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Mississippi has a new mercy rule


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14 minutes ago, Mrvoodoo said:


I sat in on an official’s rules clinic and I can tell you they stressed that it doesn’t change back.  When I get back by the office I’ll grab the wording that was given to everyone there and share where it said that.  I apologize for not having it on hand, I left my notebook at the office.  I can’t say what brought it about, nor can I say I like that.  All I can say is it definitely doesn’t change back to normal clock.

14 minutes ago, Mrvoodoo said:


I sat in on an official’s rules clinic and I can tell you they stressed that it doesn’t change back.  When I get back by the office I’ll grab the wording that was given to everyone there and share where it said that.  I apologize for not having it on hand, I left my notebook at the office.  I can’t say what brought it about, nor can I say I like that.  All I can say is it definitely doesn’t change back to normal clock.

41-7 @ half and we play a normal 2nd half. 

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8 minutes ago, s1nglewing said:

At any time the score differential is 35 or more the clock runs

Exactly.  Anything under 35 will be like a regular game. I just sent a text to an official I know to confirm. He said over 35 clock runs under 35 normal game clock operation. Now there will be some officials that will "accidentally" let some time run off in a game that is under 35pts where everyone knows that a comeback wont be happening. 

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Direct quote from the rule:

 

[[[Any time the score differential reaches thirty-five points or more, the following changes will be made regarding rules determining when the clock will be stopped and/or started. In addition, in keeping with the rules that allow for mutual agreement between coaches for period shortening, the running clock may be implemented at any time by mutual agreement of the coaches.
 

Coaches choice may not supersede the automatic provisions with a 35 point differential

 

1. Once the running clock provisions are implemented, the clock shall continue to run from the point that the
differential occurs (and shall not return to official time) with the following clarifications: ]]]

 

then there are provisions such as player injury, administering fouls, heat time outs, etc.   Note that the rule directly from the Director of Officials states “shall not return to official time” - nor does it state a half or anything else.

 

 

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6 hours ago, Mrvoodoo said:

Direct quote from the rule:

 

[[[Any time the score differential reaches thirty-five points or more, the following changes will be made regarding rules determining when the clock will be stopped and/or started. In addition, in keeping with the rules that allow for mutual agreement between coaches for period shortening, the running clock may be implemented at any time by mutual agreement of the coaches.
 

Coaches choice may not supersede the automatic provisions with a 35 point differential

 

1. Once the running clock provisions are implemented, the clock shall continue to run from the point that the
differential occurs (and shall not return to official time) with the following clarifications: ]]]

 

then there are provisions such as player injury, administering fouls, heat time outs, etc.   Note that the rule directly from the Director of Officials states “shall not return to official time” - nor does it state a half or anything else.

 

 

That is correct. Once the score reaches 35 point differential at any point in 2nd half the clock runs for the duration of the game except for extra points, time outs, injury, and first downs. If  Team A subs and Team B doesn't and cuts the score under 35, doesn't matter, clock keeps rolling.

I like the rule. However I think 35 is too many for basketball. Basket ball needs to be no more than 25.

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How does the mercy rule seem to be working out? i have seen a lot of 35pt or more wins since the season started. Had an official I attend church with that in his game last week a team had a 34pt lead and the coach made his holder get up and fall down to avoid a 35pt lead and a hot clock just so he could get his inexperienced guys some quality playing time.

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17 hours ago, Raiderguy said:

Not a fan.  This should be an opportunity for younger players to take advantage of playing time.  In my opinion, referees looking for an easier Friday night.  The coaches were already allowed to agree to a running clock when the score got out of hand.  In the past, if both teams had a lot of younger players, they gained experience.

Whether you are a fan or not, referees have nothing to do with rules that are passed by the NFHS or the Mississippi HSAA. Referees enforce the rules as directed by NFHS and Mississippi HSAA. If coaches don't like the rule, they can vote to change it. Referees don't have that option. In games where the score gets one sided, the referees work harder to keep the players from fighting and other things young folks do when they get frustrated. Coaches still have the ability to agree to a running clock, shortening periods, etc., but they must do that before the second half. Referees are easy targets, but you need to direct your opinion to the rule makers.

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34 minutes ago, Raiderguy said:

Great post, the new rule is absurd, coaches should be able to agree to run the clock or play it out. If both teams have a lot of players, this is valuable playing time lost so refs can get an early night

I wish Tupelo would have had mercy on us Friday night. bad bad night

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