This is your way to voice your opinion and potentially enhance the sport of football for the youth of our nation. Reinforced through rule that batting helmets should meet the. Sep 26, 20 the 20 nfhs football rules book is now available through itunes, and rules books for field hockey, soccer and volleyball will be available soon, as well as case books in football and volleyball. The nfhs is the sole and exclusive source of binding rules interpretations for contests involving its member schools. Unlike other years where there are multiple unrelated topics under.
Quiz questions, answers, and rules references are all created by the rules interpreters and therefore any questions regarding these should be directed to them. We encourage you to work with your member state association and submit a rules change proposal form. Any person having questions about the interpretation of nfhs football rules should contact. The nfhs has been at the forefront of national sports organizations in emphasizing the. John miller wiaa football rules interpreter 425 9886155 jmiller. I could live with no changes to timing if my state would implement a mercy rule instead of leaving it to the whim of coaches to agree. Its a heck of a lot easier to find what youre looking for when you can narrow it down to a word or phrase search. Both leather and rubber are approved for high school use and the ball must be marked with one of two nfhs graphic markings. Baseballsoftball lineup sheets 100 sheets baseballsoftball scorebook. Responsibility on players to avoid illegal contact 2. Targeting is an act of taking aim and initiating contact to an opponent above the shoulders with the helmet, forearm, hand, fist, elbow or shoulders. Excessive contact added to unnecessary roughness 943g. Once again, the nfhs football rules committee has chosen to emphasize the head and helmet as a point of emphasis for the 2012 season.
Report from the july 2014 nfhs concussion summit task force. Penalty summary revised the penalty summary to reflect the 2015 nfhs football rules changes. 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. Ncaa rule differences for 2014 procedures nfhs ncaa 1 failure to give 24 hr notice of event that could delay start of game or 2nd half.
Nfhs rules publications now available as ebooks press. The national federation of state high school associations nfhs has a committee that writes the rules governing most high school football. Sep 26, 2014 2014 15 nfhs basketball rules and case book as ebooks electronic versions of the nfhs basketball rules and case book are now available for purchase as ebooks. For comments on the 201415 rules changes,see comments at the end of this book. Sep 27, 20 nfhs rules publications now available as ebooks.
The nfhs does not perform scientific tests on any specific items of equipment to. If the link is not highlighted, then there are no quizzes currently available. Rule change permissible items on balls rule 1h new the ball may contain only. The amazon versions can be downloaded and used on apple or android devices with the kindle app. National intercollegiate soccer officials association february 25, 2014. Bad time was clarified to include the situations where the wrong wrestler was given choice of position at the start of the second 30. The grasping and twisting, turning or pulling the face mask, any edge of the helmet opening, chin strap, or a tooth and mouth protector attached to the face mask 15yard penalty will remain as a part of rule 944 and enforced as roughing the passer, 15yard penalty plus an automatic first down. Additional timing changes on play clock approved in high school football rules. Apple, android and kindle users can buy e books from and view them through the kindle app. A new definition in 2014 for a defenseless player was added. These changes were subsequently approved by the nfhs board of directors. From the 2007 nfhs football rules book, section 3 game equipment comes. Im not aware of any other online options for the full rules book, unless you run across an illegallyscanned copy, as its ed material.
This change was one of six rules revisions recommended by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs football rules. You must be a paid member of an nfhs member association coaches or fine arts or a state staff member to view this content. Football information 2016 nfhs football rules online state interpreters meeting july 19, 2016 2. Winter and spring rules publications will also follow later in the year for apple users on itunes. 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. All but one principal nfhs football rules duration. The case book is universally used by game officials who are interested in football game administration, by coaches and instructors as a textbook for. Below is a listing of the ebooks currently available for purchase. Online library answers to the 2014 nfhs football test answers to the 2014 nfhs football test when people should go to the books stores, search initiation by shop, shelf by shelf, it is in fact problematic. In its ongoing effort to minimize the risk of injury in high school football, the national federation of state high school associations nfhs football rules committee expanded the provisions of unnecessary roughness to include contact with a defenseless player.
Aug 26, 2016 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. So instead of requesting new books i decided to download the kindle versions, which has turned out to be awesome. Bob colgate is the author of 2015 nfhs high school football 4. Published on april 3, 2014 the following rule changes have been approved by the nfhs soccer rules committee and will be incorporated into the rule book for 201415. Sixplayer rules differences rule 6 clarification from a 2014 rules change on freekick formation. All questions must be answered prior to completing the exam. Welcome to sideline, the homepage for nfhs football game officials information. Nfhs football case book washington district football. Select the link from the list below to access the dedicated quiz page for officials of that sport. Rule 2211 a runner yelling at a shortstop causing him to drop a fly ball. The establishment of a new definition of a blindside block in rule 2310 and the addition of rule 943n prohibiting a blindside block were two of 11 rules changes recommended by the nfhs football rules committee at its january 2022 meeting in indianapolis.
This statement appears at the bottom of the table of contents page in the 2015 nfhs football rules book. Please make sure to read the rules book, case book, and officials manuals. Football gymnasticsboys gymnasticsgirls ice hockey lacrosseboys lacrosse. They are made and published by the nfhs in response to situations presented. The nfhs football rules code permits competition to be conducted in an equitable.
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. This is your way to voice your opinion and potentially enhance the sport for the youth of our. The nfhs makes the rules and case books for high school sports and activities available online in the publications library. This football case book has been designated as the official supplement to the football rules book by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs. I am a hs football official in ohio and for some reason my rule book and case book were lost in the.
With an emphasis on risk minimization, the unnecessary roughness provisions were expanded. A coach who physically assists a runner during playing action. For information to join the nfhs officials association log on to. Elliot hopkins, mld, caa, 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. This powerpoint presentation from the national federation of. National federation of state high school associations nfhs. Start studying nfhs football rules mostly definitions rule 2.
Club sports coaches may be less prepared for a medical emergency than hs. National federation of state high school associations. Rules by topic national federation of state high school associations nfhs, bob colgate on. Bob colgate editor of 201415 nfhs football rules book. Any person having questions about the interpretation of nfhs football rules should contact the football rules interpreter designated by his. Nfhs determines rules for most high school football. Consideration of liability issues in 7on7 football. E books are available via itunes and amazon, while print publications can be purchased on nfhs. Books by nfhs author of 2019 nfhs baseball rules book.
For your convenience, nfhs offers rules and case books in multiple formats. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. Eastern time 2017 nfhs football rule change proposal form due november 1, 2016 2017 nfhs football rules committee meeting january 2022, 2017 indianapolis, in 2017 nfhs football rules online state interpreters meeting. 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. This is why we give the book compilations in this website.
Concussions continue to be a focus of attention in football at all levels of competition. The nfhs football rules book is now available through itunes, and rules books for field hockey, soccer and volleyball will be available soon, as well as case books in football and volleyball. Rule 332 b2 if the referee stops the clock for an apparent injury to a field player or goalkeeper, the field player or goalkeeper will have to leave the field. 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. I am a hs football official in ohio and for some reason my rule book and case book were lost in the mail this year. Rules books and case books available as ebooks nfhs. A runner maliciously contacting a fielder without the ball. Additional timing changes on play clock approved in high school foo. Nfhs national federation of state high school associations.
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 forward it to the nfhs. National federation of high school associations football rules book. 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. Rule 1114 offside interpretation the new interpretation allows a player to receive a ball from an opponents deliberate play except from a deliberate save, without being considered offside. These include the football rules book, case book, handbook, simplified and illustrated rules, rules by. Dropped ball procedure amended in high school soccer. Apple, android and kindle users can buy e books from and view them. National federation of state high school associations 2014 nfhs football rules changes. The case book is universally used by game officials who are interested in football game administration, by coaches and instructors as. The case book is universally used by game officials who are interested. The nfhs baseball rules committee meets annually to discuss rules change proposals, editorial changes and points of emphasis to the baseball rules book. This powerpoint presentation from the national federation of state high school associations nfhs covers the following.
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. Additional timing changes on play clock approved in high. Win at fantasy football in 2016 with the ultimate strategies and tactics football outsiders almanac 2016. Nfhs 2014 baseball exam part ii with answers the exam to follow will have 100 questions. The 20 nfhs football rules book is now available through itunes, and rules. Correct 8 an offensive conference will be charged when. 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. Baseball national federation of state high school associations. Field and cross country rules book 2016 nfhs boys lacrosse rules book 201617 nfhs volleyball rules book fantasy football 2016. Roster submissions a focus for 202021 high school volleyball rules. We believe you will find the information useful and utilize the resources to stay informed. All rules changes were subsequently approved by the nfhs board of directors.
Recommendations and guidelines for minimizing head. Below is a listing of the e books currently available for purchase. Be sure to check with your schools athletic director along with your state and local football association to clarify the rules where you play. The rules by topic merges the rule book and the case book so you can see everything that applies to a particular rule together in one place. Nfhs national federation of state high school associations is the author of 2014 15 nfhs spirit rules book 3. The national federation of state high school associations is the only source of official high school interpretations. Nfhs adds new rule changes for football stateline sports. All the official rules and caseplays together in one place. In addition, parts i and ii of the football rules examination, along with the. The nfhs soccer rules committee meets annually to discuss rules change proposals, editorial changes and points of emphasis to the soccer rules book. Nfhss most popular book is 2019 nfhs baseball rules book. Nfhs football rules mostly definitions rule 2 flashcards. 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. The essential guide to the 2016 nfl and college football seasons 2015 nfhs boys lacrosse rules book 2014 nfhs.
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