Coaches are specifically prohibited from communicating with players during play. The court markings, the ball and eyeshades are mentioned above. The most common type are made of tubular steel sections which assemble into goals. Information about the availability of equipment is shown on a separate sheet. Protective padding is largely a matter of personal preference.
Many players make their own padding from foam and elasticated bandaging.
Commercially available padding for volleyball and skateboarding are also used. The best elbow padding is that made for ice hockey. Glossary Coaching - Any communication from the team bench area to the players on the court. It is allowed only during time-outs and at half time. Eyeshades - A means of preventing any player with vision from using that vision during play.