What do I check at halftime and at the end of the game?
Rule- USA
- NFHS
- High school
- Grades 9-12
- Varsity
- NFHS rules
- 2026-27 season
- Scorekeepers
At the end of each half
- Compare the summary of individual players' points with the total running score. They must match.
- Check team fouls, player fouls and timeouts charged against what the officials and the other scorer have.
During intermissions
- You, or an assistant you delegate, must be at the table with the official scorebook at all times.
- After every intermission, verify who is on the court and notify an official if a player who hasn't reported has entered.
At the end of the game
- The scorebook must stay at the table and be available for inspection until the referee has approved the final score. Don't pack up or leave with the book before then.
Added 21 Oct 2026