Click here for the 2019 nfhs football clock operator instructions. Louisiana high school athletic association 2017 football rules study questions lhsaa study guide questions. For those wanting to study or merely surf here online, heres the text of the whole document. For more information on national sports rules changes, please visit. Nfhs football rule book 2017 pdf, the book thief special anniversary edition, this rules book has been ed by the national federation of state saction 5 are stated in the nfhs football game officials manual.
For more information on national sports rules changes, please visit 2020 rule changes. 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. The nfhs baseball rules committee and the nfhs board of directors believes there are areas of the game of interscholastic baseball that need to be addressed and given special attention. Rule 943k no player or nonplayershall grab the inside back or. However, to legislate safety via the rules book and equipment standards is never a complete. National federation of state high school associations nfhs. National federation of state high school associations. High school associations 201718 nfhs soccer rules powerpoint welcome to the 201718 soccer power point. Three points of emphasis were addressed by the nfhs football rules committee for the 2017 football season dealing with risk minimization. Using the nfhs rules app you will be able to find out. How well do you know the nfhs rules for high school sports. The nirsa rules book and officials manual is an excellent start for the sports administrator.
Click here for the 2019 nfhs football game officials manual points of emphasis. 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. High school high school football state of the game. Rule change pass interference rule 7510 face guarding without contact in and of itself is no. This statement appears at the bottom of page two in the 2019 nfhs football rules book. Cif position statements regarding helmet addon products and certification.
Find all the books, read about the author, and more. The saoa football program provides the resources below to enhance your officiating experience. 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. Some officials consider advancement strictly in terms of going from a lower to a higher level striving for the striped brass ring of officiating competition at the highest levels, with the right stuff along the way they progress to their ultimate goal.
The national federation of state high school associations is the only source of official high school interpretations. Lhsaa test questions come from the nfhs rules book, including rule changes, points of emphasis and fundamentals, as well as the louisiana mechanics manual and nfhs case book. Gardner, publisher theresia wynns, 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. 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. You must be a paid member of an nfhs member association coaches or fine arts or a state staff member to view this content. The national federation of state high school associations nfhs learning center is an education tool that offers courses to high school coaches, administrators, officials, students, and parents. National federation of state high school associations soccer. Consideration of liability issues in 7on7 football. High school associations football rules book and case book. The coach, pitcher or catcher of the defensive team may request an intentional walk either before or during the pitch count.
This manual is based on the nfhs 2016 and 2017 football game officials manual. The nfhs disapproves of any form of taunting that is intended or designed to embarrass, ridicule or demean. Additional timing changes on play clock approved in high school football rules. For players at the high school level or equivalent and below, the game shall consist of 48. They are made and published by the nfhs in response to situations presented. Defensive players are restricted from contacting the ball or the snappers hands or arms until the snapper has released the ball. Playing rules differences usa softballncaanfhs page 9 of 49 usasoftball. This change to allow intentional walks was enacted to align fast pitch and slow pitch rules, to keep up with current trends of the sport, and also to maximize the flow of the game. Chsaa and denver broncos host second annual media day.
Equipment all equipment notwithstanding the foregoing, usa softball reserves the right to withhold or withdraw approval of any equipment which, in usa softballs sole determination, significantly changes the character of the game, affects the safety of. In order to make nfhs rules skilllevel and agelevel appropriate, the rules may be modified by any organization that chooses to use them. Nfhs rules are used by educationbased and noneducationbased organizations serving children of varying skill levels who are of high school age and younger. Nfhs publications library the nfhs makes the rules and case books for high school sports and activities available online in the publications library. In 2017, the nfhs football rules committee adopted rule 347 which gives an. 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. It provides a variety of program initiatives that reach the 18,500 high schools and over 11 million students involved in athletic and activity programs. You will be required to have software on your computer, tablet. The state of michigan will not be adopting rule 12 this season. With the recent implementation of nfhs football rules prohibiting targeting, illegal contact on defenseless players, illegal blindside blocks, illegal popup kicks and.
Contains the official case plays for football and are designe. This powerpoint presentation from the national federation. Good luck with the upcoming season, have fun, and thank you for your input, support, and cooperation. National federation of state high school associations football. Saction 5 are stated in the nfhs football game officials manual. These areas of concern are often cyclical, some areas need more attention than others, and that is why they might more.
Training southeastern football officials association. The nfhs disapproves of any form of taunting that is. This powerpoint presentation from the national federation of state high school associations nfhs covers the following. Contains the official rules for football and are designed to. Additional timing changes on play clock approved in high school foo. Nfhs serves its members by providing leadership for the administration of educationbased high school athletics and activities through the writing of playing rules that emphasize health and safety, educational programs that develop leaders, and administrative support to increase participation opportunities and promote sportsmanship.
This powerpoint presentation from the national federation of. Nfhs rules allows official nfhs rule questions to be sent directly to your mobile device allowing you to challenge your rule knowledge and keep you aware of different situations for your chosen sports. The nfhs football game officials manual committee approved a new football officiating mechanic for 2017 for the new rule dealing with the popup kicks. Click here for the 2019 nfhs football official signals. National 11player football coach of the year 201718 new jersey unveils new limits on high school football practices. The ncoa mechanics committee has supplemented the manual with additional information and clarifications to better serve the needs of its officials.
Playing multiple sports in high school paves way f. Elliot hopkins, mld, caa director of sports, sanctioning and student services nfhs rules book as ebooks. Book mobile app nfhs softball case book pdf 2019 nfhs softball rules book 2019 nfhs softball rules book pdf wsl softball rule book softball rule book 2017 softball rule book 2018 nfhs rule book nfhs basketball rule. National 8player football coach of the year 201718 randy allen. For any further information on mechanics, please refer to the nfhs manual. Permissible items on balls rule 1h new the ball may contain only the following permissible items. 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 school age.