In addition, parts i and ii of the football rules examination, along with the game officials mechanics examinations, may be used by those responsible for training game officials. Stripes located on the football must be adjacent to and perpendicular to the seam upon which the laces are stitched. The pitcher determines when she is properly warmed. Nfhs football rules interpretations 201516 situation 1. Click here for the 2015 football rules interpretations. The committee cleared the way for state associations and their member schools to. 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. Contains the official rules for football and are designed to explain all aspects of the sport. Spearing is an act by an offensive or defensive player who initiates contact against any opponent with the top of his helmet to the body of an opponent. Spearing is an act by any player who initiates contact against an opponent at the shoulders or below with the crown top portion of hisher helmet. Ebooks are available via itunes and amazon, while print publications can be purchased on nfhs. The nfhs will assist in answering rules questions from the state. Prior to the game, the head coach is responsible for verifying that the players are legally equipped and will not use illegal equipment. Nfhs rules skilllevel and agelevel appropriate, the rules may be modified by any orga nization that.
The normal kicking rules and restrictions are not in effect during an illegal kick. For your convenience, nfhs offers rules and case books in multiple formats. Be sure to check with your schools athletic director along with your state. Nfl rulebook 2019 official nfl rulebook pdf rule quizzes tough quiz. Nfhs to halt printing of spring sports rules publications. The prohibition against contacting a player who has given a valid faircatch signal ceases if the kick is muffed. Nfhs football rules is the sole and exclusive source.
Requests for rule interpretations or explanations should be directed to the osaa. In addition, parts i and ii of the football rules examination, along with the. Added that commercial advertising is not permitted on the ball. The mission of the nchsaa is to provide governance and leadership for interscholastic athletic programs that support and enrich the educational experience of students. Sixplayer rules differences rule 6 clarification from a 2014 rules change on freekick formation.
Reviewed in the united states on june 16, 2015 verified purchase this book provides invaluable rule information about high school football, including points of emphasis on current hot topics in football including concussions, prevention of injury, illegal helmet contact, etc. College football seasons 2015 nfhs boys lacrosse rules book 2014 nfhs boys lacrosse. Football rules changes 2020 by nfhs on april 02, 2020 football. November 1, 2015 2016 nfhs football rules committee meeting january 2224, 2016 indianapolis, in. Continuing the focus of risk minimization, the definition for the illegal helmet contact act of spearing was revised. Electronic versions of the 2015 nfhs football rules and case book are now available for purchase as ebooks. Apple, android and kindle users can buy ebooks from and view them through the kindle app. Win at fantasy football in 2016 with the ultimate strategies and tactics football outsiders almanac 2016. 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. The national federation of state high school associations is the only source of official high school interpretations.
State high school associations generally conduct a series of rules. Football rules book, case book, handbook, simplified and illustrated rules, rules by topic, preseason guide and rules interpretations, as well as a powerpoint presentation. Nfhs approves football rules changes coach and athletic. Spearing is an act by any player who initiates contact against an. All required field markings must be clearly visible. It is our intention to continually update this site, and we encourage you to visit sideline frequently for new and valuable information the nfhs football rules committee meets annually in january to discuss rules change. Any person having questions about the interpretation of nfhs football rules should contact the football rules interpreter designated by his or her state high school association. The definition of a scrimmagekick formation was clarified to differentiate.
They are made and published by the nfhs in response to situations presented. Trying to find a searchable pdf copy of both the 2016 rulebook and a 2016 rules differences document ncaa vs. Promoting activities programs through showcase events. In the exam situations, arefers to the offensive team and brefers to their opponents the defensive team. The definition of a scrimmagekick formation was clarified to differentiate formations that have been used traditionally for. Targeting may be called for contact against any opponent, including the runner.
We believe you will find the information useful and utilize the resources to stay informed. While this may sound like a simple concept, the game of football. Nfl rulebook 2019 official nfl rulebook pdfrule quizzes tough quiz. Added authority to the referee to correct the number of the next down. 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. Since 2015, the defense can score two points on an extrapoint try by blocking a kick.
Penalty summary revised the penalty summary to reflect the 2015 nfhs football rules changes. The definition of spearing was revised to continue the focus on minimizing risk of injury. In most states, the nfhs rule book serves as the foundational rules. The essential guide to the 2016 nfl and college football seasons 2015 nfhs boys lacrosse rules book 2014 nfhs boys lacrosse. The mission of the nchsaa is to provide governance and leadership for interscholastic athletic programs that support and. Improperly equipped player shall be replaced for at least one down. No other model football rules interpretations should be considered. The national federation of state high school associations recently modified its rules for football in the organizations ongoing effort to reduce the risk of player injury. When a pitcher is removed from the pitching position by rule or injury, her replacement who has not yet pitched in the game may have how many warmup pitches.
High school associations writes playing rules for varsity competition among studentathletes of high. Inspiring individuals, encouraging excellence through education based athletics. The nfhs approved a handful of rules changes for prep football. In a, b and c, if the penalty for the illegal kick is declined, it will be as ball first and 10 from the yard line where the ball became dead. National federation of state high school associations. Shoulder to the head targeting is an act of taking aim and initiating contact to an opponent above the shoulders with the helmet, forearm, hand, fist, elbow or shoulders. A proud university of alabama alumni, mcphilomy teaches health and physical education in jacksonville, florida in addition to officiating football, basketball and lacrosse. State rules interpreters may contact the nfhs for model football rules interpretations. National federation of state high school associations 2015 football rules reminders. Simply stated in 2004 to simplify the rules and prevent looking all over the rulebook to find answers. Not having much luck searching online where everything that im finding is 2014 or 2015. Topic, preseason guide and rules interpretations, as well as a powerpoint presentation. In its ongoing effort to minimize the risk of injury in high school football, the national federation of state high school associations nfhs football rules committee expanded the provisions of unnecessary roughness to include contact with a defenseless player. The nfhs is the sole and exclusive source of model interpretations of nfhs football rules.
Spearing is an act by any player who initiates contact against an opponent at the shoulders or below with the crown top portion of their helmet. National federation of state high school associations football. The ball cannot have commercial advertising added to the surface. The nfhs football rules committee meets annually in january to discuss rules change proposals, editorial changes and points of emphasis for the following season.
Arbitersports baseball 2019 nfhs baseball preseason guide. Continuing the focus of risk minimization, the definition for the illegal helmet contact act of. The only permissible items on the ball are the ball manufacturers name andor logo. K refers to the kicking team and rrefers to the receiving team. Montana high school association 1 south dakota ave helena, mt 59601 4064426010 fax 4064428250 2015 nfhs football rules changes 2201c spearing definition revised. The kick is illegal and the resulting loose ball is treated in the same manner as a fumble. Welcome to sideline, the homepage for nfhs football game officials information.