National federation of state high school associations. The federation has been in existence since 1969 and is now comprised of 15 associations. National federation of state high school associations nfhs. The amazon versions can be downloaded and used on apple or android devices with the kindle app.
Sixplayer rules differences rule 6 clarification from a 2014 rules change on freekick formation. Since 2015, the defense can score two points on an extrapoint try by blocking a kick. Note that member associations of the nfhs independently make decisions. High school associations writes playing rules for varsity competition among studentathletes of high. Nfhs 201819 football five officials mechanics exam no answers nfhs 201819 football five officials mechanics exam answer key referee magazine football quiz 20. The tyfsf is a flag football, tackle football and spirit program for youth ages 5 15. The national federation of state high school associations is the only source of official high school interpretations. One of 6 rule changes adopted for 2015 football season in its ongoing effort to. Nfhs to halt printing of spring sports rules publications. As the end of the 2015 high school football season nears completion, this provides the national. Note that member associations of the nfhs independently make decisions regarding compliance with. Rules books and case books available as ebooks nfhs. Nfhs football rules interpretations 201516 situation 1.
This year, it changes to the national federation of. Cif position statements regarding helmet addon products and certification. Sportsmanship following the rules of the game, respecting the judgment of referees and officials, treating opponents with respect, respect for ones opponent and graciousness in winning or losing. Instituted concussion language that is consistent with all nfhs rules books and was. They are made and published by the nfhs in response to situations presented. The nfhs has a sound ruleswriting process focused in significant part on risk minimization. Contains all of the rules for football, and are meant to explain all aspects of the game. In addition, parts i and ii of the football rules examination, along with the. Nfhs 2015 football exam part ii with answers the exam to follow will have 100 questions. One good feature of this site is that you can search on a word to find all the entries containing the subject you are searching for online. Stream thousands of live and on demand high school sporting events from across the country on any device. We believe you will find the information useful and utilize the resources to stay informed.
All questions must be answered prior to completing the exam. Below is a listing of the e books currently available for purchase. Officiating education football north carolina high. Penalty summary revised the penalty summary to reflect the 2015 nfhs football rules changes. In most states, the nfhs rule book serves as the foundational rules. 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.
Welcome to sideline, the homepage for nfhs football game officials information. American football coaches association august 12, 2015. Choose from 88 different sets of nfhs rules flashcards on quizlet. 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. While this may sound like a simple concept, the game of football. National operating committee on standards for athletic equipment nocsae august 12, 2015. The game is won by the team which accumulates the most points. Nfhs football rules interpretations 201516 publishers note. New season brings new rule book for high school football. For more information on national sports rules changes, please visit 2020 rule changes. Up until the 2019 season, massachusetts was one of a handful of states who operated under ncaa rules.
Indianapolis, in july 6, 2011 rules changes approved by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs baseball rules committee will place more responsibility on coaches for. Rule change in 2008beginning with 3rd overtime teams must go for two after a touchdown. Nfhs expands definition of unnecessary roughness in football. Electronic versions of the 2015 nfhs football rules and case book are now available for purchase as ebooks. From the national federation of state high school associationsrider. 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. Football is a game with the stated objective of one team carrying or passing the ball across the opponents goal line or kicking the ball through the opponents goal by a place kick or drop kick.
Apple, android and kindle users can buy ebooks from and view them through the kindle app. The coach, pitcher or catcher of the defensive team may request an intentional walk either before or during the pitch count. The mission of the nchsaa is to provide governance and leadership for interscholastic athletic programs that support and. Click here for the original 2012 baseball rule changes press release. 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. Nfhs football rules each state high school association adopting these. Find out how your school can join the nations leading producer of high school sports. Football rules book, case book, handbook, simplified and illustrated rules, rules by topic, preseason guide and rules interpretations, as well as a powerpoint presentation. This statement appears at the bottom of the table of contents page in the 2015 nfhs football rules book.
One point of emphasis was addressed by the nfhs football rules. Rule book, case book, and manual heres a link to the most current rule book, mechanics manual, and case book for high school football. Rules book, case book, officials manual, handbook, simplified. 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. The material is drawn from the nfhs football case book for 2015. For your convenience, nfhs offers rules and case books in multiple formats.
For years, high school sports officials have routinely put some of their important, confidential, personal information at risk and not by choice. It happens at a game site where the official is required to fill out a form including name, address, phone number and, most critically, social security number to be paid for the game. Spearing is an act by any player who initiates contact against an. Ebooks are available via itunes and amazon, while print publications can be purchased on. Continuing the focus of risk minimization, the definition for the illegal helmet contact act of spearing was revised. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. Football rules changes 2015 by on january 21, 2016 football.
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