10 Second count

[Oz Referee]

Originally posted by Mark Padgett
If you want to change a timing rule, get rid of the 5 second closely guarded call. Why should a team be penalized (and the other team rewarded) because a player happened to be standing within 6 feet of another player for 5 seconds? [/B]

Mark,
Why not change to the FIBA rule? The way we call it, the defense must be within arms reach of the player. Also, I have always been taught that if a player is being defended one on one and the offense has not dribbled yet - then you shouldn't call 5 seconds (unless the offense is "pinned" in the corner).

The way I have had it explained to me is that 5 seconds should only be called if the offense does not have the opportunity to pass, dribble or shot (a legitimate pass or shot - prayer's don't count).
What are your thoughts on this - would it be an improvement from current NFHS rules?