2008 national federation football rule book

Several locations in the rules book required the team captains to make these decisions, so the new language throughout the book will provide. All nonvarsity football 7th8th, jr high and sr b games will be played with the clock stopping and starting by the 199596 football rules. Each year the national federation of state high school associations and its rules committees present changes for the upcoming year, and send out a release. Football championship helps healing process in newt. Ebooks are available via itunes and amazon, while print publications can be purchased on. Rules of the international football association board. High school associations 2017 nfhs football rules powerpoint. Nfhss headquarters are located in white river state park in indianapolis, indiana. Ohio football players heroism saves neighbors life missouris blake tash sets football completion percentage record the nfhs voice. In 2004, murphy became a charter inductee to the ncffc hall of fame in the mens division. National service and administrative organization of high school athletics and fine arts programs in speech, debate and music.

Indianapolis, in february, 2009 the horsecollar tackle has been added to the list of illegal personal contact fouls in high school football. These changes were subsequently approved by the nfhs board of directors. The national federation of state high school associations is the only source of official high school interpretations. Offers publications, overview of organization, current news and events, participation surveys. View full blue book table of contents cardinal athletic principles code of ethics prefacecif southern section office administrative and general. Description the ncaa produces rule of play in 15 sports.

The national federation of state high school associations 2006 football rule book states that butt blocking, face tackling and spearing are illegal. The 2008 format of the national football league is a new system consisting of four separate divisions. National federation of state high school associations basketball 201517 basketball officials manual three officials mechanics. Nfhs football rules interpretations 201516 situation 1. The official discovers a player who is bleeding, has an open wound, has any amount of blood on hisher uniform, or has blood on hisher person, shall be directed to leave the game until the bleeding is stopped, the wound is covered, the uniform andor body is appropriately cleaned, andor the uniform is changed before returning to competition. Additional timing changes on play clock approved in high school foo. In this offense, a loophole in the rules governing kicking formations is used to disguise which offensive players would be eligible to receive a pass for any given play. Illinois elementary school association national federation of state high school associations. The coach, pitcher or catcher of the defensive team may request an intentional walk either before or. Don dennison, nisoa national clinician 3192008 5 national intercollegiate soccer officials association a comparative study of rules and laws topic players and substitutes team roster substitutions when. Rule change in 2008beginning with 3rd overtime teams must go. The coach, pitcher or catcher of the defensive team may request an intentional walk either before or during the pitch count. What appears to be a smart decision by a hs qb to throw the ball away when out of the pocket is actually not a wise choice if the pass is thrown into an area without an eligible receiver or thrown to save a loss of yardage.

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. Member clubs of the league may amend the rules from time to time, pursuant to the. Additional timing changes on play clock approved in. The official rule book states that all tooth and mouth protectors shall be a color other than completely clear or white. Page 11 rule 11 2012 nfhs football rules rule 1 the game, field, players and equipment section 1 the game art. The national federation track and field rule book national. The rule changes will be included in the latest rule books when they are produced, but its nice to know about any changes in advance. Hra senior lauren shohan represents one of few girls playing high school football across u. National federation of state high school associations nfhs football rules interpretations 201516 publishers note. What is the reasoning behind the hs rule for grounding being different than those for higher levels of play. Male and female references to the male gender in the laws of the game in respect of referees, assistant referees. This football case book has been designated as the official supplement to the football rules book by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs. Nfhs national federation of state high school associations.

The referee has authority to rule promptly, and in the spirit of. There are eight teams in the top three divisions and nine in division four. National federation of state high school associations nfhs presented by georgia football officials association gfoa points of emphasis 2012 football rules changes. It is the object of the game for one team to carry or pass the ball across the opponents goal line or to kick the ball through the opponents goal by a place kick or drop kick. Points 2 for a win, 1 for a draw, 0 for a loss score difference.

Pop warner is the only youth football and cheerleading organization that requires academic standards in order to participate. Piaa is a nonprofit corporation organized to eliminate abuses, establish uniform rules, and place interscholastic athletics in the overall context of secondary education. National federation of state high school associations nfhs. Nfhs making another change to the high school football play clock. The amazon versions can be downloaded and used on apple or android devices with the kindle app. This edition of the official playing rules of the national football league contains all current rules governing the playing of professional football that are in effect for the 2014 nfl season.

Forbrevity,male pronouns are used extensively in this book, but the rules are equally applicable to female and male participants. Rules books and case books available as ebooks nfhs. Each book contains diagrams of playing areas, official signals, and official. Aug 12, 2008 a number of 2008 playingrules changes were adopted by nfl owners at the nfl annual meeting in march. Irish football association fifa next meeting of the ifab. For your convenience, nfhs offers rules and case books in multiple formats. Instituted concussion language that is consistent with all nfhs rules books. This addition to rule 943 was one of 10 rules changes approved by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs football rules committee at its january 2425 meeting in. Ohsaa officiating directors of officiating development.

According to the national federation of state high school associations record book. Players permitted to wear metal cleats and metal toe plates. Click here for the 2020 nfhs football rules changes. 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. 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. A number of 2008 playingrules changes were adopted by nfl owners at the nfl annual meeting in march. Nfhs 2010 football rules book roanoke county parks rec. This powerpoint presentation from the national federation of. Nfhs football rules book 2010 national federation of state high school associations on. The case book is universally used by game officials who are interested in football game administration, by coaches and instructors as a textbook for. Is a member of the national federation ice hockey rules. National federation of state high school associations football.

The rule changes will be included in the latest rule books when they are produced, but its. It is a continuing effort by the nirsa membership to stan dard ize the rules and me chan ics for this great game. Furthermore, the american football coaches association ethics committee went on record opposing this type of blocking and tackling. Clarifying when and how coaches can communicate with players highlighted the high school soccer rules changes approved by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs soccer rules committee at its january 2123 meeting in indianapolis. Watch coverage of boys and girls high school sports and activities across the country at. Clock will start and stop when team b is awarded a new series, or a new series is awarded either team following a legal kick. The national federation of state high school associations nfhs is the national governing body of high school sports. Below is a listing of the ebooks currently available for purchase. The pennsylvania interscholastic athletic association, inc. National federation of state high school associations. This powerpoint presentation from the national federation of state high school associations nfhs covers the following. Male and female references to the male gender in the laws of the game. In national a team matches, up to a maximum of six substitutes may. Consideration of liability issues in 7on7 football.