High school basketball will look a little different in Illinois in two years.
A 35-second shot clock will be required in varsity girls and boys basketball games beginning with the 2026-27 school year.
The IHSA Board of Directors approved the recommendation brought forth by the IHSA Basketball advisory committee.
Use of the shot clock for non-varsity contests, such as junior varsity or freshmen games, will be determined by conferences and via mutual agreement by competing teams in non-conference games.
