The NJSIAA voted on three major topics, including implementing shot clocks in both basketball and lacrosse, as well as making girls flag football an official varsity sport. We’ll have more reaction on Episode 33 of the Beyond the Score Podcast this Wednesday!

Basketball Shot Clock is Coming

New Jersey athletic directors narrowly vote for the shot clock in boys and girls varsity basketball. With a 170-166 vote, a :35 second shot clock will debut in NJ basketball for the 2027-28 season.

Lacrosse Will Not Be Getting a Shot Clock

New Jersey athletic directors voted against implementing a shot clock in varsity lacrosse. With a 166-149-21 tally, the measure will not be implemented.

Girls Flag Football: Official NJ Varsity Sport

After 311 of 332 votes went in favor, starting in 2027 the growing sport will become an official varsity sport in the New Jersey high school scene.