If a usa hockey sanctioned tournament does not abide by these rules then they are in violation and will lose. An official may attend any sanctioned usa hockey seminar in any district and receive credit toward registration. Aau views the standards set by usah as guidance andor recommendations. A maximum of 20 players, including goalkeepers, may dress for and play in a game, unless modified by state association adoption. Usa roller sports inline hockey rulebook introduction the organization of usa roller inline hockey programs in the united states of america is conducted under the program identification and logo of usa roller sports, which is the national governing body for roller inline hockey in the united states under the auspices of the usa olympic committee. The goal of usa hockey is to promote a safe and positive playing environment for. Included are usa hockeys official playing rules and interpretations, referee signals and detailed rink diagrams. Rule 35 table of contents national hockey league official rules 20152016 vii section 1 playing area. Above is the link for usa hockey rule book for use by the omaha high school league.
The official rules of inline hockey usa roller sports. Outdoor hockey 11 aside get the interactive fih rules of hockey app now. The officials rules of ice hockey is the essential resource for players, coaches, referees, parents and fans. The 20192020 minnesota hockey handbook is available via the links below. These will formally come into effect for international hockey from 1st january 2017, with national associations free to choose the date. The hockey community needs a brief refresher on the rule. Countries should use the current rules for events in letter of 27 june 2012 from the fih to continental federations and national associations, the fih advised of the proposed changes to the rules of indoor hockey, which would formally take effect from 1 january 20. Usa hockey official playing rules points of emphasis. Outlook\52p5zo83\avis and air canada winter hockey getaway contest rules 2016 final. It is recommended that a minimum of two goalkeepers be among the 20.
At the june, 2016 annual congress, the usa hockey board of directors approved the following changes to current rules and regulations. Players should be familiar with the rules as well as the aha rules addendum. Proposed rule changes for usa hockey scouting the refs. This website is powered by the sportsengine platform, but is owned by and subject to the usa hockey officiating rulebook mobile site privacy policy. Unless immediate substitution is permitted under the coincidental minor penalty rule 402 f, when a. Click the tabs below to find content related to usa hockey playing rules, officiating education, local. Four years later, there have been no changes to the schedule in which all usa hockey. Included are usa hockey s official playing rules and interpretations, referee signals and detailed rink diagrams. There will be no opportunity to complete the level 2, level 3 or level 4 closed book exam testing except at the usa hockey seminar you attend. Ice hockey rules of the game the official site of the.
Abuse penalties called at the end of a game will carry over to the start of your next tournament game. A new season looms in the american hockey league ahl and another new alignment and set of rule changes have been implemented. The amateur athletic union aau recognizes that usa hockey usah is the national governing body ngb for ice hockey. Usa hockeys rostering rules set teams up to fail 3 years ago admin. All team officials, players, parents, and fans must follow the zero tolerance rule listed in the current usa hockey rule book. The current usa hockey rules on junior hockey as they relate to the ages of players begins on page 159 of the annual guide.
In the usa hockey rule book, references are made to. Diagrams of equipment reproduced courtesy of usa hockey, inc. Usa hockey official rules allamerican arena products. The current rules are a breading ground for the destruction of midget aaa hockey. Are there any instances in which a bench minor penalty does not have to be served by a player on the ice at the time of the infraction. Official online rule and resources book the junior hockey supplement discipline outlines the what the disciplinary actions are for a variety of penalties. National hockey league official rules 20152016 ii 201 no. Rule references usa hockey officiating rulebook mobile site. Note 2 clipping is the act of deliberately leaving the feet or lowering the body for the purpose of making contact with the opponent at or below the knees. Field hockey rules committee welcomes new members 20182019. Rule 404 misconduct penalties usa hockey officiating. The handbook is broken into sections to make the file sizes smaller. Rule 401 penalties, rule 402 minor penalties, rule 403 major penalties, rule 404 misconduct penalties, rule 405 match. Usa hockey updates the playing rule book every four years.
This document is a brief summary of playing rule changes and does not reflect the actual language used in the official rules. As the international governing body for hockey, we are responsible for the rules of outdoor hockey 11 aside, indoor hockey, hockey5s, beach and paraid hockey. The rules of indoor hockey in this new publication are effective from 1 january 2016 at international level. As usual, a starting date is specified but not an end date.
A player whose misconduct penalty has expired shall remain on the penalty bench until the next stoppage of play. And for the rest of you, any hardcover or online edition of the usa hockey rulebook will do. Based on recommendations made by the fih rules committee, the international hockey federation fih has released the rules of hockey 2017. The goal of usa hockey is to promote a safe and positive playing. Earlier this year, usa hockey solicited feedback on changes to its rule book. Please see the official rule and resources book of usa hockey and the north american 3 hockey league na3hl. The rules of hockey are very similar to the rules of football except that players must use sticks instead of their feet to play the ball.
Usa hockey provides the foundation for the sport of ice hockey in america. Unless immediate substitution is permitted under the coincidental minor penalty rule 402f, when a player receives a minor penalty plus a misconduct or game. Ice rink association, you gain access to a variety of members only resources, including official rule books for ice sports and official usa hockey ice marking diagrams. Ca hockey canada referees case bookrule combination 20182020 5 official caserule book message from the hockey canada board of directors the rules which are contained in this book are the only rules which are to be used in the playing of hockey under the jurisdiction of hockey canada. From 1 january 2016 international hockey federation. The usa hockey mobile rulebook is the digital version of the current usa hockey rulebook. Usa hockey released a 222page document outlining the submissions, along with rules committee responses and. Rule 639 trippingclipping leg checking note 1 tripping is the act of placing a stick, knee, foot, arm, hand or elbow in such a manner that causes his opponent to lose balance or fall.
The simple usa hockey rule 409 scenario when a shorthanded team is. Rule changes adopted by usa hockey beginning in the 2017. Usa hockey has instituted rule changes regarding icing and faceoff locations that will affect youth hockey games this season. Summary of usa hockey officiating rules all usa hockey sanctioned tournaments are governed by the same rules outline below. Above is the link for usa mobil hockey rulebook for use by the omaha high school league. Use the search bar above or click on sections to navigate the vast hockey resources including rules, descriptions, casebook examples and videos. Below you can download the rules for each format of the game. The ahls board of governors have approved a new alignment for the league in the 201617 season as well as a change to numerous rules and even some twists to the way the game.
In exceptional circumstances the international hockey federation. All outdoor rule modification, amendments or adjustments will be posted below. This website is powered by the sportsengine platform, but is owned by and subject to the usa hockey privacy policy. Kay whitmore explains the changes in the rule book as far as the size of goaltenders pads. For specific language related to each rule, please see the 201721. Extremely thorough and expertly detailed, this guide is the most valuable resource for referees, coaches, leagues.
Usa hockey official playing rules points of emphasis 2014 through 201617 playing seasons the goal of usa hockey is to promote a safe and positive playing environment for all participants while continuing to focus on skill development and enjoyment of the sport. The purpose of this document is to provide a quick reference to the rule changes. Aha games are played following the usa hockey rule book. Included are usa hockeys official playing rules and interpretations, theoretical situations, referee signals and detailed rink diagrams.
Inline hockey official rule book reprint september 2010august 2011 new zealand inline hockey. Get all your guidelines and forms here, from guidelines for international transfers, dropadd forms, tryout notices and officials game reports. I hope you are enjoying what should turn out to be a great summer. National associations have discretion to decide the date of implementation at national level. There will be no opportunity to complete the level 2, level 3 or level 4 closed book exam. Rule 404 misconduct penalties usa hockey mobile rulebook. Ahai and ihoa representatives returned from the usa hockey annual meeting in colorado the. Level 4 applicants must attend a level 4 specific seminar. The current rules do not promote the development ladder being preached by usa hockey. A look at some of the upcoming rule changes along with the new illegal hits to the head rule and other points of emphasis this season. The only player on the field who is allowed to use their feet and hands as well as their stick is the goalkeeper. Please note that the sections are listed according to order in the handbook. National field hockey coach of the year 201718 criteria for completing penalty corner among 2019 field hockey rule. This book is the singular source for the rules of the game.