LEXINGTON, Ky. — The Kentucky High School Athletic Association Board of Control voted Wednesday to adopt a 35-second shot clock for varsity boys and girls basketball teams starting in the 2027-28 season.

We confirmed the news with St. Henry Athletic Director Jim Demler, a KHSAA Board of Control representative for Regions 9-16.

Brian Milam, KHSAA Communications and Media Relations Director, said the board of control voted 13-5 in favor of the shot clock.

Lloyd Memorial boys basketball coach Michael Walker said he is fully supportive of the shot clock adoption. Walker led Lloyd (26-7 record in 2024-25) this past March to its first Ninth Region final appearance since 1996.

“Now real basketball has to be played,” Walker said in a text message. “No more running offense for several minutes.

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