Jewish Community Center
333 S. 132nd
LEAGUE DATES: Saturdays and Sundays October 10 - December 6
November 28th-November 29th

All of these changes are effective immediately
-Spectators:
1. Attendance will be limited to ONE PERSON from immediate athletes household.
2. Spectators/Athletes/Coaches are not allowed to enter the facilities until 10-15 minutes prior to their scheduled game.
3. Staging Areas: Spectators/players/coaches will not be allowed into the gym until the conclusion of the previous game and all participants have left the area. Staff will notify teams when they may take the floor. Spectators will need to socially distance upstairs lobby area, upstairs hallway, or outside, weather permitting. Masks must be worn at all times in staging area.

Spectator/Player Gym Entry -In order to ensure each player does not exceed the ONE spectator per household limit, the ONE member of the household unit must enter the gym with their athlete. Coaches are not allowed extra spectators. If a coach is coaching their own athlete, they will count towards that child's household unit. NO SPECTATORS WILL BE ALLOWED ENTRY INTO THE GYM WITHOUT THEIR ATHLETE. Masks must be worn at all times.

Spectator Seating: Bleachers are placed strategically in the gym and markers are used to designate where the ONE member of a household unit may sit. Spectators must sit six feet apart from the next household spectator. There is no standing room. Masks must be worn at all times.

Refs are strongly encouraged to wear masks during games.

Players are strongly encouraged to wear masks while playing game/practices.

Teams that practice at the JCC:
Practices will be limited to 45 minutes beginning Monday 11/16. Practices times will remain the same. This will help reduce congestion between teams exiting and entering the facility.

JCC Winter Mania Tournament: The JCC Winter Mania Tournament Scheduled for December 11-13 will be canceled.


IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Member Services Entrance Closes Monday, 11/16
Starting Monday, November 16th, the main access point to the JCC will change. This change is estimated to be in effect until late December. All members and visitors should the parking lot closest to this entrance.
During this closure, all individuals coming to our facility will be asked to enter through the South Entrance/Entrance 1. The South Entrance/Entrance 1 is on the southwest area of campus. All members and visitors should use the parking lot closet to this entrance. We will have signage to help you navigate into and through our facility

**concessions will not be available.**

Overview of Structure

 GAME: The game will be played 4 vs. 4 on a full court. Players should be rotated equally.
 Teams will be given color wrist bands to help with man-to-man defense.
 BASKETBALL SIZE: 27.5 (Junior) Size Basketball
 GOAL HEIGHT: 8 feet
 GAME CLOCK: Games will be divided into four 8-minute quarters. Substitutions will only be allowed at the four minute mark of each period. The clock will run continuously except on injuries, substitutions and at the official's discretion. Halftime length: 2 minutes.

League Rules
 DEFENSE: Teams may only play man-to-man defense. No Double Teaming.
 No full court press: Once the defensive team has gained "clear possession" of the ball, the offensive team must fall back behind half court.
 VIOLATIONS: Violations enforced at official's discretion at each level of competition. The team continues to have possession of the ball after a violation or personal foul. Officials will use the opportunity to teach the youth. Lane violations will not be enforced. Offensive violations and will be taken out of bounds on the sidelines.
 TRAVELING & DOUBLE DRIBBLE: Violations called at the official's discretion but will retain possession.
 SHOTS: FREE THROWS / FOUL SHOTS: No foul shots during the game. Each player will shoot a Free Throw at the end of the 1st and 3rd period which will be counted towards the score. THREE POINT SHOTS: Scored as three (3) points. Free Throw distance is 8 feet for 1st and 2nd grade players, 6 feet for Kindergarten players.
 STEALS & POSSESSION VIOLATIONS: Steals permissible on passes only. Stealing off the dribble or while the ball is in clear possession of a player is NOT permitted. This includes bumping which may result in the loss of ball control/possession. Defensive players may "tie-up" the ball inside the lane after the offensive player has stopped dribbling, resulting in a jump ball, and an alternating possession.
 FOULS: Fouls will not be recorded. If an offensive player is fouled during a shot attempt they will be awarded one point and another possession, unless the shot is made. If the shot is made, the offensive player will be awarded the basket plus one point. It will then be the Defenses' possession.
 TIME-OUTS: Each team will have 1 time-out per half. None will carry over from the first half to the second.
 OVERTIME: There will be one overtime period of 2 minutes, if needed. If the score is still tied after one overtime, the game will end in a tie. There are no timeouts during overtime
 The official's book will have the final say on the score.
 No more than two coaches are allowed on the bench.
 Wristbands must be worn by all players, unless agreed upon by both coaches.
 Arrive early for your game and be prepared to take the court when the previous game is completed.
Sportsmanship
We ask that you consistently display good sportsmanship! Please understand that we are striving to provide a positive competitive environment for growth and development in the game of basketball and in life. Coaches and officials will do their best to help all kids learn, play competitively, and of course, have fun. We ask that spectators focus on the development of their own team and players. The JCC, its staff, and officials, reserve the right to eject those who exhibit inappropriate behavior. Any ejection results in suspension for a minimum of 1 weekend. Please enjoy the environment, the game of basketball, and most importantly, the kids!

FALL YOUTH SPORTS RETURN TO PLAY GUIDELINES- Updated October 8, 2020
To ensure participant health and safety, and enjoyment of our facilities and programs, we will continue to review and update these guidelines regularly to remain in line with federal, state and local guidelines. Updates to guidelines during the season will promptly be communicated.
No one should attend practice or games if not feeling well, has a fever (100.3), currently under quarantine, waiting on Covid-19 test result, or has been in contact with someone with COVID-19 in the last 14 days. Personal health and safety are the responsibility of all players, volunteers, and coaches.

 All players, 5 years and older, will need to wear masks when not actively playing (when sitting on sidelines, walking to get a drink, when walking through the gym, etc.)
 All coaches will need to wear a mask while coaching and walking through the building.
 Players and coaches must use hand-sanitizer before entering the facility. Please wash hands or use hand sanitizer, before, after and if possible, during games.
 Players should bring their own water bottles and drink containers. Water fountains will not be available.
 Teams are not to combine with other teams that are practicing at the same time/court.
 Immediately after practice the coaches and players must put masks on and use hand sanitizer before leaving the gym.

JCC Coaches & Little Lions Coaches:
All coaches will need to wear a mask while coaching and walking through the building and adhere to the 6ft social distance guideline. Sanitizing wipes and hand sanitizing stations will be provided in the gym.
Process to Follow if a COVID Case is Confirmed on a Team:
 Notify coach, coach notifies JCC Director of Athletic Programming (lbrannen@jccomaha.org)
 Coach should assist in monitoring the timeline of a player quarantine (14 days)
 If an infected player has come in contact with the team, the entire team will be on a 14 day quarantine (Coach should notify Director of the beginning date)
 Coaches are also required to report if he/she has come in contact with a confirmed COVID case
If a positive COVID-19 test is reported to the JCC, teams impacted will be notified, while keeping the individual's identity confidential.

League and Tournament Games held at the JCC:
Games will be scheduled with additional transition time to allow time for teams to clear the area and for staff to disinfect equipment. Please do not arrive more than 10 minutes early for games, as not to crowd exiting teams or interfere with cleaning.
 All players, 5 years and older, need to wear masks when not actively playing (sitting on sideline, walking to get a drink, walking through the gym, etc.)
 All coaches need to wear a mask while coaching and walking through the building.
 All refs need to wear masks when not actively refereeing (during timeouts, walking to get a drink, walking through the gym, etc.)
 After the game, there will not be any handshakes, congratulation lines, or parent tunnels. We ask teams to participate in our Sportsmanship gesture (2 claps and shouting "GOOD GAME," to their opponent - still practicing social distancing.
 Avoid having large group team meetings before or after the game. When meeting, practice social distancing.
 Post-Game snacks/drinks will be suspended for the time being.

Winter Weather Policy
If we are to cancel games, we will give two hours notice to the coaches. For example, if we are going to cancel 12PM games, we will make the decision and communicate it by 10AM. The coaches will be emailed and called. You may also call the JCC membership desk at (402)334-6426 to get the most up to date information.