Download iihf case book international ice hockey federation pdf for free. Hockey rinks in the rest of the world follow the international ice hockey federation iihf specifications, which are 60. Rule 1 the international ice hockey federation iihf as governing body i. Iihf rules and regulations iihf international ice hockey. Iihf case book international ice hockey federation was published by on 20150312. Iihf rule book 20182022 iha casebook 2018 2022 ihnsw handbook 2021. New app can be used without an internet connection for moments when you need to look up a rule but are in one of those referee locker rooms with no wifi. It has been published with the end of the 2014 olympic mens ice hockey tournament. The iihf rule book has more than 100 pages and it describes all details of the ice hockey see the iihf rule book in the pdf format. Iihf tournament info 2022 iihf ice hockey world championship.
December 1 final date for teams to register for bc hockey championships. Iihf official rule book iihf international ice hockey. Iihf game officials handbook 2021 iihf championship season. Hockey is an emotionally charged game and good officiating hinges on. First officially held at the 1920 summer olympics, it is the sports highest profile annual international tournament. The following is meant to provide a notice of the proposed implementation of a new late hit rule by the iihf player safety committee, as well as a summary of the primary major changes to the iihf rule book. Under iihf rules, every major penalty carries an automatic game misconduct.
The international game is different from the nhl game in many ways, so we highlight some of the more major differences between the iihfs rulebook and the nhls that you may notice at the olympic. An additional point earned for the team winning the game in a 5minute overtime period, or the penaltyshot shootout if the teams are still tied following conclusion of the overtime period. The official rules of ice hockey is the essential resource for players, coaches, referees, parents and fans. The club currently has teams competing in all divisions of the wa ice hockey league during the 2019 season. Iihf president bunny ahearne feared it would make ice hockey a sport.
The olympic winter games are officiated according to iihf rule book. Section 4 iihf international ice hockey federation. International ice hockey federation new south wales ice hockey. The goal crease is now changed to be the nhl goalcrease.
Below you can find the complete book in the pdf format. Even though this infraction may not be considered to be kicking an opponent, the sole purpose of this action is to harm the opponent and must be considered a very serious and dangerous violation of the playing rules. The english ice hockey association eiha and the scottish ice hockey association siha are using the international ice hockey federation iihf official rule book 20182022 as a base for the rules of the game that will be applied in england and scotland. South africa played the bestoftwo qualification on august 24 and 30, 2008, in namibia and south africa. Beginning in the 201112 season, usa hockey moved the age of legal body checking from 12u to 14u. An electronic version of the rule book will be sent out to all mnas following the conclusion of the 2018 iihf annual congress. The rules define the size of the hockey rink where a game is played, the playing and safety equipment, the game definition, including time of play. For more information on hockey canada, canadas national womens team and the 2021 iihf womens world championship, please visit hockeycanada. A net of approved design and material, shall be white in color, and attached to each goal frame and. Jul 01, 2018 the latest iihf rule book was published on 1st july 2018 and is valid until the 20212022 season. Rule 1 international ice hockey federation iihf as governing body i. Public announcer scripts for iihf world championships vmu 3202008 1 responsibilities of the public announcer the announcer is responsible for announcing information as outlined in the iihf rule book 20062010, annex 3, and his duties are described in rule 324 and annex 4. The rules define the size of the hockey rink where a game is played, the playing and safety equipment, the game definition, including time of play and whether tiebreaking methods are used and the actual playing rules themselves. Note all incidents of attempt to injuredeliberate injury of game officials should be penalized under.
The latest iihf rule book was published on 14 november 2019 and is valid until the 20212022 season. International ice hockey federation iihf officiating casebook supplementing the iihf official rule book 4 rule 65 icing the puckhybrid icing situation 1 a player passes the puck from behind the blue line to a teammate who is standing with both skates before the centre red line, but the puck hits the teammates stick, which is beyond the. The international game is different from the nhl game in many ways, so we highlight some of the more major differences between the iihf s rulebook and the nhls that you may notice at the olympic. Late hit rule by the iihf player safety committee, as well as a summary of the primary major changes to the iihf rule book. Ice hockey rules define the parameters of the sport of ice hockey. The 20182022 iihf rule book was published by the iihf on 2 july 2018 new rule book is here introducing a number of major and minor rule changes. Included are usa hockeys official playing rules and interpretations, referee signals and detailed rink diagrams. Iihf rule book valid for the period 20142018 on the page of iihf. The latest iihf rule book was published on 1st july 2018 and is valid until the 20212022 season.
When an equal number of minor, major, or match penalties of the same duration are assessed to both teams at the same stoppage of play, the penalties. Nov 14, 2019 the iihf has produced and distributed the championship regulations to all iihf member national associations to direct and guide the host in the administrative organisation and operation of an iihf sanctioned championship. Thus the 20 40 point interval decreases to 15 30 after season one, 10 20 after season two and 5 10 after season three. The rule, which was first applied at the 1970 world championships, was controversial. The iihf rules are themselves also based on canadian rules of ice hockey dating back to the early 20th century. Iha codes of conduct iha policies insurance and injury. The official rules of ice hockey is the essential resource for player s, coach es, referees, parents and fans. Nhliihf major rule differences international ice hockey. Iihf rule book changes after print version hockey centre.
The minimum size for a rink shall be 40m long and 20m wide. An attacking player is in control of the puck or in obvious position to gain control of a loose puck and skate in alone on the opposing goaltender. Qualifications to the 2009 iihf inline hockey world championship. Check pages 1 50 of iihf case book international ice hockey federation in the flip pdf version. The iihf official rule book is applicable to all iihf competitions, olympic competitions and qualifications thereto and all other inter national games as established by the iihf and as defined by iihf bylaw 22.
In accordance with the latest iihf rule book and the ice hockey league. In all rinks used for iihf cham pionships, the surface dimensions shall be 5861m long and 2730m wide. Schedule unveiled for 2021 iihf womens world championship. The iihf was created in 1908 while the european championships, the precursor to the world championships, were first held in 1910.
Chinese taipei is the asianoceanian qualifier for the 2009 iihf inline hockey world championship. Hockey is an emotionally charged game and good officiating hinges on the referees ability to remain calm. Ca hockey canada playing rules 20202022 v hockey canada playing rules message from the hockey canada board of directors the rules which are contained in this book are the only rules which are to be used in the playing of. On the hockey centre will be official iihf information for coaches in the ltp, level 1 and level 2 programs. December 1 final date for minor hockey tier 2, 3, and 4 teams to declare their intent to compete in a higher tier in the bc hockey championships. Oct 23, 2019 the iihf official rule book 20182022 has been updated with amendments following the 2019 iihf semiannual congress. Apr 01, 2021 for more information from the iihf, please visit the official tournament website at 2021. The 2014 iihf mens world ranking includes the iihf ice hockey world championships played between 2010 and 20 as well as the 2014 olympics.
No goal will be allowed if the referee has blown his whistle to stop play before the puck crosses the plane of the goal line. The sport is governed by several organizations including the international ice hockey federation iihf, the national hockey league nhl, hockey canada, usa hockey and others. December 1 all teams intending to participate in bc hockey championships must include an official accredited in the. The puck is shot at or near the goal net by the attacking team during the course of the. View and download articles and manuals, watch past coaching seminars, and get access to instructional. A printed version will be produced and distributed in june 2018. Iihf official rule book 201819 english ice hockey association. The iihf council will grow from to 14 members with a new position of a senior vice president as of the new council term 20202024. International ice hockey federation new south wales. The frame shall be painted red in color, and all other frame support structure shall be painted white. Rule 602 attempt to injuredeliberate injury of opponents. Assessing penalties proper procedure in the way a referee handles a penalty situation can enhance the respect gained from all other game participants.
Rule 105 goals a the goal frame should be of approved design and material and shall extend four feet 4 high from the ice surface and six feet 6 wide when measured from the inside of the goal frame. The attacking skater has a reasonable scoring opportunity. Iihf tournament info 2021 iihf ice hockey womens world. Section 1 playing area national hockey league official rules 20092010 1 section 1 playing area rule 1 rink 1. Differences between iihf, nhl rulebooks youll notice at. Iihf rule book iihf international ice hockey federation. Prior to the publication of the new rule book, refereesinchief from around the world came together at the 2018 iihf global officiating summit to familiarise themselves with read more 1. A penalty in ice hockey is a punishment for an infringement of the rules. The attacking player has no opponent between them and the opposing goal net 3.
In all cases when a match penalty is assessed, a game report shall be filed with the proper authorities for further disciplinary action. The iihf rule book applies to all iihf competitions and international games. The international ice hockey centre of excellence and the iihf have teamed up to build an online resource for the hockey community. The iihf official rule book 20182022 has been updated with amendments following the 2019 iihf semiannual congress. What penalty shall be assessed to a player who intentionally steps on an opponent. Find more similar flip pdfs like iihf case book international ice hockey federation. This is the version for the iihf ice hockey world championship and division i. Rule 105 goals usa hockey officiating rulebook mobile site. Dec 16, 2014 iihf rule book changes after print version rule 1 the international ice hockey federation iihf as governing body addition v.
The iihf consists of member nations which, when they join, recognize the need to participate under a codified system of rules based on sportsmanship, regardless of level of play or location of game. The discussion of this rule change began with a look into peewee 12u and squirt 10u levels of hockey. Iihf case book international ice hockey federation pages 1. Apr 14, 2019 first, lets start by digging into the iihf rule book, which you can find here. To assist game officials, team officials, and players with the transition to the new rule book, a 20182022 new rules overview bulletin has been developed which details the. Iihf case book international ice hockey federation pages. To assist game officials, team officials, and players with the transition to the new rule book, a 20182022 new rules overview bulletin has been developed which details the major and minor changes to the rule book. This book is the singular source for the rules of the game. By using a 20 and 40 point interval between final ranked positions, there is no need to round up any numbers whilst the points remain in the ranking system. Officiating casebook supplementing the iihf official rule book. The iihf later described the rule change as arguably the most substantial and dramatic rule changes in the history of international hockey because it allowed for a more aggressive game. The ice hockey world championships are an annual international mens ice hockey tournament organized by the international ice hockey federation iihf. Click here to download the iihfs rule book and sport regulations. Iihf game officials handbook iihf hockey centre in english.
The north american ice size will be used for the olympic ice hockey tournaments as both olympic venues in vancouver are of north american ice size. The rules of the iihf are intended to promote skill and athleticism in. Fundamental rules, the following office officials must be present. For the years 20102014 the iihf rule book is valid. Included are usa hockey s official playing rules and interpretations, referee signals and detailed rink diagrams.
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