2025 South Dakota Changes, Clarifications & Reminders
- Pre-wrap is allowed as a headband – must meet undergarment color requirements.
- Eliminate the handshake after the introduction of players. R1 will sound the whistle and motion teams to go to their respective benches. The timer will start the one-minute clock upon the R1’s whistle. The warning whistle will sound when 15 seconds remain on the clock and teams are expected to be on the court in positions for the R2 to complete the lineup check prior to the final horn.
- Fans and spectator may stand, but not on the playing surface.
- South Dakota will continue with teams remaining on the same benches throughout the match unless there is a distinct disadvantage on one side or the other.
South Dakota Modifications to NFHS Rules
- Headbands, if worn, must be black, white, or the predominate color similar to that of the torso of the uniform (excluding the libero) and must be the same for all participants.
- South Dakota will not follow NFHS intermission rules unless a promotional or recognition event and if so, five minutes shall be put on the clock between sets #2 and #3 during the varsity contest of said event.
- South Dakota will require the use of the lineup card for the second referee.
