The international ice hockey federation has a book of sport regulations to govern all iihf events. Iihf official rule book iihf international ice hockey. An official nhl national hockey league rink is 200 feet long and 85 feet wide. The role of the official is to enforce the rules of the game and in doing so shall have full authority over all participants. The purpose of this memo is to clarify the expectations of such, so that our officials can exercise consistency and proper judgement in making these calls. Friends of alberta junior hockey society scholarship.
Infractions of the rules, such as offside and icing, lead to a stoppage of play and subsequent to the offending teams. Direct, indirect contact to the head penalties in high school ice h. 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. Requests for officials for scrimmages must be made 96 hours prior to the start of the scrimmage. The official rules of ice hockey is the essential resource for players, coaches, referees, parents and fans. Requests for officials for scrimmages must be made 96 hours prior to the. Glenlake minor hockey club accepts applications from first year referees. How to become a hockey referee with pictures wikihow. The central canada hockey league presents the 18th. Hockey referee, hockey referee assigning organization hrao home. If youre playing hockey, or just want to understand the game, you need to know your way around the rink, how to shoot and pass the puck, what makes up a hockey penalty, the positions on a hockey team, and tips for getting prepared to hit the ice. If a scrimmage has been set up with the league scheduler and the scrimmage gets cancelled, the league scheduler must be. Officials keep the game organized and fun, while providing players, parents and coaches clarification of the rules. Aau hockey leagues regular season for ice hockey shall extend from september 1st through march 15th of any given playing year or the date set.
Alliance hockey is a member of hockey canada and the ontario hockey federation. Referees case bookrule combination hockey nova scotia. Oct 30, 2019 the ncaa adopted a similar rule two years later before revising it in 1985 and the nfhs in 1988. The referees case bookrule combination is up to date as of may 2008 and will take effect at the beginning of the 200809 hockey season. In any case, when the candidate is formally advised of the level vi status completion or failure, copies of the documentation shall be sent to the respective branch referee inchief. The national hockey league rules are the rules governing the play of the national hockey league nhl, a professional ice hockey organization. Rules and regulations iihf international ice hockey.
Introduction to the case book rule combination this publication combines hockey canada official rule book with situations cases related to the. National field hockey coach of the year 201718 criteria for completing. Field hockey goalkeeping course added to nfhs learning center. The referees case book rule combination is up to date as of may 2018 and will take effect at the beginning of the 201819 hockey season.
If you want to become a licensed hockey referee and officiate league games, becoming a level 1 referee will provide you with the proper. Although there are no direct rule changes, there is a continued emphasis. Hockey referee assigning organization hrao the hockey referee assigning organization hrao is dedicated ncaa division 3 college ice hockey. Among the changes in play for upcoming seasons are those that increase player safety and help promote more offence. The only player on the field who is allowed to use their feet and hands as well as their stick is the goalkeeper. Becoming a hockey referee is a great way to get involved in the sport. 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. Hockey canada states that the new rule for slew footing is. Hockey referee, hockey referee assigning organization hrao. To download the latest version, please click on the link below. Take the open book referee exam online after receiving your rule book. Hockey referee, hockey referee assigning organization.
Learn more hockey rules, official mentorship, the level system and more. Alliance hockey directoryrulebook minor hockey alliance. We are all looking forward to another exciting year and fortunate to have you and your officials as part of our acha officiating program. Register for an ihoa seminar 201920 registration after you register with usa hockey, you will receive a usa hockey rule book if a new official and access to the open book test. The officials rules of ice hockey is the essential resource for players, coaches, referees, parents and fans. The hockey referee assigning organization hrao is dedicated ncaa division 3 college ice hockey officiating. The organization is currently servicing 37 ncaa men division iii ice hockey teams and 41 ncaa womens ice hockey teams. Rule 502 referee a the referee shall have general supervision of the game and his decision shall be final in all matters occurring before, during or after the game. Included are usa hockeys official playing rules and interpretations, referee signals and detailed rink diagrams. In all games, the officials shall approach each bench and meet the coaches. National field hockey coach of the year 201718 criteria for completing penalty corner among 2019 field hockey rule. Welcome to the 201920 american collegiate hockey association ice hockey season.
Captains choice of players modified in high school ice hockey uil to partner with brain institute for nations largest concussion. Penalties for boarding, checking from behind increase in high schoo. In any case, when the candidate is formally advised of the level vi status completion or failure, copies of the documentation shall be sent to the respective branch refereeinchief. Rulebookcasebook hockey alberta officials committee. The nhl was born in 1917, but ice hockey dates back to at least the 1850s. Alliance hockey directoryrulebook minor hockey alliance of. Hockey canada officiating downloads rule book and case book.
Referees olivier gouin and brett iverson, and linesman nathan vanoosten will wear stripes at the iihf world championship. Officiating program rocky mountain district hockey. Should the player be moving skating or if any injury results from the infraction, the player shall be assessed a match penalty. Ages run from 6 to 21 years of age depending on the programming in that particular association. Officiating registration process illinois hockey officials. The referees case bookrule combination is up to date as of may 2010 and will take effect at the beginning of the 201011 hockey season. Linesmen system has proven to best fit acha competition and this is the recommended system. Definition of recreational hockey recreational hockey is the very basic introductory level of hockey also referred to as house league hockey. Iihf rules and regulations iihf international ice hockey. A player who slew foots an opponent shall be assessed a double minor penalty and a game misconduct if he is standing still while committing the foul.
The official rules of ice hockey is the essential resource for player s, coach es, referees, parents and fans. The fih will be promoting beach hockey as a complementary version of the sport to traditional 11aside hockey, indoor hockey and hockey5s. Hockey for dummies cheat sheet if youre playing hockey, or just want to understand the game, you need to know your way around the rink, how to shoot and pass the puck, what makes up a hockey penalty, the positions on a hockey team, and tips for getting prepared to hit the ice. Officiating program the following pdf documents are provided to usa hockey registered officials working games during the 201120 seasons.
It wasnt until 1969 that the nfhs allowed a twopoint conversion after a touchdown. Ncaa acha rules 20182020 illinois hockey officials. The hockey referee assigning organization hrao was founded in 2011 by jeff fulton. Note this section of the rulebook refers to minimum and maximum guidelines for an ice hockey rink as recommended by usa hockey. The league also determines the specifications for playing equipment used in its games. Downloads and support materials for hockey officials hockey canada works with its members to create and update resources to ensure officials have the tools required to serve the game. Referees case book rule combination 20182020 hockey canada. This form may be used to report observations of exemplary performance and to report incidents of concern. Upper canada cyclones major bantam aaa is looking for an assistant coach for 201819. The latest iihf rule book was published on 14 november 2019 and is valid until the 20212022 season. Hardcopy paper copies can be obtained from your local supervisor of officials. Then, take the exam online, attend the officiating seminar, and finish the rest of the curriculum online. Uniform playing rules for regional andor national tournaments shall be established by aau hockey at the national level.
Below you can find the complete book in the pdf format. Certified umpires enjoy the credibility of the field hockey community and of the athletes they officiate because they have been observed and evaluated doing what is required of them as a competent official in their sport. Nhl and the nhl shield are registered trademarks of the national hockey league. This book is the singular source for the rules of the game. This publication combines hockey canada official rule book with situations cases related to the official rules. Coaches, team officials, and onoffice officials are invited to use this form to provide feedback about an onice or office official that is working a mwaha sanctioned game. Referees, linespersons or officials in the twoperson system are an essential element in organized hockey at all levels. There are 11 players on a team made up of a goalkeeper, defenders, midfielders and attackers. This gives officials a bit more latitude to allow a player to finish. The rules of paraid hockey are below, together with a short version of these rules. Nba officiating news, rulebook and referee operations. From runofthemill rules to obscure situations, the app is easy to navigate and perfect for officials and coaches who want to make sure the g. The usa hockey mobile rulebook is the digital version of.
Approximately 150 minor hockey associations, 55,000 players, 4,500 referees, 20,000 official volunteers and countless others make our great game possible here in pacific canada. They are recognized as meeting or exceeding the high standards embraced by the member clubs and provincial branches in. The 2019 edition of the rulebook, which comes into effect on january 1st 2019, is available. To become a hockey referee, start by registering online with your local governing body, such as usa hockey if youre in the u. Download the official hockey canadas rule book and other valuable resources for referees, linesmen, coaches, players and fans.
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