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 2019 nfl season. Nfhs reaches more than 19,000 high schools and 12 million participants in high school activity programs, including more than 7. National federation of state high school associations membership 50 member state associations and d. It is not meant to connote illegality under any public law.
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. He is coeditor of the connecticut state high school football record book. National federation of state high school associations. The national federation of state high school associations is the only source of official high school interpretations. Nfhs rules should contact the rules interpreter designated by his or her state high school association. Member clubs of the league may amend the rules from time to time, pursuant to the applicable voting procedures of the nfl constitution and bylaws. The national federation of state high school associations at one.
About the national federation of state high school associations nfhs. Nfhs football rule changes update for 2020 national sporting. The rules administered and enforced by vfoa members in vifl football contests are those written and formulated by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs, as adapted and modified by the vpa. The north dakota high school rodeo association follows the rules of the national high school rodeo assn. Offers publications, overview of organization, current news and events, participation surveys. National leadership organization for high school sports and. The appropriate uniform as designated by the nfhs rule book for that sport. Nfhs football rules interpretations 201516 situation 1. This powerpoint presentation from the national federation of. 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 federation of state high school associations vision the national federation of state high school associations nfhs is the national leader for educationbased high school athletics and activities, which prepare tomorrows leaders for the next level of life through innovative programs, healthy participation, achievement, and. Watch coverage of boys and girls high school sports. Indianapolis, indiana february 6, 2020 there will be no rule changes from the national federation of state high school associations nfhs regarding.
As all should know by now, hsso is no longer issuing the paper copy of the soccer rule book in a costcutting move. All the official nfhs rules and caseplays together in one place. And thursday night, and wednesday night, and whatever other day or days you work football. Cif position statements regarding helmet addon products and certification. You can pick up a new rule book from me at any of our upcoming rodeos. Baseballsoftball lineup sheets 100 sheets baseballsoftball scorebook. Inspire a love of reading with prime book box for kids discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1. National federation of state high school associations nfhs football rules interpretations 201516 publishers note. They will be added to the next printable edition of the rule book in april 2018. 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. How a new rulebook will affect massachusetts high school football.
No other model rules interpretations should be considered. Rule change permissible items on balls rule 1h new. These federations oversee allstate awards, name district allstars, and compile records of achievement. Several locations in the rules book required the team captains to make. Rules by topic merges the rule book and the case book so you can see everything that applies to a particular rule together in one place. For your convenience, nfhs offers rules and case books in multiple formats.
Indianapolis, in february 6, 2020 in an effort to eliminate a potential timing advantage gained by the defensive team in high school football, the play clock will be set to 40 seconds effective with the 2020 season when an officials timeout is taken for an injury to a defensive player or a. Apr 04, 2018 a number of changes, clarifications and corrections were approved to the canadian amateur tackle football rule book. Clarifications on the clock management during the mercy rule. Some states, however, use the ncaa rule book for high school football and youth leagues. This organization shall be known as the national federation of state high school associations. Nfhss headquarters are located in white river state park in indianapolis, indiana. High school football rules online course high school rules.
Additional timing changes on play clock approved in high school foo. Amateur tackle rule book changes for 2018 football canada. The rule books are updated and printed every three years. Ayf members may contact the football commissioner with questions regarding this rule book and the contents therein. National service and administrative organization of high school athletics and fine arts programs in speech, debate and music. 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. Additional timing changes on play clock approved in high school football rules. The high school football rules online course covers every single rule of the rule book, and its indepth, yet simple, material is easy to understand. National operating committee on standards for athletic equipment nocsae august 12, 2015. Jan 01, 2019 116 of over 2,000 results for high school football rules book 2019 nfhs football rules book national federation high school paperback. For more information on national sports rules changes, please visit 2020 rule changes. The nfhs is the sole and exclusive source of model interpretations of nfhs rules. State rules interpreters may contact the nfhs for model rules interpretations. Nocsae statement on third party helmet addon products and certification.
Neither the whole nor any part of this publication may be copied or reproduced andor. Basic rules in keeping statistics the following was submitted by bob barton, who has been keeping statistics at high school football games for more than 50 years. Arbitersports soccer news high school soccer rule books. The new york state public high school athletic association inc. Actions in contravention of the rules designed to ensure fair competition may result in probation, suspension, or exclusion from ayf and or the ability to participate in sanctioned events. Some high school principals believe that football is the most important extracurricular activity on campus. Ebooks are available via itunes and amazon, while print publications can be purchased on. Pop warner is the only youth football and cheerleading organization that requires academic standards in order to participate. National federation of state high school associations football.
National high school rodeo association nhsra 20182020. A complete listing of the football rules changes will be available on the. Well, this is the first year for this policy, and chsaa finds itself with a surplus of rule books. Any ball carrier who touches the ground with any part of his body except his hands or feet is ruled down. So lets kick things off and begin to help you understand the intricate rules of high school football. Sep 04, 2019 prior to last fridays football scrimmage at milton high school, stoughton coach greg burke and milton coach steve dembowski met with a 40year veteran official at midfield to go over rules and. This usa football rules guide is designed to take existing, commonly used rule books by the national federation of state high school. Where the word illegal appears in this rule book, it is an institutional term of art pertaining strictly to actions that violate nfl playing rules.
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