Rules differences clarified that at least three a players shall be on the line at the snap in both nineplayer and eightplayer rules. The ball cannot have commercial advertising added to the surface. National federation of state high school associations basketball 201517 basketball officials manual three officials mechanics. Ebooks are available via itunes and amazon, while print publications can be purchased on. The rule now states, no player or nonplayer shall make any contact continue reading nfhs. State high school associations nfhs football rules committee at its. Im not aware of any other online options for the full rules book, unless you run across an illegallyscanned copy, as its ed material. It is our intention to continually update this site, and we encourage you to visit sideline frequently for new and valuable information the nfhs football rules committee meets annually in january to discuss rules change. Page 11 rule 11 2012 nfhs football rules rule 1 the game, field, players and equipment section 1 the game art.
Rule 2202 true correct false 38 when both teams commit simultaneous deadball fouls, it is a double foul. The visiting team is responsible for avoidance of similarity of colors, but if there is doubt, the referee may require players of the home team to change jerseys. Nfhs football rules interpretations 201516 publishers note. A loose ball is in possession of the team whose player was last in possession. Sixplayer football rule 3 length of time between periods revised. Nfhs approves football rules changes coach and athletic. We believe you will find the information useful and utilize the resources to stay informed. The voting members of the nfhs shall be state high school athleticactivity associations. Indianapolis new rules on blindside blocking are the most recent steps taken by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs football rules committee in minimizing the risks associated with the sport the establishment of a new definition of a blindside block in rule 2310 and the addition of rule 943n prohibiting a blindside block were. Welcome to sideline, the homepage for nfhs football game officials information. Penalty summary revised the penalty summary to reflect the 20 nfhs football rules changes. Rule 96 penalty true false correct 37 targeting is an act by any player who takes aim and initiates contact against an opponent above the shoulders with the helmet, forearm, hand, fist, elbow or shoulders.
Since the clock is stopped when bench personnel are cautioned or disqualified, substitutes from both teams who have already reported may be beckoned by the referee and may enter the field of play. The requirement for contrasting colors to white is not a new rule, and this new clarification will allow changes to be made during normal replacement cycles. New, 1051j new new penalty option adopted for fouls by kicking team. Scrimmage kick blocked behind neutral zone who can advance.
Penalty summary updated rules references and penalty signal numbers. National federation of state high school associations. These changes were subsequently approved by the nfhs board of directors. Start studying nfhs football rules mostly definitions rule 2. John miller wiaa football rules interpreter 425 9886155 jmiller. Also, added illegal kicking or batting the ball to the loss of 10 yards summary.
The new rule defines when 40 seconds will be placed on the play clock and. Umpire may restrict the offender to the benchdugout for the remainder of the game or eject the offender. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. Facilities statement a new statement from the nfhs on facilities used for high school athletics was added to the front of the 2017 nfhs football rules book. Indianapolis, in july 20, 2010 the national federation of state high school associations nfhs, in a ruling by its board of directors, announced today that waivers or modifications of the recent ban on composite bats in high school baseball may be considered in certain circumstances. Ebooks are available via itunes and amazon, while print publications can be purchased on nfhs.
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. Rule change tooth and mouth protectors rule 151d5a tooth and mouth protectors that have been chewed or altered so they no longer provide the necessary protection must be replaced. Added that commercial advertising is not permitted on the ball. Rule change home team jerseys rule 151b3 beginning with the 2021 season, the home team jerseys in the playpic will be illegal. National federation of state high school associations football. These include the football rules book, case book, handbook, simplified and illustrated rules, rules by topic, preseason guide and rules interpretations, as well as a powerpoint presentation.
Stopwatch hard copy of the nfhs baseball rules book hard copy of a scorebook cellular phone in pocket for emergencies. Improperly equipped player shall be replaced for at least one down. This publication is designed to assist individuals assigned to keep statistics in the sports of football, basketball, baseballsoftball and volleyball. Defining team designated representative for penalty decisions 141, 144. Rule 1c true false correct 8 a player in motion at the snap is allowed to be moving parallel with the line of scrimmage. The committee cleared the way for state associations and their member schools to. A state high school athleticactivity association may become a voting member of the nfhs provided. It is the object of the game for one team to carry or pass the ball across the opponents goal line or to kick the ball through the opponents goal by a place kick or drop kick. Contains the official rules for soccer and are designed to.
Clarifying when and how coaches can communicate with players highlighted the high school soccer rules changes approved by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs soccer rules committee at its january 2123 meeting in indianapolis. If so and you have the nfhs group accessible your assignor may be able to do this then the rule books and case books are available in the nfhs central hub. Rule change rule 12 team bench locations, coaching box, timeout area state associations have the ability to alter the location and length of the coaching box. Reviewed in the united states on september 26, 2017. Rule 151d5a tooth and mouth protectors that are completely clear or completely white are no longer illegal. The national federation of state high school associations recently modified its rules for football in the organizations ongoing effort to reduce the risk of player injury. The national federation of state high school associations is the only source of official high school interpretations. Any person having questions about the interpretation of nfhs football rules should contact the football rules interpreter designated by his or her. Each state high school association adopting these nfhs football rules is the sole and. Prior to the game, the head coach is responsible for verifying that the players are legally equipped and will not use illegal equipment. The maximum length of the coaching box cannot exceed 28 feet. Be sure to check with your schools athletic director along with your state. The word state as used herein includes the district of columbia.
Click here for the 201920 nfhs basketball rule changes. In addition, parts i and ii of the football rules examination, along with the. Play numbers are designated with a decimal whereas a rule reference is shown with a dash. Nfhs football rules mostly definitions rule 2 flashcards. Corrections to the 2017 soccer rules book page 23, 411i3 change 411h1 to 411i1. It is faster to search rules than the book and if there is a related rule it has a hyperlink to the related rule.
If you have a rules proposal you would like the committee to consider, youre encouraged to work with your member state association if they find merit in your proposal, they will. Use our file search system, download the e book for computer, smartphone or online reading. In addition, parts i and ii of the football rules examination, along with the game officials mechanics. The penalty for a player who is not properly equipped has changed from a distance penalty against the team to removal of that player for at.
Nfhs football rules interpretations 201516 situation 1. Nfhs 201617 soccer rules misconduct yellow card rule 12, section 8 article 1 page 58 yellow card art. Previously, there was no provision for substitutes to enter the field of play during this type of stoppage. Rule change rule 411d visible apparel if visible apparel is worn under the jersey andor shorts, it shall be a single solid color matching the predominant color of the. A jersey, unaltered from the manufacturers original designproduction, and which shall be long enough to reach the top of the pants and shall be tucked in if longer. The nfhs football rules committee meets annually in january to discuss rules change proposals, editorial changes and points of emphasis for the following season. Any person having questions about the interpretation of nfhs football rules should contact. National federation of state high school associations 201517 nfhs basketball officials manual mechanics changes. Dates for nfhs rule change proposal submission sport committee meeting open date for proposals due date for proposals field hockey january april 1 november 1 football january april 1 november 1 soccer january april 1 november 1 volleyball january april 1 november 15 spirit march june 1 february 1 swimmingdiving march june 1 february 15. The play numbers identify the primary rule, section, article of the rules book which supports the interpretation.
They are made and published by the nfhs in response to situations presented. Any person having questions about the interpretation of nfhs football rules should contact the football rules interpreter designated by his. Using analytics to build winning fantasy football teams 201617 nfhs volleyball case book and. Nfhs football rules kicking rule 6 flashcards quizlet. Click here for the original 2012 baseball rule changes press release. Any person having questions about the interpretation of. The timing rule between periods and intermission for sixplayer football has been standardized to match the current nfhs 8, 9 and 11player football rules. The nfhs is the sole and exclusive source of binding rules interpretations for contests involving its member schools. In mechanigrama, the traditional end line to 28foot mark coaching box is used and legal. Nfhs adds new rule changes for football stateline sports. This change now permits any of the game officials to accompany the referee to meet with the head coach for equipment verification. For your convenience, nfhs offers rules and case books in multiple formats. Nfhs football rules each state high school association adopting these nfhs football rules is the sole and exclusive source of binding rules interpretations for contests involving its member schools.
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