Aug 17, 2015 steve horgan, director of umpiring for usa field hockey conducts an outdoor and an indoor rules briefing annually. Fih announces changes to the rules of hockey england hockey. They are available for worldwide adoption and effective at international level from 1st january 2015. International hockey federation rue du valentin 61 ch1004 lausanne, switzerland tel. These will formally come into effect for international hockey from 1st january 2017, with national associations free to choose the date. Use the search bar above or click on sections to navigate the vast hockey resources including rules, descriptions, casebook examples and videos. National associations have discretion to decide the date of implementation at national level.
Changes include own goal and more august 30th, 2012 the fih has published its 20 edition of the outdoor hockey rulebook, which is now available to read and download on the fih website rules page. Usa hockey board approves stronger rules to curtail. The app, which will be constantly updated to reflect approved rule and regulations amendments, also includes helpful quizzes to help users learn about the rules that govern the game of hockey. Rules changes one of the objectives of the fih and therefore of the hockey rules board is to decrease the number and duration of interruptions to the. Below is what the fih rules committee wrote under the heading rule changes in 2011 in the rules of hockey when forcing was deleted as a stand alone offence. The fih is also responsible for organizing the hockey rules board and developing. This new rule in 2010 speeds up the play of the game. For the years 20102014 the iihf rule book is valid. Field hockey canada encourages our member clubs, teams, and officials to begin experimenting with. Jun 21, 2011 a how to for decreasing the bow of a stick to pass the new fih rule.
The option to purchase a usa field hockey outdoor andor indoor rule book can be found below. The usa hockey mobile rulebook is the digital version of the current usa hockey rulebook. The rules and history of hockey from the first time field hockey players in northern europe played on frozen lakes more than 500 years ago, to the day in 1892 that the english governor general of canada, lord stanley of preston, began to offer a silver bowl to the best amateur team, to today, the rules of the game have been evolving, and they are not necessarily the same every. Rule references usa hockey officiating rulebook mobile site. New fih rules of hockey free hit field hockey canada. The impression is given that the rules and especially the interpretations of rule originate in briefings and the fih. The fih believes hockey is enjoyable to play, officiate in and watch. Mobanode, who have created similar products for other sports including rugby and cricket, were commissioned to develop the app for hockey. This book is the singular source for the rules of the game. We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. Basic field hockey rules page 4 of 4 bully a bully takes place to restart a game when time or play has been stopped for an injury or for any other reason and no penalty has been awarded. This section is for those who would like to download the official rule book.
A how to for decreasing the bow of a stick to pass the new fih rule. Alliance manual of operations minor hockey alliance of ontario. Field hockey is a widely played team sport of the hockey family. To conduct interprovincial and international contests of amateur hockey. The next rules of hockey will take affect from 1 may 2009 and the full set of rules will be published as soon as possible. Usa hockey board approves stronger rules to curtail fighting in junior hockey. Click on the following links for a summary of rule changes for the 20092010 and 20102011 seasons as well as the complete usa hockey rulebook and casebook. To establish and maintain uniform playing rules for amateur hockey. In recent years, the nfhs rules have moved closer to fih, but in 2011 a new rule requiring. Based on recommendations made by the fih rules committee, the international hockey federation fih has released the rules of hockey 2017.
As with soccer, the basic principle of field hockey is goal scoring. Mini hockey rules 201011 page 8 uk mini hockey rules 201011 rule 1 teams a. The rules of hockey apply to all hockey players and of. The referees case bookrule combination is up to date as of may 2010 and will take effect at the beginning of the 201011 hockey season. Alliance hockey belongs to the ontario hockey federation and hockey canada each participant is insured through hockey canada ice hockey seems like a rough sport what are the chances of my son or daughter getting injured.
Works in cooperation with both the national and continental organizations. All outdoor rule modification, amendments or adjustments will be posted below. However, in exceptional circumstances the international hockey federation fih retains the right to make changes which. Hockey handbook, seven oaks minor hockey association coaches manual, national coaching certification program hockey 2000 program. 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. To foster and encourage the sport of amateur hockey in canada. The app details the official fih rules of hockey 2017, providing officials, players and fans with an easytouse and accessible resource. Interesting facts and sports stories sports trivia 1 bill oneill. Covering the mustknow for both players and umpires including a quiz feature and videos. It has been launched with a view to replace printed rule books previously distributed from fihs headquarters in lausanne. The rules of indoor hockey are issued by the hockey rules board under the authority of the international.
Alliance recreational hockey has a rule where there is no body checking. News, regulations, events and results, coaching, umpire and medical information. The jerseys are the property of dakota community club and must be returned at the end of the. Outdoor hockey 11 aside get the interactive fih rules of hockey app now. Usa hockey board approves stronger rules to curtail fighting.
Many are usually confused between field hockey and ice hockey, today, were going to iron out all the confusion between them. Hockey canada has 12 branches, one of which is the hockey manitoba. Many are usually confused between field hockey and ice hockey, today. Whilst that is the most significant rule change, several others will also come into effect on 1 january 2016. New fih rules of hockey free hit february 26, 2009 the international hockey federation fih has released the revised free hit rules because of the great interest in them. It is important to always be familiar with the rules and regulations of the competition in which you are playing. The changes in this edition of the rules essentially seek to simplify the game without altering its. Rules book, a loud and distinctive whistle, a stop watch. There are expected to be a few more details to this that were not immediately released by usa hockey, but this rule alone is an important first step toward curtailing fighting and i believe one day they will take it a step further with automatic game misconducts.
The international hockey federation fih confirmed india as the host country, 1 and announced new delhi as the host city on february 4, 2011. Gryphon hockey decreasing the bow to pass new fih rule. Steve horgan, director of umpiring for usa field hockey conducts an outdoor and an indoor rules briefing annually. Dec 18, 2014 fih has today published the latest rules of hockey agreed at the executive board meeting at the fih congress on 30th october 2014. The rules of indoor hockey apply to all indoor hockey players and of. These changes included the incorporation of the previous fih tournament regulations that related to.
The rules are issued by the hockey rules board under the authority of the international hockey federation. Basic field hockey rules page 3 of 4 sideins a sidein is awarded when the ball goes out of bounds over a sideline. The officials rules of ice hockey is the essential resource for players, coaches, referees, parents and fans. Fih announces rule changes to indoor hockey south african. The rules of paraid hockey are below, together with a short version of these rules. Alliance hockey, through their member association, offers recreational hockey for first time participants. The handbook is broken into sections to make the file sizes smaller. The dodge caravan kids program is a joint effort between participating minor hockey associations and chrysler, dodge, jeep, ram and fiat retailers. This follows a recommendation from the fih athletes committee who thought that there. One of these relates to attacking free pushes within three metres of the edge of the line. Rules of hockey including explanations effective from 1. Field hockey canada encourages our member clubs, teams, and officials to. 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.
The 2019 edition of the rulebook, which comes into effect on january. At the convenience of the touch of a button, you can be sure to have the latest rules of outdoor hockey onthego. The umb often contains rule interpretation which cannot be an interpretation of rule text within the rule book because there is no text in the rule book that could possibly be interpreted in the way suggested. The ball is placed on the sideline where it went out of bounds. Included are usa hockey s official playing rules and interpretations, referee signals and detailed rink diagrams. It is important to note that national associations have discretion to decide the date of their implementation at national level. This follows a recommendation from the fih athletes committee who thought that there should be a consistent approach between outdoor and indoor. Jan 31, 2020 works in cooperation with both the national and continental organizations. The fih has released the latest rules of hockey agreed at the executive board meeting at the fih congress on 30th october 2014. Rules change guidance in late 2014, the international hockey federation fih announced some changes to the rules of hockey.
We recommend reading through the simplified guide to hockey rules and regulations first. The organization revealed that its playing membership was at an alltime high of 519,417, which is more than 8,000 players better than the previous high set in 2011 12 more on the growth in a future post. Each branch has jurisdiction over several local associations. Clarified the coachs responsibility for their players to be properly and legally equipped. The official rules of ice hockey is the essential resource for player s, coach es, referees, parents and fans. The international hockey federation fih confirmed india as the host country, and announced new delhi as the host city on february 4, 2011. The usa hockey mobile rulebook is the digital version of. The goal of dodge caravan kids is to help enrich the game of hockey for. This website is powered by the sportsengine platform, but is owned by and subject to the usa hockey officiating rulebook mobile site privacy policy. Referees case bookrule combination hockey nova scotia. The portable document format may be useful once you are familiar with the basic version.
The international hockey federation fih has announced changes to the rules of hockey, specifically rule. The date of implementation for international competition is 1 may 2009. For fouls on the team taking the sidein, the opposing team is awarded a free hit. We update our rulebook every two years so its worth checking you have the latest version. Apr 15, 2009 new fih rules of hockey free hit february 26, 2009 the international hockey federation fih has released the revised free hit rules because of the great interest in them. Well not look to bore you with the intricate details so weve singled out the 10 crucial rules you have to know to kick start your field hockey journey. One helpful interpretation would be to state the rule that used to be xyz in years before 201x, but due to concerns with head injuries for example, the nhl changed the rule to require.
Dodge caravan kids celebrating hockey, coast to coast. Pretournament briefing meeting with tournament director 5. The rules of hockey apply to all levels of the game, and are effective from 1 january 2017 at international level. The fih will be promoting beach hockey as a complementary version of the sport to traditional 11aside hockey, indoor hockey and hockey5s. Fih releases new rules of hockey field hockey canada. The ball may be raised as long as it is not dangerous and into a player. Clarified that all eye protection shall be permanently labeled by january 1, 2019. If you continue without changing your settings well assume that you are happy to receive all cookies on the fih website.
Included are usa hockeys official playing rules and interpretations, referee signals and detailed rink diagrams. Jun 10, 2014 usa hockey s annual congress was held in colorado springs, colo. The 2011 mens hockey champions trophy, officially known as the owen g glenn fih mens champions trophy, was the 33rd edition of the champions trophy mens field hockey tournament. Please note that the sections are listed according to order in the handbook. The players are divided into two teams with each attempting to get a ball into the others goal. Alliance manual of operations minor hockey alliance of. The 20192020 minnesota hockey handbook is available via the links below. Clarified that the coach is responsible for the players to be properly and legally equipped and if not compliant, the coach will receive a misconduct penalty. Information about the availability of the rules on the fih website and about the purchase of rules books is included at the end of this publication. Every sport has its own set of rules and regulations and hockey is no exception. The iihf rule book has more than 100 pages and it describes all details of the ice hockey see the iihf rule book in the pdf format.
The fih believes hockey is enjoyable to play, officiate in. Below is information on where these programs can be found, what is involved in terms of approximate costs, number of games and programming. The rules are issued by the hockey rules board under. Sep 11, 2015 whilst that is the most significant rule change, several others will also come into effect on 1 january 2016.
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