I would like to see the rules regarding out of bounds plays to mirror the NCAA. All reaching through the out of bounds plane is not allowed. It is a pain to have to decide if the ball has been released for the throw in or not under Fed rules. I don't think the AP should be changed. If you rewarded the defense for tying up the ball it would turn all rebounding situations where the ball is brought down into a "hack-fest". I wouldn't have any problems with adjusting the free throw rules. I don't think there should be a mercy rule for varsity ball, but should be for all lower levels. Maybe institute an officials mercy rule where we have the option of letting the coaches finish the game as officials and we coach. This would be allowed twice during the season so I caution you as officials to not use this trump card too early!!!!
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