Please note the eiha does use the iihf case book for interpretation guidance. The official aihl rule book amateur athletic union. Click here for more information on the iihf world ranking system. At no time is contact initiated by a skater with an opposing goaltender acceptable. Introduction the iihf case book is a supplement to the iihf official rule book. A maximum of 18 players and 2 goalkeepers can be dressed and on the game sheet. It is comprised of rule interpretations and clarifications, referee and linesmen guidelines, techniques and instructions.
No internal or external padding is allowed on the pants leg or waist to provide protection i. The isbhf wishes to express his gratitude to the iihf for using the iihf rules as a basis for the new isbhf. The aihl may make changes and adjustments to the rulebook at any time during the season. Situations often develop during the course of a game that require. Rule 635 spearing note spearing is the act of poking, stabbing, or attempting to poke or stab an opponent with the tip of the blade of the stick while holding the stick with one or both hands. In addition to the onice officials, every game at iihf championships and events is overseen by a referee supervisor and possibly a disciplinary panel or representative thereof. National hockey league games are played on a rectangular hockey rink with rounded corners surrounded by walls and plexiglas. The third goalkeeper can be added to a game following the. A series of rule changes has been approved by the international ice hockey federation iihf at the governing bodys semiannual congress in marbella. Electronic game book erstebank eishockey liga ebel, alps hockey league ahl, erste bank young stars league ebysl, erste bank juniors league ebjl, eu rookie cup eurc 10 goalkeeper skates measurement. Wears his equipment or visor in a way that may cause an injury to an opponent. The division i a and division i b tournaments represent the second and the third tier of the iihf world u18 championship. This section is for those who would like to download the official rule book.
Penalties for boarding, checking from behind increase in high schoo. The international ice hockey federation gratefully acknowledges the following photographers for their cooperation in this iihf publication. Rule 511 goalkeeper penalty procedure no such restricted area in the iihf. Game rosters are set with a maximum of 20 players and 2 goalkeepers per team. The iihf also published a rule book for inline hockey. International ice hockey federation new south wales. Iihf event do so with the understanding and respect of these rules and agree to abide by them at all times.
Hockey rule book, the rule book may be purchased from the office of ice hockey australia. Any suspensions, penalties or fines applied under special rules for senior b divisions are not able to be appealed. The following pages contain the contents of the international ice hockey federation official rule book. Below you can find the complete book in the pdf format. Click here to download the iihfs rule book and sport regulations.
Teams are permitted to enter a maximum of 22 players and 3 goalkeepers into the 2014 olympic winter games mens tournament. Only the captain or alternate captain may wait at the crease. The iihf official rule book is applicable to all iihf competitions, olympic competitions and qualifications thereto and all other international games as established by the iihf and as defined by iihf bylaw 0. The iihf player transfer program using itcs is a service to member national associations and performs a key role in the iihf player eligibility responsibilities for participation in iihf championships or olympic winter games competitions. Ca hockey canada referees case book rule combination 20182020 5 official case rule 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.
Hockey canada is not too much different from usa hockey. The international ice hockey federation has a book of sport regulations to govern all iihf events. Iihf rule offence penalty suspension proper authorities. The iihf case book is a supplement to the iihf official rule book. In case of advertising allowed on the boards, the lines shall at least be marked on the kick plate. The nhl is considered to be the premier professional ice hockey league in the world, and one of the major professional sports leagues in the united states and canada. Late hit rule by the iihf player safety committee, as well as a summary of the primary major changes to the iihf rule book. According to iihf rule book rule 551 russian coach oleg znarok must get a match penalty. This section is for those who would like to download the official rule book we recommend reading through the simplified guide to ice hockey rules and regulations first the portable document format may be. The entire width of the line shall be considered as part of the zone that the ball is in. The referee may not allow the game to start or to continue unless the above is complied with. Iihf ice hockey official rule book pdf download option. After successful outings the first two seasons, the program is becoming a mainstay in the iihf repertoire. Many were on the table the iihf received 86 proposals for changes to the rulebook.
The iihf consists of member nations which, when they join, recognize the need to participate under a codified system of rules based on sportsmanship, regardless of level of play or location of game. In case of any inconsistency or discrepancy, the printed iihf version of the official rule book will take precedence and will prevail. To download the latest version, please click on the link below. Player eligibility rules for participation in iihf.
Ice hockey basic rules by hemal jhaveri authorstream. A goaltender cannot be captain or alternate captain for his team during a game. Information olympic international ice hockey federation iihf. Ice hockey basic rules by hemal jhaveri slideshare. Electronic game book erstebank eishockey liga ebel, alps hockey league ahl, erste bank young stars league ebysl, erste bank juniors league ebjl, eu rookie cup eurc. The isbhf wishes to express his gratitude to the iihf for using the iihf rules as a basis for the new isbhf rules. In addition to the onice officials, every game at iihf championships and events is overseen by a. These may not be altered in any way without consent from an iihf representative. Iihf rule book international ice hockey federation. The teams submit the names of the participating players at the first championship directorate. Penalty for violation of this rule is a bench minor penalty. The iihf video goal judge system guidelines outline the technical specifications and operation of the system used major iihf championships for the video goal judge and coaches challenge. Nhliihf major rule differences international ice hockey.
The iihf rule book applies to all iihf competitions and international games. Once a change has been made that change will apply from that date forward. The maximum number of players allowed on a team registration form is 20 skaters and 3 goalies. The latest iihf rule book was published on 1st july 2018 and is valid until the 20212022 season. Once again, the iihf is sending its show on the road, well at least its officials that run the show. Furthermore the thanks of the isbhf goes to the cbha for her support to the authors of this rulebook. Languages in case of differences between the english original version of these rules and any translation, the english. We recommend reading through the simplified guide to ice hockey rules and regulations first.
The isbhf wishes to express his gratitude to the iihf for using the iihf rules as a basis. Of the top 4 iron man streaks in nhl history, 3 of them ended due to reasons other than injury doug jarvis lol he just retired before he could get hurt garry unger he got hurt, but even this one is bizarre because he dressed for the next 2 weeks anyways till one day, he was dressed but did not play a single second, which. As per the iihf rule book on page rule 105 paragraph c 2. Isbhf rules page 11 on open air rinks, all of the lines and faceoff spots outlined in rules 112 and 1 shall be marked by two lines 5 cm wide. It is based on the rankings of the four most recent iihf ice hockey world championships and of the last olympic mens ice hockey tournament including qualification tournaments. The videos below have also been developed to provide a visual aid on how changes to the rule book will be officiated moving forward. Player eligibility rules for participation in iihf championships and olympic competitions it is the objective of the iihf that national teams competing in iihf championships shall reflect the status and standard of the sport as currently played by both citizens of and. City press berlin jukka rautio dave sandford gerry thomas the iihf rule book applies to all iihf competitions and international games. Goaltender pants are produced by an iihf supplier to specific iihf guidelines. As a result, the goaltender can never be reasonably responsible for expecting a bodycheck. Both groups are the national rule making bodies for their respective countries. The contents of the iihf international transfer regulations have been updated. The iihf official rule book is applicable to all iihf.
The portable document format may be useful once you are familiar with the basic version. Iihf rule offence penalty suspension proper authorities and. Situations often develop during the course of a game that. May 29, 2014 the iihf has some rule changes coming this fall. Hockey canada import player rule change proposed october 29, 2012 8. The iihf will once more focus the attention of all iihf game officials, iihf referee supervisors, iihf game supervisors and iihf directorate chairmen to strictly follow the guidelines concerning the protection of iihf game official described in the rule 550 and 551 of the 2010 2014 iihf rule book. Information ogqmd international ice hockey federation iihf. Jan 11, 2016 ice hockey basic rules by hemal jhaveri. Apr 22, 2010 introduction the iihf case book is a supplement to the iihf official rule book.
Referees crease for the rule please refer to your iihf rule book. All the teams who play within the english ice hockey association eiha do so under the international ice hockey federation iihf rules and rule bulletins. It also provides players, team officials, and the media with clarification of the playing rules. Rule 182 goaltender as captain or alternate captain i. The eiha will also, from time to time, issue its own rules bulletins, covering inhouse rules and. The minimum age for inline hockey participation is 16 as of january.
Nhl, the nhl shield, the word mark and image of the stanley cup, the stanley cup playoffs logo, the stanley cup final logo, center. International ice hockey federation new south wales ice hockey. Russian coach says throatslashing gesture meant he. Login forgot my password please login or register to view this page. Special rules for senior b divisions new south wales ice hockey.