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. Cif position statements regarding helmet addon products and certification. Football gloves are now required to meet either the new sfia specification or the existing nocsae test standard. You must be a paid member of an nfhs member association coaches or fine arts or a state staff member to view this content. Use this while reading your rule book, it helps a lot. For more information on national sports rules changes, please visit. Except as may be specifically noted in this rules book, the nfhs makes no recommendation about the nature or extent of the modifications that may be appropriate for children who are. Bob colgate, nfhs director of sports and sports medicine and staff liaison to the nfhs football rules committee, said this language was moved from rule 951d and has been reclassified from a 15yard unsportsmanlike foul to a 5yard foul. National federation of state high school associations.
It follows along with the rule book so you have an example of a rule you may be confused about. The nfhs football rules book specifically prohibits unfair acts. Sports such as soccer, basketball and baseball offer direct illustrations of the rules book, including rules references and officials signals. Additional timing changes on play clock approved in high school football rules. The nfhs is the authoritative source for football rules related to high school age athletes and younger. The saoa football program provides the resources below to enhance your officiating experience. Nfhs football rules kicking rule 6 flashcards quizlet. Interfering with play is in rule 1114, but what it means has never been defined. The nfhs will assist in answering rules questions from the state associations whenever called upon. Beautiful illustrations to further explain concepts and principles. Every individual involved in high school football should own a copy of this book.
Trying to find a searchable pdf copy of both the 2016 rulebook and a 2016 rules differences document ncaa vs. Clarified the sequence of administering penalties to the members of the coaching staff and offending players. In playpic b, the b player commits a dead ball personal foul. Based on the nfhs rulebook, this manual is broken down into the following chapters. Nfhs rules should contact the rules interpreter designated by his or her state high school association. Please enter the information below and click on the submit button at the bottom.
The nfhs makes the rules and case books for high school sports and activities available online in the publications library. Win at fantasy football in 2016 with the ultimate strategies and tactics football outsiders almanac 2016. Animated mechanics videos for softball and baseball umpires. Rule 910 lists some examples of unfair acts, including hiding the football under a jersey or using an illegal kicking tee. The nfhs is the sole and exclusive source of binding rules interpretations for contests involving its member schools. Indianapolis, in february 14, 2011 a change in the definition of a chop block in high school football, along with a strong emphasis on proper use of the helmet to minimize risk of injury, highlighted the january 2123 meeting of the national federation of state high school associations nfhs football rules committee in indianapolis. The amazon versions can be downloaded and used on apple or android devices with the kindle app. 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 rulebooks categories publications, by sport baseball. No other model rules interpretations should be considered. All the official nfhs rules and case plays together in one place.
Nfhs football rules snapping, handing, passing rule 7. Contains the official rules for football and are designed to explain all aspects of the sport. Contains the official rules for soccer and are designed to. In order to make nfhs rules skilllevel and agelevel appropriate, the rules may be modified by any organization that chooses to use them. National federation of state high school associations football. Rules books and case books available as ebooks nfhs. Playing multiple sports in high school paves way f. Osaa adopted football rules and interpretations the 2016 nfhs football rules book will be used with the following clarifications.
Added additional inappropriate acts by the offender that would require an immediate ejection. Nfhs rule changes and interpretations california interscholastic. 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. State rules interpreters may contact the nfhs for model rules interpretations. 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. Stream high school sports live and on demand on any device with the nfhs network. Nfhs rules are used by educationbased and noneducationbased organizations serving children of varying skill levels who are of high school. Field and cross country rules book 2016 nfhs boys lacrosse rules book 2016 17 nfhs volleyball rules book fantasy football 2016. Added the new sports and fitness industry association sfia football glove specification to the existing rule. Spirit rules changes 2016 17 by nfhs on april 27, 2016 spirit.
This new definition aligns nfhs with other rules codes. Intermediate penalties restriction to the benchdugout 2. Except as specifically stated in the rules, information on field diagrams in this book is suggestive only. The penalties do not cancel and are enforced in the order of occurrence. Nfhs rulebooks categories 2020 baseball rules book. This is your way to voice your opinion and potentially enhance the sport of football.
This is your way to voice your opinion and potentially enhance the sport of football for the youth of our nation. The essential guide to the 2016 nfl and college football seasons 2015 nfhs boys lacrosse rules book 2014 nfhs. For your convenience, nfhs offers rules and case books in multiple formats. Interfering with play playing or touching the ball passed or touched by a teammate. Football information 2016 nfhs football rules online state interpreters meeting july 19, 2016 2. E books are available via itunes and amazon, while print publications can be purchased on nfhs. Choose from 44 different sets of nfhs rules flashcards on quizlet. Rule 910 lists some examples of unfair acts, including hiding the football. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. Nov 28, 2015 pdf of football rules meeting iowa high school. Any person having questions about the interpretation of nfhs football rules should contact. Just found out that i may be assigned to a crew regularly working in a league using nfhs rules this fall. They are written with an eye towards player safety and promoting good sportsmanship.
Contains the official rules for football, and are designed to explain all aspects of the game. John miller wiaa football rules interpreter 425 9886155 jmiller. Contains the official rules for football and are designed to. 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. Other unfair acts are prohibited by the spirit and intent of other rules, include, but are not limited to, the following. You will be required to have software on your computer, tablet. Sportsmanship celebrations around or near home plate. The online football exam is scheduled from august 3rd through. 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. Nfhs approves six football rule changes stateline sports. The nfhs is the sole and exclusive source of model interpretations of nfhs rules. Additional timing changes on play clock approved in high school football rules additional timing. Contains the official rules for soccer, and are designed to explain all aspects of the. High school associations 201718 nfhs soccer rules powerpoint welcome to the 201718 soccer power point.
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. These changes were subsequently approved by the nfhs board of directors. Nfhs football rules summary 2016 flashcards quizlet. Previously, there was no provision for substitutes to enter the field of play during this type of stoppage. Indispensable companion to the 2016 nfhs football rule book. Consideration of liability issues in 7on7 football. Below is a listing of the e books currently available for purchase. Additional timing changes on play clock approved in high school foo.
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