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Interpret and apply the rules of basketball

Interpret and apply the rules of basketball

Unit of competency
National Code
SISSBSB205
State Code
WG001
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
06/03/2013
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
14/02/2014
Field of Education
092103 - Sports Coaching, Officiating And Instruction
Original Release Date
14/02/2014
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to interpret and apply the basic rules and regulations of basketball.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Update knowledge of basic rules and regulations of basketball.
  • 1.1 Access a copy of the current International Basketball Federation (FIBA) rules and interpretations of basketball.
  • 1.2 Identify the basic rules and regulations of basketball.
  • 1.3 Identify the roles and responsibilities of basketball officials.
  • 1.4 Access a copy of Basketball Australia’s rules interpretation.
  • 1.5 Assess conditions, equipment and resources prior to the game in accord with the accepted best practice principles of basketball.
  • 1.6 Conduct pre-game player checks according to competition requirements.
2. Update knowledge of codes of behaviour.
  • 2.1 Access relevant codes of behaviour.
  • 2.2 Obtain information about consequences of code of behaviour violations.
3. Identify fundamental positioning considerations.
  • 3.1 Identify appropriate positioning elements for set play situations.
  • 3.2 Identify best positions to see all elements of play and space between players.
  • 3.3 Adopt an appropriate position to observe general play with minimal disruption to the conduct of the game.
4. Apply basic rules and regulations of basketball.
  • 4.1 Identify fundamental breaches of rules and regulations by players and officials.
  • 4.2 Interpret rules or regulations for the given situation and make decisions consistently in accordance with the spirit of the game.
  • 4.3 Communicate decisions clearly using whistle and correct signals.
  • 4.4 Apply basic rules of basketball to respond to questions and resolve disputes.
  • 4.5 Complete game scoresheet in accordance with basketball refereeing guidelines or local association requirements.
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the individual, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Basic rules and regulations may include:
rules, codes of behaviour and rules interpretations of organisations such as:
Basketball Australia
FIBA
Australian Sports Commission (ASC)
current editions of Official Basketball Rules and Referee’s Manual.
Basketball officials may include:
referees supervisor
scoretable
court supervisor
referee
coaches
team managers
support personnel.
Conditions may include:
playing surface
lighting
weather.
Equipment and resources may include:
clock
bench
backboards
marked court
score table or bench
team bench
padded backboard and stand
electronic and/or manual scoring system
horns, buzzers and bells
game clock
timekeepers or official scorers
ring and net
uniform
whistle
game ball
scoresheet.
Best practice principlesmay include:
Basketball Australia, state or territory body or local association code of conduct policy
ASC Officials code of behaviour
state or territory body or local association regulations and guidelines
relevant Basketball Australia, state, territory or local government regulations and guidelines
employer organisation policies and procedures
the culture of Australian basketball
accepted preventative practices adopted by self or peers to minimise safety hazards and risks in the same or similar situations
current and past good practice demonstrated by self or peers in the same or similar situation.
Player checksmay include:
nails
jewellery
uniform.
Codes of behaviourmay include:
ASC
Basketball Australia
Basketball Australia disciplinary process for code of behaviour violations
those specific to players, coaches or officials
state or territory body
local association.
Fundamental positioning considerations may include:
general play
set plays
offensive and defensive
areas of responsibility
6 areas:
trail 1 - 3
lead 4 - 6
5 shared
obtaining the best view.
Set play situations may include:
starting the game or periods,e.g. jump ball
free throw penalties
restarting play
working as a team
sandwich principle.
General play may include:
team possessions
offensive plays
defensive plays,e.g. man to man or zone
the elements of working as a team in terms of the 'sandwich principle'.
Fundamental breachesmay include:
pushing fouls
holding fouls
hand fouls
out of bounds
double dribble
travel violation.
Spirit of the game may include:
player and official safety paramount
notion of fair play
sportsmanship
intent of the rules
junior sports policy
enjoyment.
Signals may include:
foul infraction
violation infraction
successful basket
jump ball.
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of ability to:
access and use FIBA Rules of Basketball to find relevant information on basic rules
use a range of resources to develop knowledge of basketball rules, interpretations and regulations including:
rules and regulations for local competitions
basketball codes of behaviour
interpret and apply basic basketball rules consistently during basketball games.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure:
application of the basic rules and regulations of basketball.
Assessment must also ensure access to:
information sources in order to collect sufficient information
a copy of the FIBA rules
a copy of the Basketball Australia rules and interpretations
National Sporting Organisation sport specific rules, regulations and code of behaviour.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of basic basketball rules
case studies and problem-solving exercises to assess ability to interpret and apply basic basketball rules and regulations
oral or written questioning or interview to test knowledge of sport-specific code of behaviour and basic rules and regulations.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example when used to referee basketball games:
SISSSOF101 Develop and update officiating knowledge
SISSSOF202 Officiate games or competitions.