1. PTI Intramurals
“IM Basketball Rules”

2. The Game 5 vs. 5 Minimum 4 players on the court to start
NFHS rules will govern play
Exceptions: NCAA F/T rules
Two 15-minute halves
Running clock except last minute of 2nd half
Clock will then stop on each whistle
No shot clock
One 30-second timeout per half
Overtimes
Three minutes
Timing procedures will be the same as 2nd half

3. The Game Pregame No headgear and no jewelry
PTI IDs are required and are collected prior to all IM contests.
Dunking is not permitted during pregame or halftime.
Technical foul
No headgear and no jewelry
Elastic headbands are permitted
Jewelry, etc. may be permitted for religious or medical reasons with staff approval

4. Game Specifics Free throws Space below the block is not occupied
First available space is above the block
Players must promptly line up for free throws
Must have 2 defensive players in those two spaces
Alternating Possession arrow will be used
Closely guarded
5-second count will be in effect when an offensive player is closely guarded (defender within 6 feet) in the frontcourt when he/she is dribbling or holding the ball
Possible for one offensive player to be closely guarded for up to 12 seconds

5. Game Specifics Substitutions
Must wait at the scorer’s table for the first dead ball to be beckoned into the game by officials
Eligibility
Player may only compete with one team
Eligible players may be added at any time prior to the first playoff game

6. When do we play?? Thursday nights, 7-9pm March 6, 13, 20, 27 April 3
South Fayette Intermediate School
3700 Old Oakdale Road, McDonald, PA
March 6, 13, 20, 27 April 3
No student transportation available
Schedule will be posted by next Monday