Rule changes for the 20182019 season were made during the annual general meeting of hockey canada in ottawa back in november. Hockey canada official rule book 99 branch referees inchief todd anderson interim manager, officiating. Hockey nova scotia officiating program powered by goalline. Recent posts soccer ns continues to work behind the scenes by formulating return to activity plans may 15, 2020. Every two years, hockey canada makes changes to the rule book after asking minor hockey associations from across the country what can be done to make the game even better. Officiating is handled by billy macleod, the amha referee scheduler rs and melissa jodrey, the amha. This manual is intended to complement the information. Hockey nova scotia requires that you remain an official for a minimum of two years.
Former referee inchief, ontario hockey federation mr. Referee info eastern shore minor hockey association. Learn more hockey rules, official mentorship, the level system and more. A supplement, new rules and ot procedure for the mhl and officials handbook the cjhl jra 20150814. No protest will be accepted in regards to hc, hns rules and regulations, or the decision of a referee or linesman.
Hockey nova scotia sends a team of approximately 3 male and 3 female officials to work this great event. The hockey canada officiating program sometimes abbreviated hcop or less commonly chop is the governing body for onice officials for all ice hockey games played under the jurisdiction of hockey canada. The earliest set of rules, which originated in halifax, nova scotia, were superseded some two decades later by what were called the montreal or mcgill university rules. Sep 22, 2011 what is known is that the first rule book was published in 1877 in montreal and the amateur hockey association of canada was formed in 1888. The organization is currently servicing 37 ncaa men division iii ice hockey teams and 41 ncaa womens ice hockey teams. The paper version can be purchased at the hns office. The referees case bookrule combination is up to date as of may 2010 and will take effect at the beginning of the 201011 hockey season. Secretary, treasurer and statistician and one member as designated by each team, all of whom shall be. The whhs thanks the the gealic athletic association for the following information the original rules of the gaa for hurling were first written in the year 1887 and were subsequently published in the united ireland magazine on the 7th february 1887.
You will receive a rule book and open book rules exam directly from colorado when they receive your form. Thats why we offer ptx g2 protective pants, which come with spandex material in the inner thigh area. Richard trottier, hockey quebec, referee inchief mr. Ice hockey is a contact team sport played on ice, usually in a rink, in which two teams of skaters use their sticks to shoot a vulcanized rubber puck into their opponents net to score goals.
In addition, ice hockey is the most popular winter sport in belarus, croatia, the czech republic, finland, latvia, russia, slovakia, sweden, and switzerland. At the referee store, we recognize how important it is for you to feel comfortable during your officiating jobs. Hockey nova scotia requires that you remain an official for a minimum of 2 years at each level before you can advance to the next level. Soccer nova scotia provides referees with support and development opportunities by providing entrance and refresher courses, a referee academy, and a mentoring program. Suspensions suspended players, coaches, team officials, may not participate in any games until their official suspension is fully completed i. The nhl was born in 1917, but ice hockey dates back to at least the 1850s. Metro high school hockey league powered by goalline. Please use the links below to access the useful educational resources usa hockey offers. The usa hockey mobile rulebook is the digital version of. Referees 2 jon mcisaac truro, nova scotia, 20 4 wes mccauley georgetown, ontario, 2003 5 chris rooney boston, 2000 6 francis charron ottawa, ontario, 2010 7 garrett rank kitchener, ontario, 2015 8 dave jackson montreal, 1990 9 dan orourke calgary, alberta, 1999 10 kyle rehman stettler, alberta, 2008 11 kelly sutherland richmond, british columbia, 2000. Hockey canada officiating program officials minimums officials incident report hockey canada case rule book standard of play rule clarification bulletin head contact rule video supervisors handbook hockey canada mentorship model.
The referees case bookrule combination is up to date as of may 2008 and will take effect at the. And any player who participates in nssaf hockey shall be ineligible for any hns major midget team on or after the second friday of october. At the conclusion of the certification course, the officials will take a written exam that tests their knowledge of the inline rule book. The referee places the ball on the ground, and the two opposing. Nova scotia regional junior hockey league powered by. A handbook that will help any new or experienced timekeeper. It sets the standards within which all ns hockey associations must operate. Referees case book rule combination 20182020 hockey canada. League rules metro high school hockey league rules all regulations of the nssaf and hockey nova scotia will apply to league games. Ca hockey canada referee s case book rule combination 20182020 5 official case rule book 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 hockey under the jurisdiction of hockey canada. Major midget rule change 20180912 the nsmmhl board has vote to use no change on icing for the upcoming season. As per rule 40 d, the referee shall have full authority and the final decision in all matters under dispute. Simplified rules for indoor hockey field hockey nova scotia.
A hockey nova scotia document for officials working the elite levels of hockey major u18, junior, aus, etc. These penalties include game misconducts, gross misconducts and match penalties. The hockey canada rulebook provides indepth explanation and examples of all rules governing hockey in canada. Kevin matheson 6080 young street, suite 910 halifax, ns, b3k 2a2 prince edward island hockey association president. If you want to become a licensed hockey referee and officiate league games, becoming a level 1 referee will provide you with the proper. Kevin matheson 6080 young street, suite 910 halifax, ns, b3k 2a2 prince edward island hockey association. What is known is that the first rule book was published in 1877 in montreal and the amateur hockey association of canada was formed in 1888.
Jun 14, 2018 every two years, hockey canada makes changes to the rule book after asking minor hockey associations from across the country what can be done to make the game even better. If you are in the goalline system with warman minor hockey, use your access code to fill out the aaa camp form. One helpful interpretation would be to state the rule that used to be xyz in years before 201x, but due to concerns with head injuries for. Included are usa hockeys official playing rules and interpretations, referee signals and detailed rink diagrams. Refereeinchief, registrar and ice scheduler positions are appointed by. If you have taken a year off of officiating you must start one level below what then what you were registered at ex level 3 took a year off, i have to take level 2 this year.
Officials education materials welcome to the usa hockey officiating education materials website. Ice hockey is the official national winter sport of canada. Goalline specializes in building web based tools for enhancing sports organizations. If you have taken a year off of officiating, you must start a level below the level you previously officiated at example. Use the retrieve my access code tab prior to registering if you require the code to be emailed for use. Good day all, we have a few questions about jerseys and year end clean up for teams. Supplemental league regulations by agreement of all member schools and approved by metro high school athletic association mhsaa and the nova scotia school. Sep 26, 2017 referees 2 jon mcisaac truro, nova scotia, 20 4 wes mccauley georgetown, ontario, 2003 5 chris rooney boston, 2000 6 francis charron ottawa, ontario, 2010 7 garrett rank kitchener, ontario, 2015 8 dave jackson montreal, 1990 9 dan orourke calgary, alberta, 1999 10 kyle rehman stettler, alberta, 2008 11 kelly sutherland richmond, british columbia, 2000. The rules 1899 the rules from hockey canadas royal game by arthur.
Hockey referee, hockey referee assigning organization hrao home. The hnsop wishes to congratulate two of our referees that have been selected by hockey canada as part of the onice crews for the 2020 usport national hockey championships, from march 1215. This committee shall consist of the president, two 2 vicepresidents, and appointed officers of the league. When talking to the referee, it is usually acceptable to have the linesmen listen in. Technically, all that is needed to play ice hockey are a pair of ice skates, an adequately sized ice surface, a stick, a puck and a net. Here are more tidbits about canadas favorite sport. The referee submits an incident report to the hockey nova scotia suspension coordinator who issues the appropriate suspension based on the penalty assessed and rule number. Charlottetown, pei, c1a 7k7 hockey newfoundland and labrador president. Becoming a hockey referee is a great way to get involved in the sport. Welcome to the usa hockey officiating education materials website. Certified umpires enjoy the credibility of the field hockey community and of the athletes they officiate because they have been observed and evaluated doing what is required of them as a competent official in their sport. Due to covid19 we are asking all players keep your jerseys in a safe place until further notice. For those of you working major midget hockey this season please feel free to contact me if you have any questions or concerns.
Hockey nova scotia makes right call on new bodychecking rule for. This book is the singular source for the rules of the game. You must bring a pen or pencil, notebook, rule book and procedures manual for. How to become a hockey referee with pictures wikihow.
Our job as referee, or linesman is to ensure the game is played safely and fairly, says phil power. The hockey canada rulebook provides indepth explanation and examples of all rules governing hockey in canada the hockey canada officiating program guides the development and utilization of. Ice hockey is most popular in canada, central and eastern europe, the nordic countries, russia, and the united states. Updated daily with news and features from over writers worldwide. The official rules of ice hockey is the essential resource for player s, coach es, referees, parents and fans. Queens county minor hockey association powered by goalline. Where conflict arises, the nssaf regulation as outlined in the current nssaf handbook will apply. Rule book and interpretations is available from field hockey nova scotias web site at. Hockey nova scotia minor council rules hnsmc hockey ns. Hockey canada 2008 official case rule book hockeycanada. Hockey canada officiating program hcop referee certification clinics. Referees case bookrule combination hockey nova scotia. Sackville minor hockey referees powered by goalline. Hockey nova scotia requires that you remain an official for a minimum of two years at each level before you can advance to the next level.
To supervise and instruct the fundamentals, rules of game and recreational needs of minor hockey. Interesting facts and sports stories sports trivia 1 bill oneill. Officiating resources glace bay minor hockey association. Grant would have been acutely aware of the origin of the game of ice hockey and the games equipment in nova scotia. The referees case bookrule combination is up to date as of may 2008 and will take effect at the beginning of. Ed flood, refereeinchief for hockey newfoundland and labrador, was among the delegates who attended the annual general meeting with representatives of minor hockey branches from coasttocoast. There are 11 players on a team made up of a goalkeeper, defenders, midfielders and attackers. The sport is known to be fastpaced and physical, with teams usually fielding six players at a time. Attend a usa hockey officiating seminar anywhere in the country you do not have to attend one in your home area necessarily. London canadians 1927 face off patton book detail 1 patton book detail 2. Bc hockey officials are required to enter all game incident reports into the hockey. When players are penalized at a stoppage of play so as to result in penalties being placed on the penalty time clock to one team, the ensuing faceoff shall be conducted at one of the two faceoff spots in the offending teams end zone. When players are penalized at a stoppage of play so as to result in penalties being placed on the penalty time clock to one team, the ensuing faceoff shall be. Hockey referee, hockey referee assigning organization.
Richard doerksen, western hockey league, referee inchief mr. Download the official hockey canadas rule book and other valuable resources for referees, linesmen, coaches, players and fans. Ca hockey canada referees case bookrule combination 20182020 5 official caserule book 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 hockey under the jurisdiction of hockey canada. Ed flood, referee inchief for hockey newfoundland and labrador, was among the delegates who attended the annual general meeting with representatives of minor hockey branches from coasttocoast. The hockey referee assigning organization hrao is dedicated ncaa division 3 college ice hockey officiating. They are recognized as meeting or exceeding the high standards embraced by the member clubs and provincial branches in. Hockey referee gear returns are always free at the. The rules of hockey are very similar to the rules of football except that players must use sticks instead of their feet to play the ball. Shauna neary has been selected as a referee for the female championship in charlottetown, pei. Major midget rule change hockey nova scotia officiating.
The referees case book rule combination is up to date as of may 2008 and will. Nova scotia junior hockey league hockey powered by goalline. Mail in the usa hockey referee application form along with the appropriate fee directly to usa hockey in colorado. Major midget rule change hockey nova scotia officiating program. Referee certification course the certification program consists of a 1day course that includes both classroom and rink sessions. The spandex makes the pants comfortable, resistant to sweat, elastic, and strong.
This publication combines hockey canada official rule book with situations cases related to the of ficial rules. Nova scotia regional junior hockey league powered by goalline. Jun 14, 2018 rule changes for the 20182019 season were made during the annual general meeting of hockey canada in ottawa back in november. Although the rule is being used in nova scotia, its not currently in the hockey canada rulebook. Founded in 2009, the hockey writers is a premier destination for news and information on everything hockey. This will be used this weekend, with the regular season beginning saturday. Hockey canada officiating downloads rule book and case book.
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