This bill mandates that the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association (NJSIAA) establish a policy regarding the use of instant replay in playoff tournament basketball games. Specifically, the NJSIAA is required to ensure that an official video and audio recording is made of each playoff game, which will be utilized for reviewing decisions related to the game clock. Additionally, the bill allows each team's head coach to challenge game clock decisions up to two times during a game.
The legislation is designed to enhance the accuracy of game clock management in high-stakes playoff situations, thereby promoting fairness and integrity in the competition. The bill will take effect immediately and will be applicable starting from the first full school year following its enactment.