The 20172021 usa hockey youthadult rule changes that you. There are 11 players on a team made up of a goalkeeper, defenders, midfielders and attackers. Rules changes over the last two years, the hockey rules board has particularly focused some of its work on indoor hockey. Fih, the international governing body for hockey, are responsible for the rules of outdoor hockey 11 aside, indoor hockey and hockey5s. Use the search bar above or click on sections to navigate the vast hockey resources including rules, descriptions, casebook examples and videos. The fih statutes set out the mandate of the fih and outline the official rules and. Included are usa hockeys official playing rules and interpretations, referee signals and detailed rink diagrams. Covering the mustknow for both players and umpires including a quiz feature and videos. Field hockey goalkeeping course added to nfhs learning center. The fih hockey monthly is now available on youtube. The international hockey federations fih executive board has made some changes to the rules of the game which will be implemented from next year. Associations nfhs is the national governing body of high school sports.
Hockey on the fih website and about the purchase of. New app can be used without an internet connection for moments when you need to look up a rule but are in one of those referee locker rooms with no wifi signal. The portable document format may be useful once you are familiar with the basic version. Our official documents fih international hockey federation. After the recent change to the indoor rules, the fih have now released the new rules for the outdoor format of the game. There have been no major changes to the current rules written in 2015 and the new changes will go live from 1 st january 2017. Rule 15 rule 35 table of contents national hockey league official rules 20152016 vii section 1 playing area. This section is for those who would like to download the official rule book.
December each year and covers the indoor version of the game with the same rule updates, trends and changes to processes and. To view the entire official document from usa hockey click here. The fih is proud that hockey is free from the use of performance enhancing drugs and aims to maintain this situation. These will formally come into effect for international hockey from 1st january 2017, with national associations free to choose the date. Fih has today published the latest rules of hockey agreed at the executive board meeting at the fih congress on 30th october 2014.
The hockey canada rule book app brings every rule to your mobile device. Sportspectator guides were created to fill the educational needs of the novice fan. New fih rules of hockey free hit february 26, 2009 the international hockey federation fih has released the revised free hit rules because of the great interest in them. Field hockey canada encourages our member clubs, teams, and officials to begin experimenting with. The iihf rule book has more than 100 pages and it describes all details of the ice hockey see the iihf rule book in the pdf format. It is important to note that national associations have discretion to decide the date of their implementation at national level. Many of the items listed in the usa hockey summary are simple clerical c. The iihf also published a rule book for inline hockey. These changes included the incorporation of the previous fih tournament regulations that related to. Referees case bookrule combination hockey nova scotia.
It has been launched with a view to replace printed rule books previously distributed from fihs headquarters in lausanne. We recommend reading through the simplified guide to hockey rules and regulations first. The rules of paraid hockey are below, together with a short version of these rules. The app details the official fih rules of hockey 2017, providing officials, players and fans with an easytouse and accessible resource. Field hockey rules of the game the official site of the. Included are usa hockey s official playing rules and interpretations, referee signals and detailed rink diagrams. Mobanode, who have created similar products for other sports including rugby and cricket, were commissioned to develop the app for hockey. The 2019 edition of the rulebook, which comes into effect on january. The usa hockey mobile rulebook is the digital version of the current usa hockey rulebook.
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. Field hockey rules committee welcomes new members 20182019. Rules and regulations iihf international ice hockey. The fih hockey pro league is the annual global league involving hockeys best national teams in the world, men and women. The impression is given that the rules and especially the interpretations of rule originate in briefings and the fih published rules of hockey are only there or to be used for the purpose of reaching a wider audience. The officials rules of ice hockey is the essential resource for players, coaches, referees, parents and fans. This follows a recommendation from the fih athletes committee who thought that there. The option to purchase a usa field hockey outdoor andor indoor rule book can be found below. New fih rules of hockey free hit field hockey canada.
The fih will be promoting beach hockey as a complementary version of the sport to traditional 11aside hockey, indoor hockey and hockey5s. The best team of the season having accumulated the highest number of points at the end of the league is crowned champion and receives the fih hockey pro league trophy. One of the objectives of the fih and therefore of the hockey rules board is to decrease the number and duration of interruptions to the. Hockey federation fih retains the right to make changes which will be noti. Changes include own goal and more august 30th, 2012 the fih has published its 20 edition of the outdoor hockey rulebook, which is now available to read and download on the fih website rules page. The national hockey league rules are the rules governing the play of the national hockey league nhl, a professional ice hockey organization.
Official rule book of hockey canada mission statement we dedicate ourselves to the advancement of amateur hockey for all individuals, through progressive leadership, by ensuring meaningful opportunities and enjoyable experiences in a safe sportsmanlike environment. However, hockey was removed from the olympics during the 1924 paris games for having no international sporting structure. The rules of hockey apply to all levels of the game, and are effective from 1 january 2017 at international level. The rules of hockey and fih tournament regulations apply to all. For new readers martin conlon is the author of the blog website, the rules of hockey observations and proposals about the rules of field hockey. The iihf video goal judge system guidelines outline the technical specifications and operation of the system used major iihf championships for the video goal judge and coaches challenge. The fih is therefore a signatory to the world antidoping code.
Avenue des arts 1 bte 5 b1210 brussels belgium phone. Rules book, a loud and distinctive whistle, a stop watch. For the years 20102014 the iihf rule book is valid. Fih rules of indoor hockey 2017 changes highlighted. Rules of hockey including explanations effective from 1.
The rules are issued by the hockey rules board under. The international hockey federation fih supports the fight against doping in sport in all its forms. The next rules of hockey will take affect from 1 may 2009 and the full set of rules will be published as soon as possible. The league also determines the specifications for playing equipment used in its games. The rules of hockey apply to all levels of the game, and are effectivefrom 1january 2019at international level. Fih rules of hockey outdoor rule changes to be implemented from 1 september 2010 following the announcement that the board of england hockey have approved the early introduction of the new 201112 rules of hockey outdoor, members need to be aware of the following changes. The 20172021 rule change summary that we have all been waiting for has just been released. The umb often contains rule interpretation which cannot be an interpretation of rule text within the rule book because there is no text in the rule book that could possibly be interpreted in the way suggested. National field hockey coach of the year 201718 criteria for completing penalty corner among 2019 field hockey rule. Rules change guidance in late 2014, the international hockey federation fih announced some changes to the rules of hockey. All outdoor rule modification, amendments or adjustments will be posted below. Infractions of the rules, such as offside and icing, lead to a stoppage of play and subsequent to the offending teams.
Each month, watch the best hockey action and features from around the world free of charge. International hockey federation fih is the international governing body of field hockey. The hockey canada concussion awareness app brings head safety info to your. Whilst that is the most significant rule change, several others will also come into effect on 1 january 2016. Hockey canada controls a vast majority of ice hockey in canada, with a few exceptions. Foreword this hockey rule book has been compiled and. This book is the singular source for the rules of the game. This book may not be reproduced in whole or in part in any formor by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording. At the convenience of the touch of a button, you can be sure to have the latest rules of outdoor hockey onthego. 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. Information about the availability of the rules of indoor. The only player on the field who is allowed to use their feet and hands as well as their stick is the goalkeeper. The new rules changes for 2015 are in club news here. This section is for those who would like to download the official rule book we recommend reading through the simplified guide to hockey rules and regulations first the portable document format may be useful once you are familiar with the basic version.
Fih releases new rules of hockey field hockey canada. Outdoor hockey 11 aside get the interactive fih rules of hockey app now. The gender equality policy of the international hockey federation fih aims to. They are available for worldwide adoption and effective at international level from 1st january 2015. We update our rulebook every two years so its worth checking you have the latest version. This official document contains many changes across nearly every section of the rule book. 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. Fih rules of indoor hockey 2017 changes highlighted 9. This book may not be reproduced in whole or in part in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including.
The hockey canada network app is the premier resource for hockey drills, skills and learning resources. Information about the availability of the rules on the fih website and about the purchase of rules books is included at the end of this publication. One of these relates to attacking free pushes within three metres of the edge of the line. Its rule books are not offered online, but can be purchased from the. Below you can download the rules for each format of the game and even order your own rulebook. The official rules of ice hockey is the essential resource for players, coaches, referees, parents and fans. The fih believes hockey is enjoyable to play, officiate in and watch.
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