The rules text, the comments, the ihf hand signals, the clarifications to the rules of the game, and. International dekhockey events us dek hockey federation. Skater hockey is a roller sport and team sport played with a plastic ball. Once the puck has been faced off to start a game, any goaltender subsequently entering the game is not allowed a warmup at any time see rule 202vii for exception. You will find a concise list of keywords and phrases in the hockey terminology az section. Rules of hockey fih international hockey federation. Many were on the table the iihf received 86 proposals for changes to the rulebook. Each of the ten membercountries organized in their national governing bodies. Before we read more about the rules changes, check out the 2017 indoor hockey rules video briefing by steve horgan, the director of umpiring for usa. The official youtube channel of the international hockey federation fih and the best place to get all your global hockey action. The field the dimensions of a standard field hockey field are.
Unauthorised use of these logos for commercial purposes is prohibited. Coaching and officiating isbhf international street. May 29, 2014 the iihf has some rule changes coming this fall. It is important to note that national associations have discretion to decide the date of their implementation at national level. The international hockey federation fih launched a free rules of hockey app for ios and android smartphones. Field hockey school teachers and coaches may find it easier to study the key elements in the pdf rules book. In case of any inconsistency or discrepancy, the printed iihf version of the official rule book will take precedence and will prevail. International handball federation peter merianstrasse 23 p. Get all your guidelines and forms here, from guidelines for international transfers, dropadd forms, tryout notices and officials game reports. Ott imprimeur zone artisanale les pins f67310 wasselonne france foreword these rules of the game will take effect on august 1, 2005. The fih hockey pro league enables fans to go and see their favorite team play 8 games at home against the elite of international hockey, something which happens rather rarely in hockey where most international competition games are held though tournaments played in just one country. The international dwarf athletic federation idaf rule book was approved by president arthur dean on 24 september 2012. New york high school softball pitcher strikes out all 21 batters in.
These groups represent the efforts of the united states dekhockey federation and others who love the sport. The whitley warriors worheed and w logos are the property of whitley warriors ice hockey club. Proposed amendments for future years may be submitted per the provisions of part 18. Events in 2017 as an organized sport, dekhockey grew from its beginning i.
This is in my opinion rightfully its own rule and covered int the rule book. The game is played using roller skates, either inline skates such as found in inline hockey or quad skates such as found in rink hockey. Ice hockey rules define the parameters of the sport of ice hockey. Iihf home iihf international ice hockey federation. Before you make that commitment, you want to gather the answers to your questions. However, its only covered afaik in the nhl rule book, not the iihf rule book. F67310 wasselonne france foreword these rules of the game will take effect on august 1, 2005. Variations of these rules are used throughout the world depending on the size of facility, age of participants, and format of play 4 v 4, 5 v 5, etc.
International ice hockey federation new south wales. Below you can find the complete book in the pdf format. In australia, inline hockey australia is the national governing body for inline hockey. The rules of hockey apply to all levels of the game, and are effective from 1 january 2017 at international level. The competition takes place in the first half of the year. The international inlineskater hockey federation iishf is an international sporting federation that internationally organizes skater hockey.
The fih hockey pro league is the annual global league involving hockeys best national teams in the world, men and women. Photographs used in this website are and are used under licence by whitley warriors ice hockey club unless otherwise stated. The best team of the season having accumulated the highest number of points at the end of the league is crowned champion and receives the fih hockey pro league trophy. Information what does it mean to be a member of the u. Neighboring states keeping eyes on wyomings slow embrace of softball.
Based on recommendations made by the fih rules committee, the international hockey federation fih has released the rules of hockey 2017. Ca hockey canada referees case bookrule combination 20182020 5 official caserule book message from the hockey canada board of directors the rules which are contained in this book are the only rules which are to be used in the playing of hockey under the jurisdiction of hockey canada. The international hockey federation ihf is responsible for the rules of hockey. Rules and regulations iihf international ice hockey. International hockey federation, commonly known by the acronym fih, is the international governing body of field hockey and indoor field hockey. The sport is governed by several organizations including the international ice hockey federation iihf, the national hockey league nhl, hockey canada, usa hockey and others. From 1 january 2017 international hockey federation. The iihf, amateur and nhl rules evolved separately from amateur and professional canadian ice hockey rules of the early 1900s. The majority of ice hockey around the world is played under the umbrella of three organizations, hockey canada, usa hockey, and the international ice hockey federation, each with their own set of rules. Field hockey rules and regulations pdf 2020 download. The app details the official fih rules of hockey 2019, providing officials. We also provide answers to the most asked questions in the hockey faq guide.
Usa field hockey has established that the international hockey. The official website of hockey canada minor hockey, team. The iihf member national associations who we are president organization inside iihf marketing sustainability publications. Softball rules committee welcomes four new members. The international hockey federation fih as the governing body for international hockey, the fih is also responsible for the rules of the sport. Its headquarters are in lausanne, switzerland and the president is narinder batra.
The object of the game quite simply is to strike the ball with the hockey stick and knock it into the opponents hockey net 6 feet wide x 4 feet high, 1. The international ice hockey federation has a book of sport regulations to govern all iihf events. Rules and regulations iihf international ice hockey federation. International hockey federation sports event 11 photos. The fih hockey pro league is the annual global league involving hockey s best national teams in the world, men and women. Hockey canada controls a vast majority of ice hockey in canada, with a few exceptions. The latest iihf rule book was published on 1st july 2018 and is valid until the 20212022 season. Hockey canada is the national governing body for hockey in canada, working with its member branches and local minor hockey associations to grow the game at all levels, including minor hockey and canadas national teams. A few weeks ago i officiated a game again, iihf rule book and had the following situation. The international ice hockey federation gratefully acknowledges the following photographers for their cooperation in this iihf publication. Alabamas libby baker sets softball national record.
The rules of netball international netball federation. Today, the world ball hockey federation represents dekhockey. A rule book followed, based on standard hockey rules. The fih international hockey federation have published the new rules of indoor hockey, which will take effect internationally from 1st january 2017. Dwarf sports organizations are welcome to post the idaf rule book on their respective web sites. Penalties for boarding, checking from behind increase in high schoo.
Iihf official rule book iihf international ice hockey. Official rules iihf international ice hockey federation. They made revisions geared toward making the game safer. To download the latest version, please click on the link below. Included in this rule book are usa field hockeys 2019 modifications for domestic indoor hockey competitions as well as the complete list of the fihs rules of indoor. Ncaa field hockey follows the international hockey federations field hockey rule book. To abide by the standards set in the usdhf rule book. In the united states, hundreds of communities have organized many volunteer groups. Soon, dekhockey expanded to different parts of the united states and north to canada. This section is for those who would like to download the official rule book we recommend reading through the simplified guide to hockey rules and regulations first the portable document format may be useful once you are familiar with the basic version. International inline skater hockey federation official rule book 2018 2019 iishf official rule book v2019. These rule books are updated every two years with rule modifications and changes from the international hockey federation.
The official fih rulebook is published once every two years. Goaltender refers to the starting goaltender reentering the game at any point, the backup goaltender, a third goaltender, or a skater. All rule interpretations are those of the international playing rules. Rule 480 puck out of bounds this rule is not applicable in the iihf. The iihf rule book is used in both amateur and professional leagues worldwide. Iihf rule book iihf international ice hockey federation. The international ice hockey federation gratefully acknowledges the following photographers. The full rules and regulations for the sport can be found below. International inlineskater hockey federation wikipedia. Usa field hockey has established that the international hockey federation fih will be the ultimate authority for rules governing the sport of indoor hockey in the united states. A game is played by two teams, and each team is permitted to have 5 players. These forms are provided for the use of usa hockey registered junior tier i, ii and iii leagues and teams.
Hockey canada and usa hockey rulebooks are used in most amateur hockey in north america, and the iihf rulebook is used in both amateur and professional leagues. Included in this rule book are usa field hockey s 2019 modifications for domestic indoor hockey competitions as well as the complete list of the fihs rules of indoor. The latest iihf rule book was published on 14 november 2019 and is valid until the 20212022 season. If you would like to purchase a rules of netball book these are available from the national netball associations that are affiliated to inf or from the inf at the inf shop. The measurement must be taken from the playing surface to the top of the boards.
The rules remain at all times the property of the international netball federation and copies of the rules downloaded here are strictly not for sale or reprint. International ice hockey federation new south wales ice hockey. Both variants of skates are allowed by the iishf codebook 5. At the convenience of the touch of a button, you can be sure to have the. These will formally come into effect for international hockey from 1st january 2017, with national associations free to choose the date. The nhls rule book is the basis for the rule books of most north american professional leagues. Below you can download the rules for each format of the game. As the international governing body for hockey, we are responsible for the rules of outdoor hockey 11 aside, indoor hockey, hockey5s, beach and paraid hockey.
National fastpitch softball coach of the year 2017. The rules define the size of the hockey rink where a game is played, the playing and safety equipment, the game definition, including. For added safety, hockey gloves and helmets are recommended, and in fact are mandatory for play in many of our member leagues. Usa field hockey outdoor and indoor rule books are available for purchase.