Recommended that umpires that have blood on their equipment. National 11player football coach of the year 201718 new jersey unveils new limits on high school football practices. Football is the number one sport for boys at the high school level. All rules changes were subsequently approved by the nfhs board of directors. Football game report can be accessed by logging into our website. The nfhs is the sole and exclusive source of binding rules interpretations for contests involving its member schools. Ohsaa contact information football informational links. A jersey, unaltered from the manufacturers original designproduction, and which shall be long enough to reach the top of the pants and shall be tucked in if longer.
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. Rules book, case book, officials manual, handbook, simplified. Added that commercial advertising is not permitted on the ball. It is the responsibility of coaches, game officials and players to know and understand not only the rule concerning targeting, but the risk involved when players engage in targeting. 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. For any further information on mechanics, please refer to the nfhs manual. The rule was first put in place in 1971, and nfhs director of sports and sports medicine bob colgate said it has played a significant role in the reduction of injuries. Three points of emphasis were addressed by the nfhs football rules committee for the 2017 football. 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. You will receive an email confirmation to the email address that is used for your username after this is submitted online. 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. Nfhs rules are used by educationbased and noneducationbased organizations serving children of varying skill levels who are of high school.
Nfhs football rules is the sole and exclusive source of binding rules interpretations for contests involving its member schools. Not a foul called first touching in the nfhs rulebook. The ncoa mechanics committee has supplemented the manual with additional information and clarifications to better serve the needs of its officials. Saction 5 are stated in the nfhs football game officials manual. High school football just made two major rule changes for. Football resources southeastern athletic officials association.
Subsequent readings must be taken whenever waterrest breaks are taken or every. Rule change home team jerseys rule 151b3 beginning with the 2021 season, the home team jerseys in the playpic will be illegal. You must be a paid member of an nfhs member association coaches or fine arts or a state staff member to view this content. Approved to adopt the nfhs overtime procedure for football with the. The survey indicated 2,237 girls also played football in 201718. Rule change in 2008beginning with 3rd overtime teams must. Approved the use of nfhs rule 221 for girls basketball in all nysphsaa championship. The ball cannot have commercial advertising added to the surface. Nys tackle football updated august 1, 2015 page 1 8 man rules registration in order to register a player to participate in the eightman weighted league, a registration form must be submitted via mail, hand delivery, or online by the registration deadline listed on the area registration form. The only thing new in nfhs for 2017, is a long time case book comment has become codified, so existing rule 23216 will be lengthened to include a list examples of defenseless players. This manual is based on the nfhs 2016 and 2017 football game officials manual. The national federation of state high school associations is the only source of official high school interpretations. National 8player football coach of the year 201718 randy allen. For your convenience, nfhs offers rules and case books in multiple formats.
For the 2015 football season, there is a major change in onfield mechanics for officials in four and fiveperson coverage, and a reminder about the changes for 2014 kickoff change. However, in nfhs contests, and until the rules book changes, the nfhs rules book requires us to receive the choice from the offended captains. Nfhs adds new rule changes for football stateline sports. All fall 2017 rule changes from nfhs are here general. The nfhs football rules committee also expanded rule 23216 regarding a defenseless player by adding specific examples of a defenseless player. Chsaa and denver broncos host second annual media day. In college and professional football, and high school in some states, the. The pennsylvania interscholastic athletic association, inc. Wbgt readings must be taken by the atfr or designee not more than 30 minutes before the beginning of practice. Mueller retired spring of 20 and the nccsir continues under. Nfhs also banned popup kicks, or kicks in which, the kicker drives the ball immediately to the ground.
Any person having questions about the interpretation of nfhs football. 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. Nfhs 2018 football game officials manual points of emphasis. Richard mcwhirter, tennessee alabama mark jones alaska bruce mckay arizona don cerimeli arkansas don brodell california steve coover colorado tom robinson connecticut leroy williams delaware tba district of columbia dwayne marcus, sr. Prior to the game, the head coach is responsible for verifying that the players are legally equipped and will not use illegal equipment. Discussion in 1a football started by ref4e, feb 22, 2017. Contains the official rules for football, and are designed to explain all aspects of the game. 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. Start studying nfhs football rules mostly definitions rule 2.
Sideline management and control, professional communication between coaches and game officials 4. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. Nfhs approves rule changes for high school football. See comments on slide for the specifics on this new football officiating.
Go to the water polo section of the publication library to view the water polo rules book. This revision in rule 155 and other related rules was one of five rules changes for the 2018 season recommended by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs football rules committee at its january 1921 meeting in indianapolis. Football fundamental ix6 added penalty enforcement to help clarify the basic spot on a looseball play. National federation of state high school associations nfhs national federation of state high school associations nfhs located in indianapolis, in est. The nfhs makes the rules and case books for high school sports and activities available online in the publications library. A football jersey does not need to completely cover the shoulder pads and all pads worn above the waist on the torso. Continue reading nfhs approves football rules changes. Previously, there was no provision for substitutes to enter the field of play during this type of stoppage. Improperly equipped player shall be replaced for at least one down. Rules and regulations montana high school association. New 2017 rules address risk minimization in high school football standard posted. The nfl closed this loophole in 2017, declaring this strategy to be. Piaa is a nonprofit corporation organized to eliminate abuses, establish uniform rules, and place interscholastic athletics in the overall context of secondary education. They are made and published by the nfhs in response to situations presented.
In gridiron football, a penalty is a sanction called against a team for a violation of the rules. The nfhs football game officials manual committee approved a new football officiating mechanic for 2017 for the new rule dealing with the popup kicks. Kentucky, and logan county high school, russellville, kentucky 20. Responsibility on players to avoid illegal contact 2.
Rule change pass interference rule 7510 face guarding without contact in and of itself is no longer considered an act of forward pass interference. Rule change pass interference rule 7510 face guarding without contact in and of itself is no. New 2017 rules address risk minimization in high school. Any person having questions about the interpretation of. Nfhs 2018 football nfhsncaa major rules differences. Microsoft powerpoint 2017 nfhs football rules powerpoint. High school football just made two major rule changes for player safety.
All changes were subsequently approved by the nfhs board of directors. Proper enforcement of penalties for violations of the equipment rules. High school associations football rules book and case book. National federation of state high school associations. All of the 2017 nfhs rule changes for fall sports are now in and posted with the just published football press release in addition to the other fall sports in the list below. Since the clock is stopped when bench personnel are cautioned or disqualified, substitutes from both teams who have already reported may be beckoned by the referee and may enter the field of play. High school high school football state of the game. Resources for concussion management, air quality, lightning, heat and other safety topics are available on the mhsa sports medicine page.
Rule changes for 2017 as adopted by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs 1h new. Nfhs approves football rules changes coach and athletic. Resolving tied games 1043 changed the rules reference. Ebooks are available via itunes and amazon, while print publications can be purchased on. Right around march 1 every year, the national federation of high schools nfhs releases new and updated rules to the football rule book. Football officials packet arkansas activities association.