseys.
  2. Jerseys must have visible numbers.
  3. Teams must wear appropriate basketball footwear.
  4. No jewelry, watches, or other dangerous accessories may be worn during games.
  5. Officials may prohibit equipment or clothing considered unsafe.

8. SPORTSMANSHIP & PLAYER CONDUCT

The New London Basketball League promotes competitive basketball while maintaining respect, integrity, and sportsmanship.

Players and spectators are expected to:

  • Respect referees, opponents, teammates, and league staff.
  • Avoid fighting, threatening behavior, and excessive arguing.
  • Refrain from profanity directed toward officials or other participants.
  • Avoid taunting, harassment, and unsportsmanlike conduct.
  • Maintain a positive and respectful environment.

Zero-Tolerance Policy:

Physical altercations, fighting, or threatening behavior may result in immediate ejection, suspension, or removal from the league without a refund.

9. FORFEITS & LATE ARRIVALS

  1. Teams must have at least five (5) eligible players ready to play at the scheduled start time.
  2. A ten-minute grace period may be provided for late arrivals.
  3. Teams unable to field five players after the grace period will forfeit.
  4. A forfeit will be recorded as a loss.
  5. Repeated forfeits may result in removal from the league.

10. REFEREES & LEAGUE OFFICIALS

  1. Referees are responsible for enforcing all game rules.
  2. Referee decisions regarding on-court judgment calls are final.
  3. Players and coaches must communicate with officials respectfully.
  4. League administrators reserve the right to review disciplinary incidents and issue additional penalties.
  5. No player or spectator may interfere with the officials' responsibilities.

11. PLAYOFFS & CHAMPIONSHIP

  1. Playoff eligibility and qualification will be determined by regular-season standings.
  2. Teams must remain in good standing with the league to participate.
  3. Tie-breakers will be determined using the following order:
    • Head-to-head record.
    • Overall point differential.
    • Points allowed.
    • League administrator decision, if necessary.
  4. Playoff games will follow the same two 20-minute half format.
  5. Championship winners will receive league recognition and championship awards.

12. LEAGUE ADMINISTRATION & FINAL AUTHORITY

The New London Basketball League reserves the right to modify, clarify, or enforce rules when necessary to maintain fairness, safety, and the integrity of the competition.

All players are responsible for understanding and following the league's rules and regulations.

Participation in the league signifies agreement to abide by all established policies.



NEW LONDON BASKETBALL LEAGUE

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Our Mission: To provide competitive basketball while supporting local youth, community programs, and positive opportunities for the next generation.

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