Sep 10, 2015 the material is drawn from the nfhs football case book for 2015. Nfhs rulebooks categories 2020 baseball rules book price. May 22, 2015 052215 nfhs spirit cheer rules changes 201516. 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. High school associations writes playing rules for varsity competition among studentathletes of high. Rules by topic national federation of state high school associations nfhs, referee enterprises, inc. National operating committee on standards for athletic equipment nocsae august 12, 2015. 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 prohibition against contacting a player who has given a valid faircatch signal ceases if the kick is muffed. The online football exam is scheduled from august 3rd through. Note that member associations of the nfhs independently make decisions regarding compliance with. Officiating education football north carolina high school. National federation of state high school associations. Note that member associations of the nfhs independently make decisions regarding compliance with or modification of these playing. Ebooks are available via itunes and amazon, while print publications can be purchased on.
National federation of state high school associations nfhs. New season brings new rule book for high school football. Penalty summary revised the penalty summary to reflect the 2015 nfhs football rules changes. 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. The nfhs football rules committee meets annually in january to discuss rules change proposals, editorial changes and points of emphasis for the following season. Oct 07, 2015 the material is drawn from the nfhs football case book for 2015. American football coaches association august 12, 2015. Choose from 88 different sets of nfhs rules flashcards on quizlet. 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. In most states, the nfhs rule book serves as the foundational rules. Apple, android and kindle users can buy e books from and view them through the kindle app. The definition of spearing was revised to continue the focus on minimizing risk of injury. Rule change pitching rules 611 penalty, exception 2 as before under the rules, if the batter does not reach first base safely or any base runner fails to advance at least one base, the coach of the team at bat shall have. National federation of state high school associations football.
Below is a link to rules changes approved by the nfhs spirit rules committee. Note that member associations of the nfhs independently make decisions. Electronic versions of the 2015 nfhs football rules and case book are now available for purchase as e books. K refers to the kicking team and rrefers to the receiving team. Up until the 2019 season, massachusetts was one of a handful of states who operated under ncaa rules. Below is a listing of the e books currently available for purchase. Heres a link to the most current rule book, mechanics manual, and case book for high school. You must be a paid member of an nfhs member association coaches or fine arts or a state staff member to view this content. The first game we played this year 2014 caught me in a quandary that i have not faced in the previous thirteen years of coaching this great game we call football.
Rules books and case books available as ebooks nfhs. Contains all of the rules for football, and are meant to explain all aspects of the game. Ohio is the next state to launch this initiative, thanks to comprehensive funding from the national football league foundation. The catchers helmet shall have a nonglare not mirrorlike surface. 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. Instituted concussion language that is consistent with all nfhs rules books and was. The nfhs makes the rules and case books for high school sports and activities available online in the publications library. Cif position statements regarding helmet addon products and certification. E books are available via itunes and amazon, while print publications can be purchased on nfhs. If team possession changes during the down, each team retains its identity.
The batting helmet shall have a nonglare not mirrorlike surface. Any person having questions about the interpretation of nfhs football rules should contact the football rules interpreter designated by his. Electronic versions of the 2015 nfhs football rules and case book are now available for purchase as ebooks. Football rules interpretations and clarifications 2019 major football rules differences between nfhs and ncaa 2019 safety. The coach, pitcher or catcher of the defensive team may request an intentional walk either before or during the pitch count. In the exam situations, arefers to the offensive team and brefers to their opponents the defensive team.
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. This year, it changes to the national federation of state high school associations rule book. The amazon versions can be downloaded and used on apple or android devices with the kindle app. Oklahoma secondary school activities association football. For your convenience, nfhs offers rules and case books in multiple formats. Nov 28, 2015 pdf of football rules meeting iowa high school.
Nfhs 2015 football exam part ii with answers the exam to follow will have 100 questions. Sixplayer rules differences rule 6 clarification from a 2014 rules change on freekick formation. 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. Since 2015, the defense can score two points on an extrapoint try by blocking a kick. For more information on national sports rules changes, please visit. In addition, parts i and ii of the football rules examination, along with 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. Gardner, publisher theresia 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 varsity competition among. 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. Nfhs football rules is the sole and exclusive source of binding rules interpretations for contests involving its member schools. All questions must be answered prior to completing the exam. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. Football rules changes 2015 by on january 21, 2016 football. While this may sound like a simple concept, the game of football. One point of emphasis was addressed by the nfhs football rules.