lighthouse
11-09-2007, 08:30 AM
Someone had asked about the first lane space for free-throws. This is an experiment per new rule book.
Men’s Approved Experimentation
The committee will collect data on the elimination of the first lane space nearest the basket on each side of the lane, thus the defensive player shall line up above the neutral zone (block). The present second, third and fourth lane spaces on each side of the lane shall be used during free-throw attempts.
Besides feedback from coaches, officials and coordinators of officials, the committee will be looking at the frequency distribution of defensive and offensive rebounding after a missed free throw and the number of fouls and violations that occur during experimental games.
This experimental rule is required to be used in certified games. In addition, the rule should be used during exhibition games in all three divisions. Because the experiment is only required for certified games, which applies to Division I only, feedback from Divisions II and III is particularly important during these preseason games.
Men’s Approved Experimentation
The committee will collect data on the elimination of the first lane space nearest the basket on each side of the lane, thus the defensive player shall line up above the neutral zone (block). The present second, third and fourth lane spaces on each side of the lane shall be used during free-throw attempts.
Besides feedback from coaches, officials and coordinators of officials, the committee will be looking at the frequency distribution of defensive and offensive rebounding after a missed free throw and the number of fouls and violations that occur during experimental games.
This experimental rule is required to be used in certified games. In addition, the rule should be used during exhibition games in all three divisions. Because the experiment is only required for certified games, which applies to Division I only, feedback from Divisions II and III is particularly important during these preseason games.
