From the national federation of state high school associations. The national federation of state high school associations nfhs has a committee that writes the rules governing most high school football. Nfhs 2015 football exam part ii with answers the exam to follow will have 100 questions. Previously, there was no provision for substitutes to enter the field of play during this type of stoppage. Nfhs 2012 high school football rules by topic by national federation of state high school associations nfhs a copy that has been read, but remains in excellent condition. Football rules book, case book, handbook, simplified and illustrated rules, rules by. Welcome to sideline, the homepage for nfhs football game officials information. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. National federation of state high school associations. E books are available via itunes and amazon, while print publications can be purchased on nfhs.
We believe you will find the information useful and utilize the resources to stay informed. 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. The nfhs football rules code permits competition to be conducted in an equitable. Win at fantasy football in 2016 with the ultimate strategies and tactics football outsiders almanac 2016. 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. From the 2007 nfhs football rules book, section 3 game equipment comes. Ebooks are available via itunes and amazon, while print publications can be purchased on. Up until the 2019 season, massachusetts was one of a handful of states who operated under ncaa rules. Baseballsoftball lineup sheets 100 sheets baseballsoftball scorebook. Update on technology in coaching boothslocker rooms and secretary rules editor. Both leather and rubber are approved for high school use and the ball must be marked with one of two nfhs graphic markings. Update on technology in coaching boothslocker rooms and secretaryrules editor. 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 nfhs football rules committee meets annually in january to discuss rules change proposals, editorial changes and points of emphasis for the following season.
A popup kick is a free kick in which the kicker drives the ball immediately to the ground, the ball strikes. Many often wonder how the rules that govern high school football are developed and why they are written the way they are. 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. Football rules changes 2015 by on january 21, 2016 football. The nfhs makes the rules and case books for high school sports and activities available online in the publications library. In other changes, the rules committee revised the 2014 rule change regarding freekick formations, adding a new. Nfhs determines rules for most high school football. Page 2 2015 football preseason bulletin 2015 points of emphasis. A player is in the freeblocking zone when any part of his.
He returns to the ground on his 1yard line and his momentum carries him back into his end. 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. Feel free to print this chart and provide it to your. Electronic versions of the 2015 nfhs football rules and case book are now available for purchase as ebooks. 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. Nfhs expands definition of unnecessary roughness in football. Sixplayer rules differences rule 6 clarification from a 2014 rules change on free kick formation. For many years, the nfhs football rules committee has addressed a variety of rules related to the free blocking zone and blocking below the waist. 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.
The mission of the nchsaa is to provide governance and leadership for interscholastic athletic programs that support and enrich the educational experience of students. As the game of football continues to evolve, coaches, players, game. Bob colgate, nfhs director of sports and sports medicine and staff liaison to the nfhs football rules committee, said this language was moved from rule 951d and has been reclassified from a 15yard unsportsmanlike foul to a 5yard foul. In most states, the nfhs rule book serves as the foundational rules. National federation of state high school associations nfhs. Rules books and case books available as ebooks nfhs. The essential guide to the 2016 nfl and college football seasons 2015 nfhs boys lacrosse rules book 2014 nfhs boys lacrosse. Baseball national federation of state high school associations. These include the football rules book, case book, handbook, simplified and illustrated rules, rules by. Since 2015, the defense can score two points on an extrapoint try by.
In addition, parts i and ii of the football rules examination, along with the. This year, it changes to the national federation of. In mechanigram d, k5 who was not more than 5 yards behind his freekick line. Apple, android and kindle users can buy ebooks from and view them through the kindle app. Nfhss most popular book is 2019 nfhs baseball rules book. Officiating education football north carolina high. The national federation of state high school associations nfhs football playing rules reflect a national perspective based on decisions that best serve the needs of the sport on a national level. 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. 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. 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 amazon versions can be downloaded and used on apple or android devices with the kindle app. All questions must be answered prior to completing the exam.
The mission of the nchsaa is to provide governance and leadership for interscholastic athletic programs that support and. On free kick when ball is touched other than first touching by k, covering. Penalty summary revised the penalty summary to reflect the 2015 nfhs football rules changes. Pages are intact and are not marred by notes or highlighting, but may contain a neat previous owner name.
New season brings new rule book for high school football. The national federation of state high school associations is the only source of official high school interpretations. Below is a listing of the e books currently available for purchase. Nfhs approves six football rule changes stateline sports. Currently, the rules have been modified and updated to.
Spearing is an act by any player who initiates contact against an. Officiating education football north carolina high school. 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. The coach, pitcher or catcher of the defensive team may request an intentional walk either before or during the pitch count. You must be a paid member of an nfhs member association coaches or fine arts or a state staff member to view this content. They are made and published by the nfhs in response to situations presented. One of 6 rule changes adopted for 2015 football season.
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. This year, it changes to the national federation of state high school associations rule book. Aug 16, 2019 up until the 2019 season, massachusetts was one of a handful of states who operated under ncaa rules. For your convenience, nfhs offers rules and case books in multiple formats. Any person having questions about the interpretation of nfhs football rules should contact the football rules interpreter designated by his. Continuing the focus of risk minimization, the definition for the illegal helmet contact act of spearing was revised. Books by nfhs author of 2019 nfhs baseball rules book.
Nfhs football rules interpretations 201516 situation 1. Nfhs to halt printing of spring sports rules publications. Nfhs 2012 high school football rules by topic for sale online. Each team may use any refereeapproved ball of its choice to free kick or start a new series of. B10 leaps in the air over his 2yard line and has as pass in his grasp.
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