What should I sort out before the game starts?

With the court controller or referee coach:

• which modified rules apply to this game (ring height, defence, which violations are called)
• game length and whether it's played in halves or quarters.

With your partner:

• who tosses the jump ball and who starts as lead and trail
• a quick way to help each other on calls, such as a nod or eye contact.

With the scorer's table:

• introduce yourself and check they know how you'll report fouls
• check the possession arrow and the clock are working.

On the court:

• check players aren't wearing jewellery, watches or hard hair clips
• check both teams have the right number of players and numbered jerseys
• check nothing is on or near the court that could trip a player.