The 2014 national federation of state high school associations nfhs announced its boys lacrosse rules for the 202014 season in august, which are written with the guidance of us lacrosse. Ncaa rule differences for 2014 procedures nfhs ncaa 1 failure to give 24 hr notice of event that could delay start of game or 2nd half no mention illegal procedure 2 forfeits other than failure to supply a legallyequipped gk procedures determined by state or local associations for pregame issues. I have revised this after the release of the 2019 nfhs rules interpretation video and the us lacrosse rules webinar with walt munze and dave seidman. Modify rule 4257 concussion rule, to clarify that an appropriate healthcare professional is a licensed physician of medicine or osteopathic medicine md or do. National federation of state high school associations. For a lacrosse ball to be legal for use in a game it must.
For ease of use the sections of the numbering and sections of this rulebook align with the sections of the nfhs rulebook. Dead ball and suspension of play deadball and delayed deadball tables rule 6. All rule books book books nfhs officials education rule book rulebook rulebooks rules team usa us lacrosse. Us lacrosse 2014 key youth exceptions to nfhs rules. Added the following procedure to check to make sure the ball can easily roll out of the head of the crosse. Game time rxu plqxwh shulrgv 6wduw vwrs wlphu rq wkh zklvwoh. These rules are based on the nfhs 2014 boys lacrosse rules book and the us lacrosse amendments. Rule 173 nfhs delays 4 inch string rule until 2016. Us lacrosse members should receive their books soon. This larger substitutiontable area complements the new substitution rules by allowing more space for players to get on and off the field. New faceoff procedure among rules changes in high school boys lacrosse. Featured best selling alphabetically, az alphabetically, za price, low to high price, high to low date, new to old date, old to new. The nfhs is the sole and exclusive source of model interpretations of nfhs rules. However, if a governing league or association deems it necessary or desirable, for example, due to the number of available players or skill level, or if in.
Length of game varsity game four 4 12minute quarters overtime if tied at end of regulation sub varsity. The major organizations overseeing boys youth lacrosse in minnesota have agree to use the following rules. Boys youth lacrosse is played by two teams with 10 players per side on the field. For your convenience, nfhs offers rules and case books in multiple formats. Existing nfhs rule section reference, followed by the corresponding us lacrosse boys youth rule section modification.
Bad time was clarified to include the situations where the wrong wrestler was given choice of. The 2014 stacking rule stipulated that a team cannot play with fewer than 7 players because of penalties. Videos and information on lacrosse rules, guidelines and general. Lacrosse has developed 2 and 3man mechanics manuals for lacrosse officials. 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. Ebooks are available via itunes and amazon, while print. Restart procedure altered in high school boys lacrosse. Final 2014 boys youth rules announced today by us lacrosse. However, if a governing league or association deems it necessary or desirable, for example, due to. Forfeits other than failure to supply a legallyequipped gk procedures determined by state or local associations for pregame issues. An excessively violent violation of this rule may result in an ejection. Rule 11 page 62011 nfhs boys lacrosse rules rule 1 the game, field and equipment section 1 the game lacrosse is played by two teams of 10 players each.
Balls properly worn equipment players must to wear a number of items of protective equipment that are professionally manufactured, not altered and properly fitted and worn. Both the coaches area and bench areas shall extend 15 yards from the substitutiontable area. 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. Penalty enforcement comments on 2015 rules revisions points of emphasis official nfhs lacrosse signals 2015 rules for boys youth lacrosse appendix a.
Ncaa rule differences for 20 procedures nfhs ncaa 1 failure to give 24 hr notice of event that could delay start of game or 2nd half no mention illegal procedure 2 forfeits other than failure to supply a legallyequipped gk procedures determined by state or local associations for pregame issues. Ncaa rule differences for 2018 procedures nfhs ncaa 1. Umpiring rules by state association adoption comments on the rules points of emphasis improper conduct penalty summary chart official nfhs softball signals. A point on the center line, equidistant from each side, shall be marked with an x or a 4inch square that is a contrasting color and shall be designated as the center. Ohsaa to sponsor boys and girls lacrosse beginning in 201617. Contact lacrosse at yourassignment dot net with comments, updates, corrections. Crosse dimensions rule 161 page beginning in 2018, minimum stick specifications shall be as follows.
Note that the 2019 nfhs rule book is now available on amazon for the kindle. Pennsylvania interscholastic athletic association, inc. Guidelines for developing lightning safety policies. Us lacrosse 2014 key youth exceptions to nfhs rules rule level u15 u u11 u9 12 field size should be regulation size, but may be adjusted if both coaches agree 1211 spectators stands or far side w limit lines 15 ball specification ball must be stamped meets nocsae standard 16 crosse length nfhs rules nfhs rules. State rules interpreters may contact the nfhs for model rules interpretations. Please do not contact nfhs about the following rules.
Measuring the length of the head at the front face of the head. Us lacrosse mens game officials education program us lacrosse national headquarters 1 west university parkway baltimore, md 21210 ph. Arm sleeves, knee sleeves, lower leg sleeves and tights are permissible. A player using a crosse found illegal because it was altered to gain an advantage will receive a three. High school associations 2018 nfhs boys lacrosse major rules changes. Us lacrosse urges officials to apply these rules and utilize the more severe penalty options, and reminds them that bodychecks that might be acceptable in high school. Length of game varsity game four 4 12minute quarters overtime if tied at end of regulation sub varsity four 4 10minute quarters no overtime. There will be more changes and this post will be updated as new memos and the 2019 rule book is released. Nfhs rules book 2018 girls lacrosse rules book available from. Failure to give 24 hr notice of event that could delay start of game or 2nd half no mention illegal procedure 2. The 2014 nfhs rules and us lacrosse boys youth rules more clearly define such violent collisions and in many cases increase the severity of the penalties that prohibit them.
These are the rules and mechanics changes that have been announced for 2019. Implementation of boys lacrosse rule 173 delayed until 2016. No other model rules interpretations should be considered. Rule 11 page 62010 nfhs boys lacrosse rules rule 1 the game, field and equipment section 1 the game lacrosse is played by two teams of 10 players each. Slashing 2014 nfhs lacrosse rules changes properly worn. The ball shall be white, yellow, orange or lime green and meet the current nocsae more.
The purpose of each team is to score by causing the ball to enter the goal of its opponent and to prevent the other team from securing the ball and scoring. Nfhs 2014 nfhs softball rule changes 2014 nfhs major editorial changes 2014 nfhs points of emphasis 2014 nfhs softball rules interpretations colorado state rule adoptions nfhs playing rules website for list of chsaanfhsasa approved bats nfhs hit by pitch press release. Participants in boys lacrosse are expected to play, coach, officiate and. Beginning january 1, 2021, a goalkeeper chest protector designed for lacrosse that incorporates the nocsae nd200 at the time of manufacture shall be used by all goalkeepers. Following are other changes approved by the nfhs boys lacrosse rules committee rule references are from the 2014 nfhs boys lacrosse rules book. As with other nfhs rules committee, the boys lacrosse rules committee revised the rule regarding use of electronic devices. The pocketnet must be completely attached to the head and the side walls, leaving no gaps large enough for a ball to pass through. Tournament lacrosse rules boys revised july 2014 unity health system total sports experience thanks the coaches, families, players, referees, and spectators for dedicating their actions and positive attitudes to provide the best quality sports program for todays youth. Nfhs rulebooks categories 2020 baseball rules book price.
All divisions will follow nfhs boys lacrosse rules with the following modifications. The 2014 nfhs rules and us lacrosse boys youth rules more clearly define such violent collisions and in many cases increase the severity of the penalties. Anything worn on the arm andor leg is a sleeve, except a knee brace, and shall meet the. The regulation playing time shall be four periods of 12 minutes. Slashing 2014 nfhs lacrosse rules changes properly.