The singular resource for the official rules of the game, updated for the most recent changes, this book includes everything that is necessary to know in order to be a professional. The rules are fairly similar to those in the nhl, making this a very good place to learn about hockey rules in general. A high stick is one which is carried above the height of the opponents shoulders. Even if someone else causes a high sticking penalty, there is no argument. Our rules follow the basic hockey rules found in any hockey league around the country. It is to be used for the seating of penalized players, the penalty. The league also determines the specifications for playing equipment used in its games.
It is difficult to say whether or not the popularity of hockey is growing in the states. Introduced to the league in 2005, the goalie trapezoid rule is one of the more bizarre. Wood or other material approved by the league can be used for making a players hockey stick. Schedule and rule book, 1999 2000 national hockey league, league, the national hockey on. Nhl, the nhl shield, the word mark and image of the stanley. Teams will head to training camp in the next couple of weeks and before you know it, fans will start to fill the seats for preseason games ahead of the season starting in october. A hit resulting in contact with an opponents head where the head was the main point of contact and such.
Fines and suspensions there are no specified fines or suspensions for high sticking, however, supplementary discipline can be applied by the commissioner at his discretion refer to rule 28. The national hockey league rules are the rules governing the play of the national hockey league nhl, a professional ice hockey organization. Offsides and penalties are a routine call during the game. Show your team spirit with an official nhl jersey chair. In the rules of the national hockey league, highsticking is defined as a penalty in rule 60. Also on the kids page, the common penalties link includes images of a referee making the appropriate gestures to.
But wait, there are a few other topics you might want to take note of such as the playing positions in hockey or how to shoot in hockey. Players and goalkeepers must be in control and responsible for their stick. Players can serve 2 or 5 minute penalties for such things as interference, delay of game, holding, high sticking and roughing. Wood or other material approved by the league can be used for making a. One major criticism is that the barriers to entry are high, as wouldbe players have to either be born in a place with frozen lakes or ponds, or be able to access the equipment and ice time necessary to grow as a player. National hockey league nhl pages on rauzulus street. For the years 20102014 the iihf rule book is valid. The high stick violation is considered to be completed because the puck was not in possession and control of the opposing team. Rule 621 high sticks usa hockey officiating rulebook. However, a player is permitted accidental contact on an opponent if the act is committed as a normal wind up or follow through of a shooting motion, or accidental contact on. Last season, we saw some major rule changes in the national hockey league. Stars game there was a questionable call, and the announcers mentioned they have to keep control of their stick, yet a. Like all sports, the nhl national hockey league goes through rule changes. The site doesnt focus on dimensions and measurements like the previous site, but it boasts a short video rulebook that contains clips from the nhl of boarding, high sticking, and other infractions.
This website is powered by the sportsengine platform, but is owned by and subject to the usa hockey officiating rulebook mobile site privacy policy. Highsticking is the name of two infractions in the sport of ice hockey that may occur when a player intentionally or inadvertently plays the puck with his or her stick above the height of the shoulders or above the cross bar of a hockey goal. Yuengling traditional lager and exclusive cobranded tshirt. Official rules of the nhl 9900 national hockey lague. Receive exclusive presales, breaking news, event updates and special offers delivered right. Make sure your stick is legal hockey stick regulations.
Highsticking the puck batting the puck above the normal height of the shoulders with a stick is prohibited. Infractions of the rules, such as offside and icing, lead to a stoppage of play and subsequent to the offending teams. High sticking the puck batting the puck above the normal height of the shoulders with a stick is prohibited. Players seatsbuckets may sit on the ice hockey blades blade carrier, as long as it is. In the last few years, the nhl has often enjoyed higher ratings and more sold out arenas than leagues that are. Pucked by helena hunting, us by sarina bowen, heated rivalry by rachel reid, winging it by ashlyn kane, and hooked by love by toni. Stay tuned for more changes to the rule book and its effect on the ice. National hockey league official rules 20152016 iii 20152016 nhl officiating team referees linesmen jersey no.
This is covered under rule 67 in the nhl rule book 67. In the case of a players stick, they are to always be in control. Nhl has rules for beardgrabbing, hairpulling sports. Highsticking a highstick is one which is carried above the height of the opponents shoulders. The nhl rulebook has been updated for the 201920 season. Phantoms hockey, the web site for the ahls philadelphia phantoms, contains all the rules for ahl hockey in the kids page of the site. Extremely thorough and expertly detailed, this guide is the most valuable resource for referees, coaches, leagues, and serious fans of the national hockey league. High sticking 2 or 4 min high sticking is a minor penalty where a players stick makes contact with any part of an opposing player above the shoulders.
Referees case book rule combination 20182020 hockey canada. Nhl rulebook text a high stick is one which is carried above the height of the opponents shoulders. This act will result in a penalty being assessed against the offending player. High sticks usa hockey officiating rulebook mobile site. I feel that if you play your own high stick, you shouldnt gain approximately 90. Paul stewart holds the distinction of being the first u.
Apr 10, 2020 minor penalties are 2 minutes each in the case of 4minute high sticking, it is really 2 high sticking calls stacked on a player. Followthrough so i am still a bit new to the game, what is the high sticking rule vs. When a puck is struck with a high stick and subsequently comes into the possession and control of a player from the offending team including the player who made contact with the puck, either directly or deflected off any player or official, there shall be a. Whl adopts two new rules on high sticking, faceoffs castanet. Hockey stick regulations professional hockey sticks. High sticking usa hockey officiating rulebook mobile site. A player must be accountable for being in control of their stick at all times. Grab a ticket to your next flyers game and score a 24oz. This can result in a penalty or a stoppage of play. 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. Also, when a team with a penalized player in the box serving his minor penalty gets scored on, the penalty ends and the player comes out. The nhl made some big changes to the rule book this offseason.
This publication combines hockey canada official rule book with situations cases related to the official rules. Ice hockey rules hockey history birthplace, ancestors, nhl. Now that youve learned the basic rules of the game, im sure youre itching to pick up the hockey stick and play. Chairs r us custom hockey chair gallery click one of the buttons below to see the chairs r us photo gallery for your favourite sport. Stay up to date with all of the latest flyers information by signing up for the flyerwire newsletter.
No hockey stick shall exceed sixtythree inches 63 in length, from the heel to the end of the shaft. There are no specified fines or suspensions for highsticking, however, supplementary discipline can be applied by the commissioner at his discretion. Mar 14, 2016 nhl officials explain high sticking rules. Sep 06, 2017 as per sportsnets elliotte friedman, the nhl has approved rule changes for 201718 designed to speed up the game and increase offence the first, and probably most significant. The whl has added a new rule pertaining to high sticking calls. Choose from all 30 nhl teams and customize with your name and jersey number. A goal scored by a defending player who strikes the puck with his stick carried above the height of the crossbar of the goal frame shall be allowed. Penalties for boarding, checking from behind increase in high schoo. High sticking a high stick is one which is carried above the height of the opponents shoulders. High sticking is the name of two infractions in the sport of ice hockey that may occur when a player intentionally or inadvertently plays the puck with his or her stick above the height of the shoulders or above the cross bar of a hockey goal. Intent has nothing to do with most minor penalties. Team a high sticks the puck in its defending zone, and the puck moves into the neutral zone, where a team b defenseman strikes the puck with a high stick and the puck leaves the rink.
Changes for this season include expansion of coachs challenges. The administrative rules included in this book are listed below. Under the current nhl rulebook, the goals are perfectly legal, provided the player plays the puck with a stick below shoulder height and scores. The western hockey league has taken the unusual step of. Be sure to also check out the nhl expansion history. Stars game there was a questionable call, and the announcers mentioned they have to keep control of their stick, yet a follow through can negate a high sticking penalty. Highsticking is the name of two infractions in the sport of ice hockey that may occur when a. Rule 621 high sticks note high sticking is the action where a player carries the stick above the normal height of the opponents shoulders and makes contact with the opponent. The act of carrying the stick above the shoulders and making contact with an opponent. This book may not be reproduced in whole or in part in any. The 19 biggest rule changes in nhl history fox sports. A player is permitted accidental contact on an opponent if the act is committed as a normal windup or follow through of a shooting motion.
The blade of the hockey stick shall not be more than three inches 3 in width at any point. Ice hockey is a contact team sport played on ice, usually in a rink, in which two teams of skaters use their sticks to shoot a vulcanized rubber puck into their opponents net to score goals. When a puck is struck with a high stick and subsequently comes into the possession and control of a player from the offending team including the player who made contact with the puck, either directly or deflected off any player or official, there shall be a whistle. Ice hockey shall be played on an area of ice called a rink. Note high sticking is the action where a player carries the stick above the normal height of the opponents shoulders and makes contact with the opponent. Nhl, the nhl shield, the word mark and image of the stanley cup, center ice name and logo, nhl conference logos and nhl winter classic name are registered trademarks and vintage hockey word mark and logo, live every shift, hot off the ice, the game lives where. High sticking is a minor penalty where a players stick makes contact with. High sticking is the penalty that is assessed when one player loses control and makes contact. Sep 06, 2017 this rule change i completely disagree with. As per sportsnets elliotte friedman, the nhl has approved rule changes for 201718 designed to speed up the game and increase offence the first, and probably most significant. Players must be in control and responsible for their sticks.
The nhl has determined that each professional is responsible for controlling his stick at all times. This document is the official sled hockey rules of usa hockey. High sticking was redefined to allow goals that were scored with a stick below the height of the crossbar of the goal frame. The sport is known to be fastpaced and physical, with teams usually fielding six players at a time. Nhl rules on legality of lacrossestyle goals, high sticks.
Butt ending, rule 60 highsticking or rule 62 spearing, and a goal is scored. Asked whether the rule book covered beardpulling, the nhl pointed to rule 75. But before the season starts, lets talk about some of the important rule changes that will be in play this season. High sticking was redefined to allow goals that were scored with a stick below the height of the crossbar. Simply put, the puck leaves the rink and ends up in the spectator seating. The action of the player carry ing the stick or any.