Republication of all or any portion of this rules book on the internet is expressly prohibited. National federation of state high school associations nfhs football rules interpretations 201516 publishers note. Keep in top physical and mental condition for the demands of your sport. 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 determines rules for most high school football. Any rule and play interpretation not discussed in this rules book will be covered by the national federation of state high school associations football rules book and case book. 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. It offers updated information for officials, including instruction on proper mechanics for threeperson and fourperson crews. Rule change permissible items on balls rule 1h new the ball may contain only the following permissible items. Promoting activities programs through showcase events. Sports handbooks in basketball and football have been developed for use by players, coaches, officials and others interested in the game. The editorial board has selected ken murphy whitman as the recipient of this honor for the eighteenth edition.
Some high school principals believe that football is the most important extracurricular activity on campus. This powerpoint presentation from the national federation of state high school associations nfhs covers the following. Published by the national federation of state high school associations, po box 690, indianapolis, indiana 46206. National federation of state high school associations nfhs located in indianapolis, in est. The national federation of state high school associations is the only source of official high school interpretations. Trying to find a searchable pdf copy of both the 2016 rulebook and a 2016 rules differences document ncaa vs. With fourth and 5 on bs 20, a1 is downed on bs 16yard line.
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 school age. Responsibility on players to avoid illegal contact 2. Tips for success read and study your rules book and case book. These federations oversee allstate awards, name district allstars, and compile records of achievement. Additional timing changes on play clock approved in high school foo. Player on player contact was defined into five types using existing definitions. The national federation of state high school associations nfhs has a committee that writes the rules governing most high school football. Click here for the 2020 nfhs football rules changes. Proper enforcement of penalties for violations of the equipment rules. The case book is universally used by game officials who are interested. Jan 01, 2019 by national federation of state high school associations nfhs, referee enterprises inc.
Author the nirsa flag football editorial board is made up of numerous professionals and students who are responsible for implementing intramural programs for their. Usa today high school sports is working with the national federation of state high school associations nfhs on a weekly series about high school. Just found out that i may be assigned to a crew regularly working in a league using nfhs rules this fall. Sideline management and control, professional communication between coaches and game officials 4. State rules interpreters may contact the nfhs for model football rules interpretations. From the 2007 nfhs football rules book, section 3 game equipment comes. 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. Rules books and case books available as ebooks nfhs. The national federation of state high school associations maintains a national record book with many amazing feats and records listed inside. Volleyball rule book by national federation of state high school associations.
A study of high school track and field outdoor championships based on the events endorsed by the national federation of state high school associations by peter j titlebaum. 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. Case books and manuals are published as a combination book of the case book and officials manual. Below is a listing of the ebooks currently available for purchase. Keeping track of national high school football records is a neverending project. While the kick is in flight, r2 blocks k2 below the waist on rs 40. National federation of state high school associations.
Both leather and rubber are approved for high school use and the ball must be marked with one of two nfhs graphic markings. High school associations 2019 nfhs football rules transitioning to nfhs rules general areas of attention. Contains the official case plays for football, and are designed to explain all aspects of the game. Click here for the 2020 nfhs football rules changes press release. The five types of contact were divided into two categories. They are printed for the sports of volleyball and wrestling. You must be a paid member of an nfhs member association coaches or fine arts or a state staff member to view this content. Ineligible receiver a2 is behind, in or beyond his neutral zone when a forward pass by a1. Horsecollar tackle to be penalized in high school football. During the down, the coach of b is on the field arguing with a game official. Rule book does not specify that the play clock is set to 25.
Additional timing changes on play clock approved in high school football rules additional timing. Contains the official case plays for football and are designed to explain all aspects of the sport. Any person having questions about the interpretation of. National federation of state high school associations football. Usa today high school sports is working with the national federation of state high school associations nfhs on a. Nfhs rules should contact the rules interpreter designated by his or her state high school association. For your convenience, nfhs offers rules and case books in multiple formats.
Nfhs football rules interpretations 201516 situation 1. How to register where and how do i get get into the game. League is the national soccer league, an association of professional football clubs which promotes, administers, controls, governs and regulates professional football in. Ifu international football union 2 provisional members founded in 2009 as an international football confederation for nations and territories. This powerpoint presentation from the national federation.
Playing multiple sports in high school paves way f. The national federation of state high school associations nfhs is the body that writes the rules of competition for most high school sports and activities in the united states. National football federation of guatemala wikipedia. This powerpoint presentation from the national federation of. Frederick and national federation of state high school associations. Nfhs determines rules for most high school football balls. The nfhs baseball case book contains the official case plays for high school baseball as approved by the nfhs baseball rules committee. Indianapolis, in february 14, 2011 a change in the definition of a chop block in high school football, along with a strong emphasis on proper use of the helmet to minimize risk of injury, highlighted the january 2123 meeting of the national federation of state high school associations nfhs football rules committee in indianapolis. The national football federation of guatemala spanish. Fifi federation of international football independents 5 members represents nations, dependencies and unrecognized states not affiliated to fifa. Ebooks are available via itunes and amazon, while print publications can be purchased on. Laws of the game means the laws of the game determined by the international football association board and fifa. Indianapolis, in february, 2009 the horsecollar tackle has been added to the list of. If the penalty is declined, r will have the ball first and 10 on rs 30.
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