Pre-Game Ball Procedures

Question 1

When does the official test game balls?

Answer 1

Prior to the start of the game between the 40- and 20- minute mark.

Question 2

Who is required to take the game balls to the Officials Locker Room at the 40- minute mark?

Answer 2

The equipment managers (3)

Question 3

What will the CC inspect all three balls for?

Answer 3

Wears and tears and pressure 7 1/2 to 8 1/2 PSI.

Question 4

What must the CC do after they arrive on the court with the game balls?

Answer 4

They must select a player from each time to select the game ball.

Question 5

What happens when the selected team player cannot agree on which ball to use?

Answer 5

The CC will select the ball.

Question 6

When does the CC designate a person to administer the jump ball?

Answer 6

They will designate after the choose the game ball prior to the start of the game.