Lisäjakso

Lisäjakso is a Finnish term that translates to "extra period" or "overtime" in English. It is commonly used in sports contexts to refer to a period of play that occurs when a game is tied at the end of regulation time. The specific rules and duration of a lisäjakso vary depending on the sport. For example, in ice hockey, a lisäjakso is typically a five-minute, sudden-death period where the first team to score wins. If no team scores during this time, the game may proceed to a penalty shootout. In other sports, such as basketball or American football, the concept of overtime might be structured differently, with timed periods rather than sudden death. The purpose of a lisäjakso is to ensure a definitive winner in games that are too close to be decided by a tie. It adds an element of excitement and drama for spectators as teams battle for supremacy in these extended periods. The implementation of lisäjakso is a standard practice in many competitive leagues to maintain fair play and provide a clear resolution to matches.