If someone catches a thrown ball the thrower is out. When out the scout must cross to the other side of the area and sit on the dock. He can get back into the game by catching a ball while staying in the seated position. Water Basketball Played in the beginners area with a basketball backboard tied down on each end. Two teams play with a maximum of seven scouts from each team in the water.
Water basketball follows the same rules as regular basketball.
The ball must remain above the water at all times. Water Polo Played in the beginners area, with either a polo ball or volleyball, and polo nets on opposite ends of the dock. Two teams play with a maximum of seven scouts in the water for each team. The object is to put the ball in the other teams net. Goaltending is allowed and the ball must remain above water.