Know the Game

Free basketball rules education and NFHS-based officiating certification for referees, coaches, players, and parents. Know the rules, master the game.

Game Rules, Game Ready

Game Rules IQ is a platform for everyone. Assignors can train their refs. New officials can get certified. Parents, coaches, and players can learn the rules and earn their own certification too.

Assignors

Game Rules helps ensure quality with your refs. Stress less knowing your officials are certified and game-ready.

Officials

Officiate with confidence knowing that you have been trained on real rules and game situations.

Non-Officials

You don't have to be a ref to know the rules. Parents, players, and coaches can explore the full rules library or earn their own official certification.

Official Impact

Everyone feels the impact of a good official, and everyone benefits from knowing the rules. Whether you officiate, coach, play, or cheer from the stands, Game Rules IQ helps you understand the game and get certified.

Game Rules was built for the people who care most about getting the game right. Our mission is to elevate the game through rules education and certification for all.

Game Rules Certified

Whether you're an official or just love the game, master the rules through interactive lessons built on real game scenarios. Pass the assessments to earn your Game Rules Certification, open to referees, coaches, players, and parents alike.

Coaches, Players, Parents

Coaches make better decisions. Players stop getting whistled for things they don't understand. Parents finally know what just happened. Browse our free rules library or earn your certification. You don't have to be a referee to prove you know the game.