New Rule Puzzles Maine Coaches

[JRutledge]

I went to a camp this weekend, just got back in Memphis that use the new rule for the 17U level. This was the only level that played 8 minute quarters and was able to use the 5 fouls and then penalty rule.

I am going to say, the new rule eliminated a lot of shooting at the FT line. Obviously we mainly had shooting fouls that we shot during the game. It was rare that we even got in the bonus and if we did it was within the last minute or so of each quarter. The game flowed better less stoppages. I think this rule will do what it is supposed to do. You will have to make plays off the FT line or play defense and defend the opponent and avoid being in the penalty in the first place.

Peace