Can contrasting colored floor areas be used instead of 2-inch boundary lines?

Using contrasting colored floor areas instead of standard 2-inch boundary lines is allowed as per NFHS basketball rules. This flexibility in court markings helps to maintain visibility for players, officials, and spectators. It allows for creative designs or adaptations in gymnasiums where traditional boundary lines may be impractical or less visible due to lighting or court color.

In implementing such contrasting areas, it is crucial that they clearly define the playing area and are easily distinguishable from other court markings. This enables players to recognize the boundaries without confusion, maintaining the flow of the game and ensuring compliance with the spirit of the rules.

Other options, such as limitations to exhibition games or requiring referee approval, do not align with the guideline that permits contrasting floor colors universally in NFHS sanctioned games, not just in certain conditions.