Each state high school association adopting these nfhs football rules is the sole and exclusive source of binding rules interpretations for contests involving its. The committee cleared the way for state associations and their member schools to. Nfhs adds new rule changes for football stateline sports. National federation of state high school associations 2015 football rules reminders. Nfl rulebook 2019 official nfl rulebook pdfrule quizzes tough quiz. Since 2015, the defense can score two points on an extrapoint try by blocking a kick. Win at fantasy football in 2016 with the ultimate strategies and tactics football outsiders almanac 2016. Nfhs football rules each state high school association adopting these.
K refers to the kicking team and rrefers to the receiving team. State high school associations generally conduct a series of rules. The essential guide to the 2016 nfl and college football seasons 2015 nfhs boys lacrosse rules book 2014 nfhs boys lacrosse. Nfhs approves football rules changes coach and athletic. 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. Spearing is an act by any player who initiates contact against an. Football information 2016 nfhs football rules online state interpreters meeting july 19, 2016 2.
Electronic versions of the 2015 nfhs football rules and case book are now available for purchase as ebooks. Sixplayer rules differences rule 6 clarification from a 2014 rules change on freekick formation. A current list of nfhs authenticated products can be found on the website, h. Nfhs to halt printing of spring sports rules publications. This powerpoint presentation from the national federation of.
According to the 2015 16 nfhs high school athletics participation survey, football is the most popular sport for boys at the high school level with 1,083,308 participants in 11player football. Previously, there was no provision for substitutes to enter the field of play during this type of stoppage. Promoting activities programs through showcase events. Football rules changes 2015 by on january 21, 2016 football. This powerpoint presentation from the national federation.
The prohibition against contacting a player who has given a valid faircatch signal ceases if the kick is muffed. College football seasons 2015 nfhs boys lacrosse rules book 2014 nfhs boys lacrosse. Revision to manuals content from 2015 for 2016 the ghsa football officials manual has kept the new format introduced with the major 20 revision. A proud university of alabama alumni, mcphilomy teaches health and physical education in jacksonville, florida in addition to officiating football, basketball and lacrosse. Nfhs football rules interpretations 201516 situation 1. For your convenience, nfhs offers rules and case books in multiple formats. Once again, the nfhs football rules committee has chosen to emphasize the head and helmet as a point of emphasis for the 2012 season.
No other model football rules interpretations should be considered. The mission of the nchsaa is to provide governance and leadership for interscholastic athletic programs that support and. State rules interpreters may contact the nfhs for model football rules interpretations. In addition, parts i and ii of the football rules examination, along with the. 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. A free blocking zone three yards deep on either side of the neutral zone and four yards laterally form a 6 x 8yard zone. Rule 153c8 true false correct 29 it is an unauthorized conference if a players goes near the sideline between downs to communicate with coaches. National federation of state high school associations football. Nfl rulebook 2019 official nfl rulebook pdf rule quizzes tough quiz.
The nfhs has been at the forefront of national sports organizations in emphasizing the. Since the clock is stopped when bench personnel are cautioned or disqualified, substitutes from both teams who have already reported may be beckoned by the referee and may enter the field of play. Concussions statement which shall be kept on file with. We believe you will find the information useful and utilize the resources to stay informed. 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 focus of the manual remains shifted away from detailed explanations of specific coverage to be given, by position, in each of several predefined situations to more. Nfhs medical release form for wrestler to participate with skin lesions. The definition of a scrimmagekick formation was clarified to differentiate formations that have been used traditionally for. Nfhs football rules each state high school association adopting these nfhs football rules is the sole and exclusive source of binding rules interpretations for contests involving its member schools. Continuing the focus of risk minimization, the definition for the illegal helmet contact act of spearing was revised.
Any person having questions about the interpretation of nfhs football rules should contact the football rules interpreter designated by his. Football rules book, case book, handbook, simplified and illustrated rules, rules by topic, preseason guide and rules interpretations, as well as a powerpoint presentation. Ebooks are available via itunes and amazon, while print publications can be purchased on nfhs. Welcome to sideline, the homepage for nfhs football game officials information.
The definition of a scrimmagekick formation was clarified to differentiate. Inspiring individuals, encouraging excellence through education based athletics. The following are the 20 nfhs football rules changes in. A waiver of rule 151, player uniforms, for the 20152017 seasons. The case book is universally used by game officials who are interested in football game administration, by coaches and instructors as a textbook for directed study by football squads, and in sports officiating courses. In the exam situations, arefers to the offensive team and brefers to their opponents the defensive team. Two points of emphasis were addressed by the nfhs football rules committee for the 2015 football. Simply stated in 2004 to simplify the rules and prevent looking all over the rulebook to find answers. The national federation of state high school associations is the only source of official high school interpretations. November 1, 2015 2016 nfhs football rules committee meeting january 2224, 2016.
In addition, parts i and ii of the football rules examination, along with the game officials mechanics examinations, may be used by. In most states, the nfhs rule book serves as the foundational rules. Rule 981f note true false correct 30 the restrictions on players being in the team box extend from the 35yard line to the 35yard line. Concussions continue to be a focus of attention in football at all levels of competition. Not having much luck searching online where everything that im finding is 2014 or 2015. High school football just made two major rule changes for. For comments on the 2012 rules changes, see page 87 123h, restrictions have been removed for corporate advertising and 123l new markings on the field of play. The most notable change is expanding the provisions of unnecessary roughness to include contact with a defenseless player. 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.
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. Contains the official rules for football and are designed to explain all aspects of the sport. High school football just made two major rule changes for player safety. Topic, preseason guide and rules interpretations, as well as a powerpoint presentation. Case plays and other interpretations will be made available when received. Indianapolis new rules on blindside blocking are the most recent steps taken by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs football rules committee in minimizing the risks associated with the sport the establishment of a new definition of a blindside block in rule 2310 and the addition of rule 943n prohibiting a blindside block were. Eastern time 2017 nfhs football rule change proposal form due november 1, 2016 2017 nfhs football rules committee meeting january 2022, 2017 indianapolis, in 2017 nfhs football rules online state interpreters.
The following are the 20 nfhs football rules changes in a simplified format. If team possession changes during the down, each team retains its identity. The mission of the nchsaa is to provide governance and leadership for interscholastic athletic programs that support and enrich the educational experience of students. All required field markings must be clearly visible. The rule now states, no player or nonplayer shall make any contact continue reading nfhs. Games, penalty summary, nfhs official football signals, index. National federation of state high school associations. The nfhs is the sole and exclusive source of model interpretations of nfhs football rules. 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. These include the football rules book, case book, handbook, simplified and illustrated rules, rules by topic, preseason guide and rules interpretations, as well as a powerpoint presentation.
Stripes located on the football must be adjacent to and perpendicular to the seam upon which the laces are stitched. They are made and published by the nfhs in response to situations presented. The following are the 20 nfhs football rules changes in a. For the 2015 football season, there is a major change in onfield mechanics for officials in four and fiveperson coverage, and a reminder about the changes for 2014 kickoff change. 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. Clarified and standardized the definition of a soccer shoe. Apple, android and kindle users can buy ebooks from and view them through the kindle app. Another combined 28,943 boys participated in 6, 8 and 9player football. Be sure to check with your schools athletic director along with your state. Penalty summary revised the penalty summary to reflect the 2015 nfhs football rules changes. The use of nfhs rule 221 for all nysphsaa championship semi final and final games if it.
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