How to work a scoreboard for basketball

How To... Scorekeep a Basketball Game

The following information details the step by step procedure required to properly score and time a basketball game. The 'Timer' is responsible for the game clock, score board and possession arrow. The 'Scorer' is responsible for completing the score-sheet. Use the completed sample scoresheet along with the information provided below is also available at each gym site by the Gym Supervisor.

SCORE CLOCK OPERATOR

1. Game Times. STOPPED TIME (game clock stops at every whistle) - Varsity / Juvenile Club (Rising Stars): 4 x 10 minute quarters; 5 minute overtime if necessary - Junior Varsity: 4 x 8 minute quarters; 4 minute overtime if necessary - Junior High / Middle School: 4 x 8 minute quarters; 4 minute overtime if necessary - Club or younger: 4 x 8 minute quarters; 4 minute overtime if necessary - RUNNING TIME (game clock runs throughout game including timeouts) - Community Club: 1st Half – 25 min ‘running’ time; 2nd Half – 22 min ‘running’ time; last 2 minutes being ‘stopped’ time.
2. Clock Operation. In ‘stopped’ time situations, start clock as referee drops hand (watch the referee that hands the ball into play) and stop clock at sound of all whistles - keep clock running after a score except if a field goal is scored in the last 2 minutes of the 4th quarter and the last 2 minutes of any overtime period including when the team scored upon requests a timeout.  Keep hand on clock switch at all times.
3. Possession Arrow.  Point possession arrow to the basket of the team that loses the jump ball.  Switch “possession arrow” after every jump ball situation.
4. Scoring.  Indicate on the score board one (1) point for every made free throw; two (2) points for every made field goal; three (3) points for every made 3-point field goal - watch the referee’s hands for what each shot is worth.
5. Timeouts.  Are requested through the scoretable.  Granted to requesting team at the next whistle or if the requesting team is scored upon.   Two (2) one minute timeouts in the first half; three (3) one minute timeouts in the second half per team.  One (1) timeout per team per overtime period.  No carryovers.  Community Club games see two (2) one minute time outs for each team.  None in the last five minutes.  Sound the horn with 10 sec remaining in the 1 minute timeout.
6. Quarter Breaks.  One to two minutes break (ask local host).  Sound the horn with 30 sec remaining in the quarter break.  Reset all bonus lights, team fouls.
7. Halftime.  Five (5) to ten (10) minutes.  Ask game host. Reset all bonus lights, team fouls.
8. Overtime. Games using 4 x 10 min quarters will use a five (5) minute overtime period; games using 4 x 8 min quarters will use a four (4) minute overtime period.   One (1) minute break heading into each overtime period.  The 4th quarter bonus situation carries over into all overtime periods.                  

Communicate with “scorer” at all times to ensure game score is correct

SCORESHEET 

1. Team Rosters. Have coaches complete the game rosters - full names and numbers!  Include date, time & location (see reverse side for a sample).
2. Scoring.  Mark running score first with a slash “ / “ mark.  Mark individual score second; “2” for a two-point score - “3” for a three-point score - full or empty circles to indicate made or missed free throws (1 point each)
3. Personal Fouls.  Record personal fouls as “|” in ‘player fouls’ box next to the corresponding name - 5 personal fouls = disqualification.
4. Technical Fouls.  Marked as “T” - go towards personal and team foul totals.  Mark coach’s ‘T’s’ next to their names
5. Timeouts.  Are requested through the scoretable.  Granted to requesting team at the next whistle or if the requesting team is scored upon.  Record all time outs on sheet next to team’s name. Two (2) one minute timeouts in the first half; three (3) one minute timeouts in the second half per team.   One (1) timeout per team per overtime period.  No carryovers.  Community Club games see two (2) one minute time outs for each team.  None in the last five minutes.  
6. Team Bonus.  After team reaches five (5) team fouls per quarter, other team is in ‘double bonus’ (2 shots).  Notify referee by sounding horn.  All team fouls reset going into the next quarter.
7. Quarter and Halftime Breaks.  Indicate what quarter and halftime scores are; separate 1st half team fouls by drawing long line down ‘fouls’ column; draw long ‘squiggle’ line down 1st half score box to prevent marking of 2nd half stats in 1st half columns.
8. Overtime. Time-outs DO NOT carry over to the overtime period(s).  Teams receive one timeout per overtime period (no carryover).
9. End of Game.  Total all scores and write in “winning team” and “final score”; total all the individual points; home team / tournament host keeps original white copy, give yellow to “winning team” and pink to “losing team”.

Communicate with “timer” at all times to ensure game score is correct

SHOTCLOCK OPERATOR
When a shot clock is being used in a game, the time shall be set at 24 seconds.
Start the Clock whenever a team gains control of a live ball on the playing court.
Stop the clock when…

• An official blows his whistle for a foul or violation.
• A ball on a shot for a field goal or on a pass enters the basket.
• A shot for a field goal touches the ring unless the ball lodges on the basket support. 
• The game is stopped because of an action connected with the team not in control of the ball. 
• The game is stopped because of an action not connected with either team, unless the opponents would be placed at a disadvantage.

Reset the clock to twenty-four (24) seconds with the display visible and restarted as soon as a team gains control of a live ball on the playing court. Note that the mere touching of the ball by an opponent does not start a new twenty-four second period if the other team remains in control of the ball.
Stop clock, but NO reset when the same team that previously had control of the ball is awarded a throw-in as a result of:

• A ball having gone out-of-bounds. 
• A player of the same team having been injured. 
• A jump ball situation. 
• A double foul. 
• A cancellation of equal penalties against the teams. 50.4 Stopped,

Turn the clock off when a team gains control of a live ball on the playing court, and there are fewer than twenty-four (24) seconds remaining on the game clock in any period. Also note that the twenty-four second device signal does not stop the game clock or the game, nor cause the ball to become dead, unless a team is in a control of the ball.
MORE RESOURCES INCLUDING SCORESHEETS, SAMPLES AT. ..

Basketball Scoreboards | NEVCO

Players, coaches, and fans everywhere anticipate the beginning of basketball season. As winter draws closer, the excitement builds for the long-awaited first game. In addition to the spirit wear, pride band, and face paint, game-day is complete with an electronic basketball scoreboard from Nevco. Enjoy the lowest cost of ownership in the industry, and full-service support from us - never a third party. Schedule a free facility evaluation today to get started.

SCHEDULE A FACILITY EVALUATION

BASKETBALL SCOREBOARDS

Numerous factors play into choosing the right basketball scoreboard for your team and facility. When you work with Nevco, you’ll gain an experienced partner who’ll assess your gymnasium and work with you to create an integrated scoreboard system that’s perfect for your needs. Whether the scoring system be for a middle school, high school, college, or professional-level arena, select from a variety of basketball scoreboards, scorers tables, digital display boards, and full scoring solutions. You can count on us to provide the highest quality products every time.

BASKETBALL VIDEO DISPLAYS

Give your basketball fans the ultimate game-day experience and leave a lasting impression with our custom-designed basketball video displays and scoreboard solutions. Get creative by showing live video, replays, and player profiles. Plus, more advertising opportunities allows you to generate sponsor revenue that traditional scoreboards can’t provide.

SINGLE-SIDED BASKETBALL SCOREBOARDS

Wall-mounted basketball scoreboards are ideal for smaller gyms or for displaying additional scores and stats on multiple arena walls. Showcase the critical information, such as score, time, and quarter, or add sponsor panels to further customize.

CENTER-HUNG BASKETBALL SCOREBOARDS

When you want the score to take center court, Nevco's Center-Hung scoreboards are the best option. We’ll help you create the ultimate display, whether you desire two, four, or six sides, a V-shape, or a traditional look. The sky’s the limit - choose from video displays, individual player fouls, ball possession arrows, and more. It’s entirely up to you.

MULTI-SPORT, INTELLIGENT CAPTION SCOREBOARDS

Is your basketball facility home to more than one sport? Through Intelligent Captions™, you can customize the multi-sport scoreboard according to your team and game. Transition from one sport to the next with ease.

BASKETBALL SCORING UPGRADES & ACCESSORIES

At Nevco, we’re committed to providing each customer with a complete game-day solution. That’s why we offer more than just scoreboards - add the extras, such as scorers tables, shot clocks, backboard lights, and more to create the ultimate experience for players, coaches, and fans.

LED VIDEO DISPLAY SCORING SYSTEMS

Whether you have a dedicated facility or a multi-sport arena, an LED video display gives each team time on the big screen, engages fans, and maximizes sponsor exposure while generating revenue for your school or organization. Digital display boards give you control, so show more than just the score – tap into your creative side and produce dynamic graphics that will surely get the crowd on their feet.

FIND OUT MORE ABOUT VIDEO DISPLAY SCOREBOARDS

WATCH THE VIDEO

BASKETBALL SINGLE-SIDED SCOREBOARDS

VIEW ALL BASKETBALL SCOREBOARDS

BASKETBALL CENTER-HUNG SCOREBOARDS

VIEW ALL BASKETBALL SCOREBOARDS

MULTI-SPORT, INTELLIGENT CAPTION SCOREBOARDS

VIEW ALL BASKETBALL SCOREBOARDS

BASKETBALL PORTABLE SCOREBOARDS

BASKETBALL SCORING UPGRADES & ADD-ONS

BASKETBALL LED VIDEO DISPLAYS

Whether you have a dedicated facility or a multi-sport arena, LED video displays create a dynamic atmosphere and maximize sponsor exposure. Nevco Creative Services can help you generate more revenue from your video scoreboard with customized basketball team intros, kiss cams, sponsor graphics, and more.

LEARN MORE ABOUT VIDEO DISPLAYS

LED MESSAGE CENTERS

LED message centers not only engage fans, but they also increase sponsorship and revenue streams through their near limitless advertising space. Another customizable basketball scoring solution, LED message centers can be retrofitted into your current scoreboard or comprise an entirely new system. At Nevco, we ensure your scoreboards and displays work together properly to suit your needs.

LEARN MORE ABOUT MESSAGE CENTERS

BASKETBALL LED SCORERS TABLES

Are you looking for the best ROI in the game? Through our LED scorers tables, you’ve got it! Place advertisements and sponsors at center court with Nevco LED scorers tables. The additional digital inventory allows you to take advantage of nearly unlimited opportunities to increase revenue.

LEARN MORE ABOUT SCORERS TABLES

BASKETBALL RIBBON BOARDS & LED FASCIA

An LED ribbon board display helps further amplify game day by displaying digital messages or graphics throughout the venue. All digital screens can be operated through one universal content management system, Display Director, for easy game day operations. Whether you’re displaying sponsor ads, game scores and stats, or important messages, an LED ribbon board ensures your fans have the ultimate game day experience.

LEARN MORE ABOUT RIBBON BOARDS & FASCIA

SHOT CLOCKS

Hit a buzzer-beater with Nevco’s Slim Shot Clocks. Available in multiple sizes and lightweight enough for single, double, or triple-sided configurations, counting down the time each team is allotted for scoring is effortless. If your high school is transitioning to the use of shot clocks this upcoming basketball season, we have numerous options available in a variety of sizes catered to your needs.

LEARN MORE ABOUT SHOT-CLOCKS

TOP SCORING BASKETBALL SOLUTIONS

Find inspiration for your next basketball solution by checking out the installs of other teams. Mix and match from a vast selection of scoreboards, digital display boards, shot clocks, and more to create a solution that elevates your game day.

LEVEL UP YOUR GAME-DAY WITH NEVCO’S BASKETBALL SCOREBOARDS

Whether you’re seeking an extensive LED video center-hung display for your professional-level arena or a simple one-sided basketball scoreboard for your middle school gym, we have you covered. Our wide variety of products, sizes, and capabilities have served customers for decades, and will do the same for you. Nevco’s deep industry experience has allowed us to witness and implement technological advancements in order to create the scoring systems you see today.

If you’re wishing to level up your game-day experience, look no further than Nevco. We’ll handle all aspects of your basketball scoring project, from a free facility assessment, to installation, to service and maintenance. Get started with your customized scoreboard system today!

THE NEVCO DIFFERENCE

We understand that a new scoring system is a big investment. It’s why we take pride in delivering a scoring solution that’s spot on for your team, and why we stand by every product.

FREE FACILITY ASSESSMENT

Our customization process ensures you get exactly what you want.

99.9% ON-TIME DELIVERY

We deliver your scoring solution on-time right when you expect it.

LOWEST COST OF OWNERSHIP

Get the most from your investment, backed by a 5-year warranty.

ONE CALL FOR SOLUTIONS & SUPPORT

As an integrated manufacturer, we are the only call you need to make.

HIGHEST QUALITY COMPONENTS

Nevco’s U.S. manufacturing plants utilize the UL certification process ensuring product safety.

FUNDING OPTIONS

Get assistance in buying your next scoring solution.

SPORTS MARKETING

With sports marketing, your scoreboard can pay for itself. We can help you get new equipment and create new revenue streams through sponsorships and advertising.

LEARN MORE

LEASING

Nevco has many options to make your investment affordable. We can work with you to find a solution that fits into any budget.

LEARN MORE

BUYING CO-OP

Nevco partners with national and local buying cooperative memberships to provide customers an easy way to meet bid compliance requirements and offer discounted pricing on our most popular products.

LEARN MORE

WE GUARANTEE A WIN

Nevco scoreboards, marquees, message centers, Stadium Pro loudspeaker enclosures and video boards* are guaranteed for a period of five (5) years* from the date of invoice against defects in workmanship or material and will be replaced or repaired without cost to the owner provided the equipment or parts (which includes LED segments) are returned postage-paid to the Nevco factory.

LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR WARRANTY AND LIMITATIONS

Basketball Scoreboard Manual

Safety Instructions

The Basketball Scoreboard is a complex electronic device that connects to a 220 volt network and has life-threatening high voltages inside!

It is strictly forbidden:

— to disassemble the scoreboard and consoles;

— allow liquids and foreign objects to get inside the display;

— install the scoreboard in the on state.

- use the board and accessories for purposes other than those intended

Modular system delivery

Installation and connection

1. The scoreboard is hung from the brackets located on the rear panel.

2. Only the supplied signal cables may be used! The use of others may lead to malfunctions.

3. The board's power cables are plugged into 220 V 50 Hz sockets with earthing.

Recommendations for supporting trusses and connection diagram of the board modules on the page of recommendations for mounting and installation.

Important! The order of switching on the equipment.

When the board is turned on, it is initialized and internally tested. The numbers on the scoreboard can change in any form. The duration of the test is a few seconds. The control computer can be turned on both before turning on the scoreboard and after that. The control console is turned on strictly after turning on the computer and loading the control program located in the Basketball folder on the desktop (the program shortcut is displayed on the PC desktop). If you have turned on the remote before this moment, it will give an error and you will have to disconnect and turn it on again.

Purpose and composition:

The central panel displays the time of day, period time, period number, score, fouls and team timeouts. The generalized appearance of the scoreboard is shown in the figure below. Side modules display numbers, names, fouls and points of 12 team players. It is possible to change the appearance of the scoreboard depending on the project, while only those functions that are provided for in the order are used. The electronic field "creeping line" may be absent or may be replaced by a set of letters.

Appearance of the scoreboard (depending on the configuration, side scoreboards can be of two types)

Where:

888 888 — score fields

8 — period number field

8 8: 9008 8 — 9008 time field of the main timer of the scoreboard

*** *** - clusters (bulbs) of timeouts

No. - player number, surname and individual fouls and points

Additional scoreboards display the attack time.

88:88 - time field of the main timer on additional displays

88 — attack time field on additional scoreboards

The scoreboards are controlled from remote control panels (RC), the main control panel (RC1) has 40 buttons and a 2-line liquid crystal indicator (LCD). The attack time remote control (RC2) has 2 buttons and an LED.

RC1 (40 buttons + LCD indicator) and RC2

Judge's actions at the control panel

In this mode, the current time of day (hours and minutes) is displayed, and the sports information fields are off.

2. When remote control 1 is connected, the display switches to the operating mode. In working mode, the score, foul, timeout and period fields are enabled.

3. To switch the display from operating mode to standby and back, use the button "Mode" .

4. Immediately after turning on the remote control1, the game parameters are automatically set to the initial state, but if you want to start a new game, you can call the initial state by pressing the button "Reset" 5 times (these clicks should be done quickly, with an interval of no more than 2 seconds).

5. Before starting the game, check and, if necessary, change the default values ​​of the time parameters by entering the settings menu by pressing the "Settings" button.

6. The reverse direction of the period time counting is set by the sign "-" (minus) before the time value

« , « « :

Correction of the time of day in the scoreboard occurs automatically from the PC from the delivery set.

It is also possible to make changes to the parameters during the game, but only when the timer is stopped. When the timer is running, they are only available for viewing.

To change the parameter, press the button « ® «. Enter the numbers in the position of the cursor that appears (by pressing the number buttons). Use the buttons »← « and »→ « to move the input cursor. To save the parameter, press the button "Enter" , to refuse changes (and exit the settings menu) use the button "Cancel" .

After editing one of the parameters and pressing the " Enter" button , the console automatically exits the editing mode. To change the parameters again, you must enter the setting mode again.

Standard parameter values ​​are stored in non-volatile memory, therefore, once set, they are saved when the board is turned off.

8. When the game is over, you can put the scoreboard into standby mode and turn off the remotes - the scoreboard will show the time of day. During the game, it is impossible to turn off the scoreboard from the network or disconnect the remote control1, otherwise the game parameters will be reset and they will have to be entered manually to continue the game.

9. Start / stop time of the main timer display is made by pressing the button "Start/Stop" , regardless of what time the timer is counting (period time, break time, overtime or timeout).

10. Start/stop the attack timer by pressing the green button on the remote control during the game, during the break the remote control2 turns off.

11. A new attack is set by pressing the red button on the remote control2, while the standard attack time is entered into the attack timer. The white button resets the attack timer to 14 seconds. After reset for 14 sec. it is always required to start the timer with the green button.

12. When the main timer of the display reaches <00:00.0>, the buzzer automatically sounds . When the attack time ends, a sound signal is also automatically given, but in a different tone. You can also sound the signal manually by pressing button "Signal" .