Decision changed for Bashkimi, punished with only one game without spectators

The Basketball Federation’s Arbitration Commission on Wednesday declared Bashkimi’s appeal “admissible” and changed the decision, punishing the club with only one game without any spectators and two more without VIP spectators.

Meanwhile, the fine of 2,000 euros was reduced to 1,500.

In the punishment issued by the Competition Commission, the club from Prizren had been handed a three-game ban on spectators for the serious incident that occurred at the end of the game against Peja.

But the Arbitration Commission has assessed that a one-game ban on spectators and two more without VIP spectators (who sit courtside) are sufficient to send a clear message to Bashkimi that the safe organization of games is vital for the smooth running of competitions. The Arbitration Commission’s decisions cannot be challenged within the KBF.

Five seconds before the end of the five-minute overtime period between Bashkimi and Peja at “Sezai Surroi” on Sunday, an incident occurred on the court, in the section where spectators were seated. Many people were involved, and numerous punches were exchanged. Officials from the Prizren club clashed with members of the security company hired to maintain order in the sports hall.

Bashkimi, which finished the regular season in first place, leads Peja 2-1 in the series. One more win would take it to the final.

The fourth game will be played in Peja on Thursday. 

In the other semifinal, Trepça is also leading Prishtina 2-1.