The National Federation of State High School Associations permits states to use shot clocks in boys lacrosse under rule changes for the 2027 season. The announcement gives states the option but does not confirm whether the Maryland Public Secondary Schools Athletic Association will implement shot clocks.
2027 Boys Lacrosse rule change
The NFHS announcement identifies shot-clock use as a permitted change for 2027 boys lacrosse. It does not provide details about implementation, timing procedures or competition requirements.
The Maryland Public Secondary Schools Athletic Association provides leadership for interscholastic athletics programs throughout Maryland. The supplied announcement does not include a Maryland adoption decision, calendar or postseason schedule.
MSB Analysis
The NFHS change creates an option for states in 2027 boys lacrosse, but the available information does not establish whether the Maryland Public Secondary Schools Athletic Association will use shot clocks.
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