No one once. Once they figure it out, I'm sure you'll be escorted out of the stadium by school officials if they see you again.

 

Just playing Devil's Advocate here!

 

What about the games that are televised? I'm sure that prospective opponents tape those for scouting purposes. If these rules (providing they actually exist) are adhered to strictly everyone entering the gym with a camera should be cleared by the school(s) and/or KHSAA. Also, in the scenario posted by myself earlier, and responded to by Fletch, there would have to be some legalise on the entrance ticket to avoid lawsuits - and many schools don't even use tickets!

 

I think that it is basically an honour agreement that this not done. Bush League, as it was stated earlier. We have been to many double headers and tournaments where we have set up cameras early and could easily be filming the previous game. Honour is what keeps everything on the level, not rules.

 

However, I have been known to be wrong once or twice. So, if someone can quote me a KHSAA rule regarding this I will be more than happy to relent and apologise.

 

DAVE

On television games, the TV station has the permission of the school to record the game. If you get permission from either school before the game, I'm sure they will let you film the game.

Just playing Devil's Advocate here!

 

What about the games that are televised? I'm sure that prospective opponents tape those for scouting purposes. If these rules (providing they actually exist) are adhered to strictly everyone entering the gym with a camera should be cleared by the school(s) and/or KHSAA. Also, in the scenario posted by myself earlier, and responded to by Fletch, there would have to be some legalise on the entrance ticket to avoid lawsuits - and many schools don't even use tickets!

 

I think that it is basically an honour agreement that this not done. Bush League, as it was stated earlier. We have been to many double headers and tournaments where we have set up cameras early and could easily be filming the previous game. Honour is what keeps everything on the level, not rules.

 

However, I have been known to be wrong once or twice. So, if someone can quote me a KHSAA rule regarding this I will be more than happy to relent and apologise.

 

DAVE

 

If you look in KHSAA Bylaw 33 on their web site, it states that there is a fine and it is a violation of that rule to tape a contest you are not involved in WITHOUT PERMISSION OF THE SCHOOLS. So you could always do it above board by asking the schools involved and getting their permission, much like a TV game. Otherwise, it is a violation of the Sportsmanship Rule and clearly covered in their fine schedule.

Kissinger -

 

That's some pretty good research. I've been to the KHSAA site many times, and had no idea that that was on there.

 

Thanks for the tip.

 

 

Frances

Kissinger -

 

That's some pretty good research. I've been to the KHSAA site many times, and had no idea that that was on there.

 

Thanks for the tip.

 

 

Frances

 

Frances is correct. Not only did Kissenger have to research hard on the web to find the rule, I questioned three HS coaches about this. Each one to a man said that it is a Gentleman's Agreement that if you wish to tape a game in which you are not involved you simply ask permission. It is also a given that permission would be granted.

 

Looks to be another scenario where only the KHSAA knows the situation for sure. I can't see many people reading their website before going to a game with video camera in hand hoping to learn something prior to a big game.

 

Personally, I see no problem with video as a scouting tool. If the sport is big enough and important enough that it warrants scouting let it happen. If not, these are only kids playing kids sports, let us video them!

 

I've enjoyed chipping in with this topic. I've said my piece. I'll disappear again now until a post comes up that I will again be interested in. (I have a sneaking feeling it will involve Boyd County HS, but that's another story).

 

Bye for now.

 

DAVE