Gardner, publisher bob colgate, editor nfhs publications to maintain the sound traditions of this sport, encourage sportsmanship and minimize the inherent risk of injury, the national federation of state high school associations writes playing rules for varsity competition among studentathletes of high school age. Ice hockey rules define the parameters of the sport of ice hockey. Dan schuster indianapolis, in may 11, 2017 in support of ongoing efforts to minimize risk in high school ice hockey, new rules changes aim to improve how officials call and manage the game. The role of the designated hitter in high school baseball has been expanded to give coaches an additional option for the 2020 season. Nfhs rulebooks categories 2020 baseball rules book price.
National federation of state high school associations the nfhs writes playing rules for 17 sports for boys and girls at the high school level. Gardner, publisher becky oakes, editor nfhs publications to maintain the sound traditions of this sport, encourage sportsmanship and minimize the inherent risk of injury, the national federation of state high school associations writes playing rules for varsity competition among studentathletes of high school age. Nfhs football rules book 2010 national federation of state high school associations on. This change to allow intentional walks was enacted to align fast pitch and slow pitch rules, to keep up with current trends of the sport, and also to maximize the flow of the game. The rules subsequently were approved by the nfhs board of directors. The national federation of state high school associations is the only source of official high school interpretations. The sport is governed by several organizations including the international ice hockey federation iihf, the national hockey league nhl, hockey. Ice hockey james weaver boys and girls lacrosse and spirit theresia wynns basketball and soccer.
High school ice hockey rules changes focus on eliminating dangerous hits indianapolis, in august 8, 20 in continuing efforts to minimize the risk of injury in the sport, the national federation of state high school associations nfhs ice hockey rules committee approved. National federation of state high school associations membership 50 member state associations and d. National federation of state high school associations. The nfhs, based in indianapolis, indiana, is the national leadership organization for high school sports and performing arts activities. News release michigan high school athletic association. Find out how your school can join the nations leading producer of high school sports.
Indianapolis, in may 16, 2005 rule changes pertaining to player equipment and penalties headline four revisions approved by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs ice hockey rules committee at its april 1718 meeting in indianapolis. It provides a variety of program initiatives that reach the 18,500 high schools and over 11 million students involved in athletic and activity programs. Stream thousands of live and on demand high school sporting events from across the country on any device. Included are usa hockeys official playing rules and. Penalties for boarding, checking from behind increase in high schoo. Nfhss headquarters are located in white river state park in indianapolis, indiana. National federation of state high school associations 201415 nfhs ice hockey power point. High school associations 201415 ice hockey rules changes. The national federation of state high school associations nfhs is the national leader for educationbased high school athletics and activities, which prepare tomorrows leaders for the next level of life through innovative programs, healthy participation, achievement, and. Five rules changes were recommended by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs ice hockey rules committee at its april 2425 meeting in indianapolis. Consistency and clarity focus of changes in high school ice hockey rules consistency and clarity. National anthemwhen the national anthem is played or the pledge of. The national federation of state high school associations nfhs serves its members by providing.
They are made and published by the nfhs in response to situations presented. National federation of state high school associations the nfhs writes playing rules for 17. Rules changes related to minimizing risk of injury in high school ice hockey are among five revisions for the 201819 season. All vermont interscholastic hockey teams, boys and girls, will play by the national federation ice. National federation of state high school associations vision the national federation of state high school associations nfhs is the national leader for educationbased high school athletics and activities, which prepare tomorrows leaders for the next level of life through innovative programs, healthy participation, achievement, and. On behalf of the colorado high school activities association, i would like to. The new york state public high school athletic association inc. Nfhs reaches more than 19,000 high schools and 12 million participants in high school activity programs, including more than 7. The nfhs writes playing rules for 17 sports for boys and girls at the high school level. Ice hockey 20192020 1 vermont principals association. The official rules of ice hockey is the essential resource for players, coaches, referees, parents and fans. The revision to rule 314 was the only change recommended by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs baseball rules committee at its june 24 meeting in indianapolis. The league requested and received permission from the national federation of state high school associations to alter the three penalties cited on an experimental basis for the remainder of the current hockey seasons. Promoting activities programs through showcase events.
The nfhs ice hockey rules committee meets annually to discuss rules change proposals, editorial changes and points of emphasis to the ice hockey rules book. The permission was required so as to not jeopardize the leagues membership on the national rules committee. This video created by the minnesota state high school league has been endorsed by the national federation of state high school associations for ice hockey. Since 1920, the national federation of state high school associations has led the development of educationbased interscholast\. National federation of state high school associations news release captains choice of players modified in high school ice hockey for immediate release contact. Included are usa hockey s official playing rules and interpretations, referee signals and detailed rink diagrams. These situations are addressed in the nfhs ice hockey rules book page 76. Nfhs 20142015 rules for two infractions of the rules have been significantly increased in an effort to thwart players from making dangerous hits on the ice.
The 20192020 chsaa ice hockey state semifinal and final will once. Two changes in rule 3 dealing with equipment were approved to decrease risk of injury in the sport. We encourage you to work with your member state association and submit a rules change proposal form. Through its 50 member state associations and the district of columbia, the nfhs reaches more than 19,000 high schools and 11 million participants in high school activity programs, including more than 7. Communicable disease procedures also found in the nfhs rules book. High school hockey assists, especially second helpers, are. National federation of state high school associations nfhs located in indianapolis, in est. Through its 50 member state associations and the district. Whenever a conflict arises between the high school team practicecompetition and an. Rules governing ohsaa ice hockey stem from the national federation nfhs and the.
Ice hockey james weaver boys and girls lacrosse and spirit. National federation of state high school associations nfhs playing rules have been adopted for most aau hockey leagues and tournaments. Membership is open to secondary schools providing interschool athletic activities for boys and girls in grades 712. The national federation of state high school associations nfhs ice hockey rules committee recommended the changes at its april 2324 meeting in indianapolis, and all changes were subsequently approved by the nfhs board of directors. The national federation of state high school associations nfhs learning center is an education tool that offers courses to high school coaches, administrators, officials, students, and parents. See rule 1 pages 10 of nfhs ice hockey rulebook for detail marking. The national federation of state high school associations nfhs is the body that writes the rules of competition for most high school sports and activities in the united states. Eight rules changes approved in high school soccer by nfhs. Pioneers wendell, darwitz blaze trail for girls ice hockey. Nfhs national federation of state high school associations.
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