Section 2: Length of Playing Periods

2.1 DIVISIONAL GAMES

Divisional games will consist of five (5) eight-minute periods with a running clock. 

2.1.1 RUNNING CLOCKS

Running clock stops only for:

a) Time-outs - Head coach or player on the court may request a time-out.
b) Shooting Fouls – Clock runs during fouls except in the last 2 minutes of the game if the point difference is 9 points or less.

2.1.2 PERIOD TRANSITION

One (1) minute allowed between periods to make substitutions. This is not a time-out. Coaches may instruct players while they line up at the scorer's table.