Field hockey is a widely played team sport of the hockey family. Watch coverage of boys and girls high school sports and activities across the country at. Nfhs rule and editorial changes and nfhs points of emphasis are covered in detail, along with ohsaa field hockey sports. The usa hockey mobile rulebook is the digital version of.
National field hockey coach of the year 201718 criteria for completing penalty corner among 2019 field hockey rule. Nfhs announces 2012 basketball playing rule changes. In an effort to emphasize coaches responsibilities, the national federation of state high school associations nfhs field hockey rules committee revised several rules to reduce gamesmanship and improve sportsmanship. Wheelchairbound tennis player competes on new york varsity team. Backboard red or led light permitted to signal the expiration of time. The new nfhs goalie equipment rule sizes go into effect with the start of the 2012 ice hockey season. You must be a paid member of an nfhs member association coaches or fine arts or a state staff member to view this content. Exceptions are those noted below or by interpretation in future bulletins. Field hockey rules and regulations pdf 2020 download.
Field hockey rules changes focus on responsibilities of. Required equipment g referee rule 411b effective 2012 fall season. According to the 2012 nfhs high school athletics participation survey, 62,171 students participated in field hockey nationwide. The rules book was not clear regarding wrongful substitutions. Jul 16, 2014 more stringent penalties for boarding and checking from behind in high school ice hockey have been approved for the 201415 season. You can see the animation designed and narrated by terry welsh, usa field hockey technical director. Officiating rule book musikpapier als pdf other resources. In the sports of baseball, basketball, boxing, field hockey, football, ice hockey, lacrosse.
High school field hockey games will be played in four quarters instead of two halves beginning with the 2020 season. The construction and layout of all facilities used for high school competition are subject to any applicable laws and. 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. Field hockey moves from halves to quarters in 2020 season chsaa. Vaulting beginning july l, 2012, the landing area shall be a minimum of 18 feet by 8 feet. We encourage you to work with your member state association and submit a rules change proposal form. The nfhs makes the rules and case books for high school sports and activities available online in the publications library. Field hockey goalkeeping course added to nfhs learning center anne horton. All rules changes were subsequently approved by the nfhs board of directors.
The nfhs field hockey rules committee and the nfhs board of directors believes there are areas of the game of interscholastic field hockey that need to be addressed and given special attention. Concussions continue to be a focus of attention in football at all levels of competition. The nfhs field hockey rules committee continues to strive. Penalties for boarding, checking from behind increase in high schoo.
A face mask may be worn provided it is made of fiberglass or plastic and is molded to the face, rounded at all points and without sharp edges. While the sport continues to prosper, there are areas such as eye protection where the committee feels it. The fih is also responsible for organizing the hockey rules board and developing the rules. Included are usa hockey s official playing rules and interpretations, referee signals and detailed rink diagrams. Jul 16, 2014 nfhs water polo rules changes 2012 by on july 16. Nfhs partners with usta for coaching tennis course on nfhs learni. Associations nfhs field hockey rules committee at its january 79 meeting in indianapolis, and subsequently approved by the nfhs board of directors. Nfhs rulebooks categories 2020 baseball rules book price. Republication of all or any portion of this rules book on the internet is.
Gymnastics, volleyball, wrestling and field hockey. Pole vault box collar padding approved rule change. Rules changes approved by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs field hockey rules committee during its january 1517 meeting in indianapolis centered around the official game clock and location of where play resumes after stoppage. State rules interpreters may contact the nfhs for soccer rules interpretations. Field hockey injury rates have remained stable over the previous four year period. The nonmetal crossbar shall be 14 feet, 10 inches 4. The committees recommendations were subsequently approved by the nfhs board of directors. The amazon versions can be downloaded and used on apple or android devices with the kindle app. Rule 224 correction if the ball becomes deflated during play, it is declared dead where it. All field crosses must be in compliance with the shooting string specification by the. Make sure you save answers before you exit the site. Click here to view the 2020 nfhs field hockey rules changes.
Below is a listing of the ebooks currently available for purchase. We also provide answers to the most asked questions in the hockey faq guide. Rules, rules, rules implementation cif southern section. Lined school notebook journal gift for girls field hockey player and student. Rules books and case books available as ebooks nfhs. While the game of field hockey is in reasonable shape, we continue to work toward improving the game and hopefully putting young people in safe conditions and in situations that they are able to find success in some aspect of the game. Changes to rule 64 boarding and rule 67 checking from behind were recommended by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs ice hockey rules committee at its april 2829 meeting in indianapolis. Exam scores are received by the vhsl office from the nfhs each monday morning. All interpretations have the approval of the nfhs soccer rules committee.
Officiating courses available for free through july 1 on the nfhs. You will find a concise list of keywords and phrases in the hockey terminology az section. Lets gain new appreciation for officials during down time officials news. Penalties for boarding, checking from behind increase. Click here to view the 2019 nfhs field hockey comments on the rules. Field hockey modifications and interpretations the rules as printed in the national federation nfhs edition 201220 field hockey rules book will apply in all games involving ohsaa member schools. A player enters the game wearing a a hockey face mask. The 2012 rules book will contain an updated comparison of. The nfhs has released its annual early season updates to the rules and. Soccer by the rules new rules changes affecting coaches. Field hockey field diagram 16 yards goal 10 yards yards penalty stroke ine 12 inches long 4 yards 5 yards end line broken line circle 25 yard line except as specifically stated within the rules, any dimensions or other information in diagrams of fields is suggestive only. The ncaa has released the 2012 rulebook along with a video that.
The field hockey rules committee continues to examine current trends of the game and work on overall consistency in the rules book, said julie cochran, nfhs director of sports and liaison. These rule changes, found in nfhs rule 332 and 3, have been identified in the nfhs rule book during the past three years. The vhsl officials emblem must be worn on the left chest of the uniform shirt. Indianapolis, in february 6, 2012 in an effort to emphasize coaches responsibilities, the national federation of state high school associations nfhs has made ten rule changes in field hockey to reduce gamesmanship and improve sportsmanship. You are viewing a set of three very good condition. Nfhs hockey goalie equipment rule change in effect this year.
New nfhs rules closer than ever to rules of hockey by cris maloney february 21, 2011 with the adoption of the requirement that the ball must leave the circle on a penalty circle before a goal can be scored and umpires now being able to penalize misconduct with both a 5minute and 10minute yellow card, the nfhs rules are more aligned than. A complete listing of all rules changes will be available soon on the nfhs website at. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. If your schools statistics are not included, please contact maxpreps at 8003297324 x1 or support maxpreps com for more information get your team on board with maxpreps. The new york state public high school athletic association inc. Approved a waiver of nfhs rule in girls lacrosse if school mutually agree to. Nfhs exam answer key 2012 nfhs football exam part i question answer choice answer text rule reference 1. Quizlet is a lightning fast way to learn vocabulary. The 2012 season has continued to have one of the lowest injury rates. Should technology aid performances in high school sports nfhs news nebraska, rhode island students selected as recipients of spirit of sport, heart of the arts awards. Jul 08, 2014 this revision to rule 331 was one of five changes recommended by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs baseball rules committee at its june 810 meeting in indianapolis.
The field hockey rules committee continues to examine current trends of the game and work on overall consistency in the rules book, said julie cochran, nfhs director of sports and liaison to the nfhs field hockey rules committee. Connecticut studentathlete is 2015 nfhs spirit of sport winner. Nfhs rule changes approved in high school baseball, softball. A complete listing of all the rules changes is available on the nfhs web site at click on athletic activities in the sidebar menu on the home page, and select field hockey. Rules of the game download pdforder rules book skip to main content. Girls lacrosse rule 2 effective 20, all shirts must be of a single, solid color. Following the committees january 11 meeting in indianapolis, 10 rule changes were approved by the nfhs board of directors. In 2012, the nfhs coach education program continued to add new courses, including an update to its flagship.
According to the 201516 nfhs high school athletics participation survey, 1,763 schools offer girls field hockey. Rule 181c missouri state high school activities association. The official rules of ice hockey is the essential resource for player s, coach es, referees, parents and fans. Balance beam beginning july i, 2012, the landing area at each end of the beam shall. Word the proposal exactly as you want it to appear in the rules book. This powerpoint presentation from the national federation of. New penalty structure in ice hockey focuses on risk minimization. Click on athletic activities in the sidebar menu on the home page, and select field hockey. The nfhs field hockey rules committee continues to strive to find ways to improve the ease and use of the rules for officials and coaches, which is evident in many of the changes made for the 2020 field hockey season, said julie cochran, nfhs director of sports and liaison to the nfhs field hockey rules committee. Nfhs network provides fans opportunity to view state basketball tournaments affected by coronavirus nfhs news the nfhs voice.
National federation of state high school associations. Please note that these rules changes do not go into effect until the 2014 soccer season, so that if you are playing spring 20, soccer, you will still be following the rules in the 2012 rules book. Each of the goalkeepers leg pads shall not be wider than 11 inches 27. Click take test nfhs 2019 field hockey rules test part 1 you may save your answers and come back another time to finish the test.
The nfhs field hockey rules committee meets annually to discuss rules change proposals, editorial changes and points of emphasis to the field hockey rules book. Soccer rules interpretations from other rule making bodies should not be considered. New extended dead line for mulloy sportsmaship award 2016. Rule 7 is physical and stick fouls, rule 8 is other fouls, and rule 9 is game flow. Field hockey school teachers and coaches may find it easier to study the key elements in the pdf rules book. Nfhs soccer rules powerpoint nfhs interpretation policy the nfhs is the sole and exclusive source of interpretations of nfhs soccer rules. Nfhs and usa field hockey collaboration the nfhs and usa field hockey have collaborated to animate the selfpass to better assist umpires, coaches and players with understanding and implementation of the new selfpass rule.
Jul 08, 2014 baseball is the fourthmost popular sport for boys at the high school level with 474,791 participants in 15,632 schools during the 2012 season, according to the nfhs athletics participation survey. Provides a short rationale stating the problem, why the rule should be changedadded, etc. Nfhs announces 2012 basketball playing rule changes highlighted by very few major changes click here for more information. Id rather be playing field hockey composition book, wide ruled, 150 pages 7. This book is the singular source for the rules of the game. New nfhs rules closer than ever to rules of hockey field. 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. Starting in the fall of 20, follow and enforce these rules in every high school game you work, and make certain your partners do the same. Find the top 100 most popular items in amazon books best sellers. The nfhs track and field and cross country case book is.
Girls hockey sports wisconsin interscholastic athletic. A complete listing of all the rules changes is available on the nfhs web site at. Deleted as duplicate of another rule located elsewhere in rule 6. Ice hockey all games shall be played according to the rules of the nfhs hockey rulebook with all approved changes and interpretations as established by. Further clarification of nfhss rule requiring protective eyewear states, effective 1. See suggested guidelines for management of concussion in appendix b on page 97 of the 2012 nfhs football rules book. Field hockey rules changes focus on responsibilities of coaches. 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. Clarified the specifications of the ball and color choices. Field hockey rules changes focus on clock management and risk. We analyzed girls field hockey exposure and injury data collected from national high school reporting information online rio and regional fairfax county public schools high school sports injury databases in 2 seasons before 200910 and 201011 and 2 seasons after 201112 and 2012 a national mpe.
Once again, the nfhs football rules committee has chosen to emphasize the head and helmet as a point of emphasis for the 2012 season. Eye protection and risk of eye injuries in high school field. Thank you for participating in this annual interpretation meeting. All field players shall wear eye protection that meets the current astm standard for field hockey. Crosschecking, elbowing, goalkeeper contact, kneeing, slashing, tripping, and roughing all had options. These areas of concern are often cyclical, some areas need more attention than others, and that is why they might appear in the rules book for. If worn, the undershirts shall be white for the home team and black or dark color for the visiting team. Officials uniform officials are to wear the uniform prescribed by each sports rule book. This significant change was one of several rules revisions recommended by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs field hockey rules committee at its january 15 meeting in indianapolis. Field hockey statistics can be found on the maxpreps connecticut field hockey page. High school field hockey moves from halves to quarters in.
Rule 75 20 nfhs track and field rules tions on the base covered or padded and be secured or weighted in a way as to prevent them from tipping over. Jul 05, 2012 the rules changes involving the 200 series on student eligibility in the cif southern section blue book, which the cif southern section council approved at our meeting on wednesday, april 25, were approved by the cif state federated council at their meeting on friday, may 4. Cross country and track and field rules of competition ncaa. Field hockey rules changes focus on clock management, risk.
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