Release of the full 2025-2026 Basketball Rules is set for October 1st, 2025.
10.3.1 General Guidelines
- 10.3.1-1 If a rule in the sport of basketball is not specifically addressed or contained herein, NFHS (“Federation”) rules shall be applied.
- 10.3.1-1.1 DIAA guidelines may be referred to and applied in certain situations when deemed appropriate.
- 10.3.1-1.2 No coach or coordinator at the affiliate level shall alter, revise, or change any rules prior to, during, or after the conclusion of competition.
- 10.3.1-2 The CYM Sports Coordinator is the lead rules interpreter for the sport of basketball within CYM Sports programming.
- 10.3.1-2.1 Interpretation of all CYM Sports rulings and governing rules for the sport of basketball will be declared final by the CYM Sports Coordinator.
- 10.3.1-3 The CYM Boys’ and/or Girls’ Basketball Coordinator is the lead representative(s) and organizer(s) for the sport of basketball within CYM Sports programming.
- 10.3.1-4 The Basketball Ambassador(s) are the lead advocates for all affiliate coaches within CYM Sports programming.
- 10.3.1-4.1 Head Coaches may suggest rule changes to the Basketball Ambassador(s) or CYM Basketball Coordinators prior to or after season.