Clock Situation

[Ed Hickland]

Originally posted by Rich Fronheiser
Frankly, I won't go that far. Once we get down under 2 minutes, I'll watch the clock or have the BJ watch the clock, depending on what side the clock sits. Keeping the clock the entire game with a stadium clock in place seems to be overkill at the high school level.

Rich

Know we are taking on a responsibility that may not be necessary; however, that is not always the case as some schools may not have a functioning clock for whatever reason and by having my LJ do it as routine reduces the chance for error when it is necessary.

Also, there have been times outside two minutes when the clock operator runs off seconds and the coach goes crazy. It is so easy to calm him down by saying, "Coach, no problem, we have the clock right here on the field and we have reset it for the correct time." Most coaches are impressed but most of all they are quiet for about 30 seconds -- and that's a lot in a game.