Already Running the Clock

[TXMike]

http://www.wsbtv.com/ap/ap/georgia/no-16-georgia-tech-romps-to-69-6-victory-over-alco/nnX8p/

Clock running starting in 2d qtr......wonder if that will be addressed in next memo?

[Kalle]

That's interesting, as the rules already provide for shortening the periods, if both teams want to do so. Switch to 10 minute periods instead of running the clock and the effect is probably the same.

[TXMike]

2013 PLAY INTERPRETATIONS BULLETIN NO. 2

Shortening the Game
1.  When the score in the game reaches 65-0, the two head coaches approach the
Referee and ask that the remainder of the game be played with a “running clock.”  This
happens (a) during halftime intermission; (b) early in the third quarter; (c) with 14:10
remaining in the fourth quarter.
RULING:  There may not under any circumstances be a “running clock,” i.e., where the
clock is not stopped by rule.  (a) The third and fourth quarters each may be shortened to
fewer than 15 minutes.  (b) The third quarter must be completed under the established
clock rules and the fourth quarter may be played with fewer than 15 minutes.  (c) There
is no option for shortening the game.  It must be completed under the established clock
rules.  (3-2-2-a)

[TheRulesGenie]

Correct me if I'm wrong, but if the third and fourth quarters are elected to be shortened by both coaches, they can only be shortened to a minimum of 12 minutes.

[Kalle]

No such provision in rule 3-2-2.

[TxSkyBolt]

It was reported in an article. Take it with a grain of salt.


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[RedTD]

I agree with Sky! Take this with a grin of salt. I don't believe the officials had a "running clock"