The 20172021 rule change summary that we have all been waiting for has just been released. This document is a brief summary of playing rule changes and does not reflect the actual language used in the official rules. How to become a hockey referee with pictures wikihow. Hockey canada officiating downloads rule book and case book. New york state high school section v hockey local area college club teams including university of rochester, rit, and more. The 20172021 usa hockey youthadult rule changes that you. Nba officiating news, rulebook and referee operations. The new rule leaves the reasonable period of time up to the referees discretion. Apr 27, 2015 milbury throws out rules, much like the nhl. Pierredecoubertin montreal, qc, h1v 3r2 hockey new. This official document contains many changes across nearly every section of the rule book.
This book is the singular source for the rules of the. Need to get a rule refresher or want to expand your knowledge of the game. 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. According to the rule book, eller was in the wrong and went to the penalty box as a result.
These will formally come into effect for international hockey from 1st january 2017, with national associations free to choose the date. Included are usa hockeys official playing rules and interpretations, theoretical situations, referee signals and detailed rink diagrams. Included are usa hockey s official playing rules and interpretations, referee signals and detailed rink diagrams. Many of the items listed in the usa hockey summary are simple clerical changes that are not explained in detail. Milbury throws out rules, much like the nhl nbc sports. The official rules of ice hockey is the essential resource for players, coaches, referees, parents and fans. Richard sennott 1900 merivale road, suite 204, nepean, on, k2g 4n4 hockey quebec president. Founded in 2009, the hockey writers is a premier destination for news and information on everything hockey. Rule 15 rule 35 table of contents national hockey league official rules 20152016 vii section 1 playing area. The nhl recently sent a memo to officials regarding the legality of lacrossestyle goals in the national hockey league.
Explaining the unwritten rules of a hockey fight nbc sports. Why fighting is allowed in the nhl business insider. To view the entire official document from usa hockey click here. Based on recommendations made by the fih rules committee, the international hockey federation fih has released the rules of hockey 2017.
May 05, 2019 as per the national hockey leagues rule book the officials on the ice made the correct call. Infractions of the rules, such as offside and icing, lead to a stoppage of play and subsequent to the offending teams. Fighting may not be as prevalent in hockey as it once was, but the rules. Hockey canada rule book app do you want to learn or verify rules. If youre interested in old time hockey from the 1960s which is when bruce hood started officiating professional hockey or like to get the inside story on the nhl up until the 80s this is a great book.
Bc hockey is a nonprofit organization and member of hockey canada in charge of governing amateur hockey at all levels in british columbia and the yukon territory. For specific language related to each rule, please see the 201721. The national hockey league rules are the rules governing the play of the national hockey league nhl, a professional ice hockey organization. Playing area 201 617 official rules of inline hockey 9 rink. Fighting has been an officially accepted part of hockey at the professional level for almost a century. This book may not be reproduced in whole or in part in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including. This book is the singular source for the rules of the game. James obrien is a writer for pro hockey talk on nbc sports. Nhl releases its rule book changes, we try to translate. National hockey league official rules 20152016 iii 20152016 nhl officiating team referees linesmen jersey no. Nba official is your source for the latest news and information about the nba officiating program.
One helpful interpretation would be to state the rule that used to be xyz in years before 201x, but due to concerns with head injuries for. Nhl releases its rule book changes, we try to translate them. 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. The determining factor for checking from behind versus crosschecking is. With the games taking place outside of north america, however, the rink width size is increased from an. In ice hockey, an official is a person who has some responsibility in enforcing the rules and maintaining the order of the game. 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. Kamu grugierhill called it ridiculous and malcolm jenkins said the folks making the call at the command center should stay off the bottle. It is recommended that a minimum of two goalkeepers be among. The only player on the field who is allowed to use their feet and hands as well as their stick is the goalkeeper. I like nonfiction and i officiate hockey so this book was a natural. The referee may not change his decision, or that of any other official, after the resumption of play. Most teams already head directly to their own end of the rink and this rule would provide clarity. The hockey canada network app is the premier resource for hockey drills, skills and learning resources.
A play can be blown dead if a player is seriously injured, however what is or is not a serious injury effectively comes down to the discretion of the official on the ice. Jan 30, 2019 according to the rule book, eller was in the wrong and went to the penalty box as a result. Each umpire has the primary responsibility for decisions in one half of the field, and is the only one allowed to award a penalty corner. The officials rules and casebook of ice hockey is the essential resource for players, coaches, referees, parents and fans.
No more worrying about whether you have your old rule book with you. All the college leagues we provide officials for use the ncaa rulebook while section v high school hockey has recently elected to use the national federation of state high schools association nfhs rulebook. Included are usa hockey s official playing rules and interpretations, theoretical situations, referee signals and detailed rink diagrams. The hockey canada rule book app brings every rule to your mobile device. Womens hockey follows the iihf rule book for international events such as the olympics. Referee signals rink diagram goal dimensions discipline procedures codes of conduct inline hockey official rule book reprint september 2010august 2011 new zealand inline hockey. The purpose of this document is to provide a quick reference to the rule changes. There are four officials in nhl gamestwo referees and two linesmen.
Find thousands of drills, practice plans, features and other resources directly from hockey canada and its members from across the country. Hockey canada controls a vast majority of ice hockey in canada, with a few exceptions. Additionally when you consider the fact that ben bishop would remain in the. There are 11 players on a team made up of a goalkeeper, defenders, midfielders and attackers. Fighting may not be as prevalent in hockey as it once was, but the rules that govern it are alive and well and everchanging. An officials decision to forfeit a game at the european curling championships reflects a deeper debate in the sport about how much hired officials should. Included are usa hockeys official playing rules and interpretations, referee signals and detailed rink diagrams. The site features the nba rulebook, nba video rulebook and nba replay archive. The officials rules of ice hockey is the essential resource for players, coaches, referees, parents and fans. Rule 601 abuse of officials and other misconduct usa hockey. Sep 12, 2010 nhl releases its rule book changes, we try to translate them to english. The hockey canada concussion awareness app brings head safety info to your. The usa hockey mobile rulebook is the digital version of. We would like to show you a description here but the site wont allow us.
The faceoff circle at center ice is where the puck is put in play dropping the puck by the referee at the start of each period and after a goal is scored. Interesting facts and sports stories sports trivia 1 bill oneill. This gives officials a bit more latitude to allow a player to finish. Nhl releases its rule book changes, we try to translate them to english. The role of the official is to enforce the rules of the game and in doing so shall have full authority over all participants. Referees case book rule combination 20182020 hockey canada.
When overtime is used in mhsaa hockey games, the teams must change ends at the end of regulation. There are two categories of officials, onice officials, who are the referees and linesmen that enforce the rules during game play, and office officials, who have an administrative role rather than an enforcement role. Great hockey stories and insight into the evolution of modern professional hockey and backroom stories about what hockey referees go through. Kerry fraser calls out the officiating in game 6 on sunday. They stop play for penalties and for things like offside or icing. Aug 15, 2016 201617 ice hockey rules changes 231,2.
According to the unwritten rules of the game, however, marchand was wrong for not accepting the fight. The official rules of ice hockey is the essential resource for player s, coach es, referees, parents and fans. The hockey canada network app is the best coaching resource for your android or ios mobile device. Referees case bookrule combination hockey nova scotia. Once the puck is dropped, however, teammates from both teams can enter this area to assist in controlling the. 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. This publication combines hockey canada official rule book with situations. A maximum of 20 players, including goalkeepers, may dress for and play in a game, unless modified by state association adoption. If you want to become a licensed hockey referee and officiate league games, becoming a level 1 referee will provide you with the proper. If youre interested in old time hockey from the 1960s. During the dropping of the puck, only one player from each team may be in the center ice circle.
Dec 10, 2018 nbc sports football rule analys terry mcaulay was a guest on philly sports talk tonight so i got to ask him a pretty important question about this play and the nfls decision to not give the. Rule 502 referee usa hockey officiating rulebook mobile site. With the games taking place outside of north america, however, the rink width size is. Hockey canada works with its members to create and update resources to ensure officials have the tools required to serve the game. Official rule book become a coach community partnerships. Getting to know the nhl rulebook winging it in motown. Additionally when you consider the fact that ben bishop would remain in the game after the goal the officials would have been. Former nfl ref explains why eagles were robbed on opening.
As per the national hockey leagues rule book the officials on the ice made the correct call. The league also determines the specifications for playing equipment used in its games. Referee duties and what happens if they cant continue. 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. Nbc sports football rule analyst terry mcaulay was a guest on philly sports talk tonight so i got to ask him a. Feb 09, 2018 womens hockey follows the iihf rule book for international events such as the olympics. This means keeping the game safe by being the judges of fair play.
During play, a referee notices that a player is not properly wearing a proper tooth and mouth protector. Nbc sports football rule analys terry mcaulay was a guest on philly sports talk tonight so i got to ask him a pretty important question about this play and the nfls decision to not give the. Ca hockey canada referee s case book rule combination 20182020 5 official case rule 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. Jun 15, 2017 the 20172021 rule change summary that we have all been waiting for has just been released. Becoming a hockey referee is a great way to get involved in the sport. Memoirs of an nhl referee hardcover edition edition. James obrien is a writer for pro hockey talk on nbc. Updated daily with news and features from over writers worldwide. 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.
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