Juulie, I think it's more a question of level/philosophy than it is of geographic area. The SBQ criteria have filtered down from the pro level. It's not a geographic buzzword as much as it is pro terminology. I picked up the SBQ guidelines from the USBL and the Nunn-Better camp. I've mentioned it here on the board a few times, so maybe that's where you heard it.
I like the SBQ mindset. I think it's just a little more concrete than "did it give the defender an advantage". JMO, as always.
Did you get extra brownie points for mentioning it?