6/7/8th Grade In-House League
Our In-House program is for both Boys and Girls in grades 6-8. This program provides an opportunity for kids of all skill levels to play basketball in an enthusiastic and fun environment.
Pending registration numbers, the league aims to separate players into recreational or competitive groups based on skill level and player preference.
Boys and Girls leagues are separate.
Ages
In-house leagues are available for children in 6th, 7th, and 8th grades. All grades play together.
When
The season begins with clinics in October and runs through the beginning of March
Where
Leagues will play all games at Watertown Middle School.
Practices
The 6th, 7th, and 8th grade in-house league does not include practices.
Games
All teams will play one game per week on Saturday mornings at Watertown Middle School.
Jerseys
All players will be provided a jersey for this league at no additional cost.
6TH/7TH/8TH GRADE IN-HOUSE RULES
Man to man defense only - No Double Teaming
No Full Court Press
Fall back to half court except for last minute of game
One timeout per game
Don't keep track of team fouls
Shooting fouls only in act of shooting with the following exception:
In last minute of game all non shooting fouls one and one.
Free throws player can start in front of line or jump over line with no violation
Playing time split equally according to Substitution sheet (attached)
Overtime is 1 minute stop. If no winner after 1st OT, go to 2nd OT, "sudden death" will decide game in 3rd OT.
In Playoffs the following rules apply:
Overtime is 2 minutes
1 Time out per team (no carryover from regulation)
Shooting fouls only in act of shooting with the following exception:
In last minute of OT all non shooting fouls one and one.
Stop Time last minute of OT
If 2nd OT required
2nd OT is 1 minute Stop time
1 Time out per team (no carryover from 1st OT)
All non shooting fouls one and one
Frequently Asked Questions
Are players required to play both in-house and travel?
No.
6th/7th/8th graders can play travel, in-house, or both, although it is highly recommended to have travel players also participate in the in-house program to increase their playing time.
6/7/8th BOYS 2024-25 IN-HOUSE
Our In-House program is for Boys in grades 6-8. This program provides an opportunity for kids of all skill levels to play basketball in an enthusiastic and fun environment.
6/7/8th Girls 2024-25 In-House
Our In-House program is for Girls in grades 6-8. This program provides an opportunity for kids of all skill levels to play basketball in an enthusiastic and fun environment.