Football rules changes 2019 by nfhs on may 16, 2019 football. Indianapolis, in july 2, 20 the installation of pole vault planting box padding permitted under rule 7524 will be a requirement in high school track and field beginning with the 201415 season. The nfhs, based in indianapolis, indiana, is the national leadership organization for high school sports and. Nfhs laws of the game and other resources are available at all players must weigh in on game days prior. Rule change permissible items on balls rule 1h new. Clock will start and stop when team b is awarded a new series, or a new series is awarded either team following a legal kick.
In what has been a long time coming the national federation of state high school associations nfhs has released the longawaited guidelines from their concussion summit in july. Mandatory for all high school and middle school football beginning with the 2016 football season. Nfhs rulebooks categories 2020 baseball rules book price. Football national federation of state high school associations. Click here for the 2020 nfhs football rules changes press release. National federation of state high school associations 2012 nfhs football rules changes. Seven high school athletic administrators to be inducted into niaa.
This powerpoint presentation from the national federation of. This football case book has been designated as the official supplement to the football rules book by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs. Alltime 35 sioux falls washington, sd 190576 32 little rock central, ar 190704. National federation of state high school associations, 1981. Seven former standout athletes headline 2020 class of national high. The rules book, which can be ordered online, outlines the new cheerleading rules for 2014, addressing everything from transitions to partner stunts and dismounts. The prohibition against contacting a player who has given a valid faircatch signal ceases if the kick is muffed. National federation of state high school associations. Nfhs football rules book 2010 national federation of state high school associations on. For your convenience, nfhs offers rules and case books in multiple formats. The rules book, which can be ordered online, outlines the new. High school football makes major rule changes for player.
This change to allow intentional walks was enacted to align fast pitch and slow pitch rules, to keep up with current trends of the sport, and also to maximize the flow of the game. 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. Nfhs releases cheerleading rules for 20142015 cheersafe. 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. Welcome to sideline, the homepage for nfhs football game officials information. 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 only permissible items on the ball are the ball manufacturers name andor logo. Elliot hopkins, mld, caa, 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. During an animated discussion, he bumps the plate umpire. All nonvarsity football 7th8th, jr high and sr b games will be played with the clock stopping and starting by the 199596 football rules. Elimination of clipping in freeblocking zone continues risk minimization in high school football by cody porter on february 17, 2016 the elimination of clipping from high school football is the latest attempt to reduce the risk of injury made by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs football rules committee. The national federation of state high school associations nfhs is the body that writes the rules of competition for most high school sports and activities in the united states. High school associations 2017 nfhs football rules powerpoint.
This powerpoint presentation from the national federation. The nfhs is basically the governing body that most, if not all, states look to when implementing rule changes in sports, policies for participation and for sports. Pitcher may remain or reenter the game at another position per substitution rule. 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. This powerpoint presentation from the national federation of state high school associations nfhs covers the following. We believe you will find the information useful and utilize the resources to stay informed. Rule change permissible items on balls rule 1h new the ball may contain only the following permissible.
State high school associations generally conduct a series of rules interpretation meetings, at which attendance is required for those game officials who. 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. Added that commercial advertising is not permitted on the ball. National federation of state high school associations, indianapolis, in. The following football points of emphasis was selected by the nfhs football rules committee for the 2012 high school football season. A head coach is upset about a close call at home plate.
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. The case book is universally used by game officials who are interested. Unless otherwise amended below, the current years nfhs national federation of state high school association laws of the game shall apply. Nfhss headquarters are located in white river state park in indianapolis, indiana. The nfhs football rules committee meets annually in january to discuss rules change proposals, editorial changes and points of emphasis for the following season. Nfhs foundation po box 690 indianapolis, in 46206 3179726900 making a difference for 10 million student participants. Click here for the 2020 nfhs football rules changes. National federation of state high school associations membership 50 member state associations and d. National federation of state high school associations restricted to the benchdugout rule 331 penalty for any minor violation of rule 331f, 15, gk, the offending coach will receive a written warning and will be restricted to the benchdugout for the remainder of the game. National federation of state high school associations nfhs national federation of state high school associations nfhs located in indianapolis, in est.
Rule 241 because the receiver did not touch the ground inbounds, the pass. National federation of state high school associations basketball. These six football points of emphasis need to be stressed to all coaches, game officials, players, parents, school administrators, appropriate healthcare. The coach, pitcher or catcher of the defensive team may request an intentional walk either before or during the pitch count. All rules changes were subsequently approved by the nfhs board of directors. 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. This was one of rules changes approved by the more. Rules by topic national federation of state high school associations nfhs, bob colgate on. Foreword this football case book has been designated as the official supplement to the football rules book by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs. High school football makes major rule changes for player safety. 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 school age. Nfhs laws of the game and other resources are available at 1.
National federation of state high school associations nfhs. Nfhs reaches more than 19,000 high schools and 12 million participants in high school activity programs, including more than 7. The head coach must remove the pitcher when said pitcher reaches the pitching limit below. Its also the perfect time for school cheerleading coaches and administrators to order their copies of the national federation of state high school associations 20142015 spirit rules book which has just been released. The nfhs is the sole and exclusive source of model. At least thirty minutes prior to the start of the game all visiting and home team players, as. National federation of state high school associations 2018. They are made and published by the nfhs in response to situations presented.
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. Trying to find a searchable pdf copy of both the 2016 rulebook and a 2016 rules differences document ncaa vs. Watch coverage of boys and girls high school sports and activities across the country at. National federation baseball rules mandatory provision to. National federation of state high school associations home. In addition to the most up to date rules, coaches will find passages on education, minimizing risk, concussions, and overuse injuries. Ebooks are available via itunes and amazon, while print publications can be purchased on. Nfhs develops concussion guidelines for football the. High school football just made two major rule changes for player safety the national federation of state high school associations formally eliminated the blindside block and popup onside kicks.
The national federation of state high school associations is the only source of official high school interpretations. Just found out that i may be assigned to a crew regularly working in a league using nfhs rules this fall. Nfhs football rules interpretations 201516 situation 1. The ball cannot have commercial advertising added to the surface. Elliot hopkins, mld, caa, 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. Nfhs soccer goalpost requirements as of may 5, 2010. Rule change gloves rules 15 note, 152b gloves are now required to carry either the national operating.