NATIONAL BASKETBALL LEAGUE
UNDER 12 LEAGUES
Club Information Pack
2015 - 2016
www.basketballengland.co.uk
U12’s Basketball Philosophy
These are children
This is a game for children
Parents can cheer for all children on both teams
This is not the NBA
A Jr. NBL Club will:
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Provide Children with a safe, healthy and positive environment
Endeavour to apply and support the Mission, Vision & Values of Basketball England
Ensure that Children have fun without pressure, harassment or abuse from adults
Support coaches in fulfilling their roles
Acknowledge good practice and challenge poor practice
Ensure parents are aware of, and adhere to the Jr. NBL philosophy and the Parent Code of
Conduct
Publish the Jr. NBL philosophy on its website/social media platforms and direct coaches and
parents to it
Utilise the Jr. NBL Development Framework
Ensure that coaches understand the Jr. NBL Development Framework
A Jr. NBL Coach Will:
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Treat every child with respect and dignity
Set a good example of conduct, attitude and behaviour
Have knowledge of, and adhere to the principles of the Jr. NBL Philosophy
Work with the Jr. NBL Development Framework
Apply the principles contained within the Jr. NBL Philosophy
Value qualities beyond winning and promote a love for the game, teamwork and
relationship with the club
Emphasise competing and trying your best
Provide equal opportunity for every child to participate in coaching sessions and competition
Endeavour to build the confidence and self esteem of every child in every session
Encourage problem solving and creativity
At training, reward and recognise progress made in the following areas:
o Social and Personal Development
o Physical and Movement Development
o Skill Focus
o Game Understanding
Place the needs and interests of each child above those of the sport
Encourage all children to play to the rules and show respect to the opposition, officials and
coach
Recognise and reward effort and improvement, not just winning.
Jr.NBL
U12 League Rules and Standards
1. Competition
1.1 No Scores will be officially recorded by Basketball England.
1.2 No League tables will be officially recorded by Basketball England.
1.3 Games can only be played on cross court baskets with 2 games being played at any one time
(One regular basketball court).
1.4 Teams will be split geographically to create groups of 8-12 teams.
1.5 Each club will be responsible for hosting 2-3 events for a minimum of four teams. The schedule
will be provided by Basketball England.
1.6 Players must be born on or after 01/09/2003 and on or before 31/08/2005. Any players born
outside of this age range would not be eligible to participate.
1.7 All Players, coaches and team followers must be registered for National League with Basketball
England.
1.8 Competitions will be single gender, with the option to have mixed gender leagues (dependant on
entries).
2. Game Rules
The rules of the game will follow the official Basketball rules apart from:
2.1 Games are 4 v 4
2.2 Teams on the day must contain a minimum of 6 players. It is recommended that they contain no
more than 8 players.
2.3 Each game will consist of four six minute quarter with a one minute turnaround and a three minute
turnaround between quarters two and three.
2.4 Each player must play at least two quarters.
2.5 Scores are reset to 0-0 at the end of each quarter
2.6 All baskets are worth 2 points unless the cross courts have key markings, in which case two
points will be awarded for baskets shot inside the key and three points for baskets shot outside the
key.
2.7 There will be a mandatory 15 minute refreshments break after the second set of games in a four
team event.
2.8 Games will be played with a size 5 basketball.
2.9 One referee per game
2.10 There will be no free throws awarded so all fouls will result in an inbound pass.
2.11 The following rules and tactics have been removed or are prohibited from being used.
2.9.1 Fouls will not be counted
2.9.2 No free throws
2.9.3 No time outs
2.9.5 No Screens
3. Standards
3.1 Games must be played on cross court baskets on a regular Basketball court to allow two games
to be played at once.
3.2 If possible Basketball goals should be lowered to 8.6 feet, however games can be played on 10 ft
goals.
3.3 Two backboards made from transparent or wood material.
3.4 Venue should have enough room for 50 seated spectators
3.5 Two separate changing rooms with access to toilet and shower facilities
3.6 It is recommended to use an electronic scoreboard with digital countdown to show score and time.
Flip scoreboard and stop watch is can be used if a digital scoreboard is not available.
3.7 A first aid at work/emergency first aid certificate holder must be present at each event.
3.8 Ensure that there are an adequate number of club personnel for match day tasks.
3.9 All coaches must hold a level two basketball coaching qualification and meet all the criteria that
comes along being registered as a coach in the National League (DBS checked, Current
Safeguarding and First aid training).
3.10 Referees should hold a level two qualification.
Under 12’s Court Diagram
The following diagram helps to show how host clubs can set up their courts when hosting an
event. There are no set guidelines for the dimensions of the court; however the games should
be played across the basketball court. This allows all hosts to have two games being played
at any one time and use the baseline and half court lines as sideline markings (see diagram
below).
It is not mandatory to have key markings; however when keys are used shots outside the key
will be worth three points and shots inside the key are worth two. The reason for this is to help
encourage young players to shoot.
Key dimensions:
Length: 4m
Width: 2.5m
Lic No. Player Name
Under 12’s Rotation Sheet
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Host Club:
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All players must play at least 2 quarters
Use the boxes below to help.
After the event, this sheet should be emailed to
scoresheets@basketballengland,co.uk by host club
Host club should sign below before sending
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Host Club organiser sign and print here:
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Q2
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6 Man Rotation
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Q2
Q3
Q4
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Q2
Q3
Q4
Q3
Q4
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Q2
Q3
Q4
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7 Man Rotation
Q1
Q2
8 Man Rotation
Q1
Q2
Team Name
Under 12’s Template Schedule
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Host Club:
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Games consist of four, six minute quarters
There should be a one minute turnaround between quarters and a three minute turnaround at half time.
Scores are reset to 0-0 at the end of each quarter
No scores are officially recorded
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Four Team Tournament
COURT 1
Team
COURT 2
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Team
Team
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Team
1
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2
3
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4
1
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3
2
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4
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Six Team Tournament
COURT 1
Mandatory 15 minute break
2
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3
1
Team
Five Team Tournament
COURT 1
Team
V
COURT 2
Team
Team
V
V
2
3
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4
5
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1
2
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3
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3
Mandatory 15 minute break
V
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1
Team
Mandatory 15 minute break
2
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4
3
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5
1
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4
2
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5
Team
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Team
1
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2
6
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4
5
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3
2
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6
3
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1
4
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5
6
V
1
4
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2
2
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3
6
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5
Team
1
4
V
COURT 2
Mandatory 15 minute rest
1
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4
2
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5
3
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6
5
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3
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