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Game Rules & Uniform StandardsSEHAL Game Rules

🏀 SEHAL Official Game Rules & Uniform Standards

Powered by TCAL Southeast | Governed Under NFHS Standards

🔹 Game Rules

All SEHAL games operate under official NFHS (National Federation of State High School Associations) rules:

  • 8-minute quarters

  • 3-minute overtime periods

  • Player disqualification after 5 personal fouls

  • Official SEHAL game ball and equipment are mandatory

  • Bench decorum and coaching conduct will be strictly enforced at all times

🔹 Uniform Requirements

All programs must wear SEHAL-compliant uniforms that meet NFHS standards:

  • Legal and visible jersey numbers

  • Full compliance with all safety, color, and design regulations

  • Teams must maintain a consistent home/away uniform set

🔹 Game Ball

  • Only league-approved basketballs may be used

  • Official game balls will be distributed prior to the start of each season

  • Teams are responsible for keeping balls in game-ready condition

🔹 Team Registration & Fees

  • All teams must complete Annual Registration with the SEHAL League Office

  • Participation Fee:$2,500 per team (Due August 10)

  • No installment plans, refunds, or transfers permitted

🔹 Roster Submission & Eligibility

Rosters must be submitted by December 10 each year. Required documentation includes:

  • Photo ID or School ID with date of birth

Roster Policies:

  • Roster Lock: No additions after Dec 10

  • Exception: Maximum of 2 approved additions with written league approval

  • Players must be:

    • Enrolled in an accredited educational program, or

    • Have officially graduated

  • Transfers require:

    • Written release from the previous program

    • SEHAL league approval

🔹 Recruitment Regulations

The following actions are strictly prohibited:

❌ Contacting or recruiting players from other SEHAL/TCAL programs
❌ Offering incentives, scholarships, or benefits to athletes already registered with another SEHAL team

Penalties:

  • 1st Offense: Written warning + $500 fine

  • 2nd Offense:One-year probation

  • 3rd Offense:Expulsion from SEHAL

🔹 League Game Participation

  • Attendance is mandatory for all officially scheduled league games

  • Emergency absences require 48-hour notice and documented proof

No-shows or unjustified forfeits may result in:

  • Fine up to $2,500

  • Loss of playoff eligibility

  • Possible legal recourse and financial compensation claims

🔹 League Schedule

  • Season schedule finalized by October 1 each year

  • Official SEHAL games are held on designated weekends (Saturday–Sunday)

🔹 Overtime Rules

  • 2-minute overtime period

  • 1 timeout per team in OT

  • Player disqualification after 5 fouls

  • All additional gameplay follows NFHS standards

🔹 Playoff Eligibility

  • Only SEHAL-sanctioned games count toward league standings

  • Non-league play is encouraged for exposure but does not affect seeding

  • Strength of schedule and overall record are considered for playoff seeding

📞 Contact & Resources

🌐 www.sehal.net
📧 officialsehal@email.com
📞 (850) 204-1410