Illinois high school basketball to use shot clock beginning in 2026-27
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 3:18 PM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
The Illinois High School Association has approved a 35-second shot clock for varsity boys and girls basketball starting in the 2026-27 season. The decision was made during the IHSA board meeting on June 15. Schools must install functioning shot clocks, or they will be unable to host contests, ensuring consistent competitive conditions. This follows experimental shot clock use in recent tournaments, and Illinois will join Oklahoma as one of the states enforcing this rule. The change aims to enhance gameplay and prepare schools adequately ahead of implementation.
- •IHSA approved shot clock for 2026-27 season.
- •Schools must have shot clocks to host games.
- •Experimental use began in previous tournaments.
- •Oklahoma joins Illinois in requiring shot clocks.
- •Clear guidelines aim for equitable conditions.
- 3:18 PMYahoo Sports — Get ready for a new era in Illinois. IHSA finalizes shot clock rules for next season
"The IHSA has approved recommendations by its Basketball Advisory Committee for shot clock use in the 2026-27 season in Illinois.
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