To download the latest version, please click on the link below. It is based in zurich, switzerland, and has 81 members. A few weeks earlier, while on the phone to mark weber, the administrative assistant of ice hockey australias womens council and the australian womens ice hockey league awihl, wed discussed the upcoming finals at the icehouse, the premier facility in australia by the way. The 2019 edition of the rulebook, which comes into effect on january. Asked about possible rule changes including rules on the dislocation of the goal frame, fasel noted that changes are being processed in the usual fouryear cycle. This, of course, meaning that a player can be injured and the. The official rules of ice hockey is the essential resource for players, coaches, referees, parents and fans. The ice hockey world championships are an annual ice hockey tournament organized by the international ice hockey federation iihf. The ihuk referee section has prepared the attached briefing which goes through all of the changes to. The most ambitious and important writing andrew podnieks has ever had the honour to produce, this book was commissioned by the iihf and required a total rewriting and reinterpreting of the iihf rule book which governs all of international hockey and is translated into 26 languages. The international ice hockey federation has a book of sport regulations to govern all iihf events. Iihf ice hockey official rule book pdf download option. A late penalty to sabres mohak issar tilted the game back in the wolf packs favour and veteran luke zvonicek played hero with the game winning goal on the power play. It is meant to aid in the decisionmaking process on what kind of ice rink to build.
Teamplayer list affiliation form usahhc agreement ushl only. Official rule book of hockey canada mission statement we dedicate ourselves to the advancement of amateur hockey for all individuals, through progressive leadership, by ensuring meaningful opportunities and enjoyable experiences in a safe sportsmanlike environment. In case of any inconsistency or discrepancy, the printed iihf version of the official rule book will take precedence and will prevail. These may not be altered in any way without consent from an iihf representative.
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. I am new to hockey and was watching an iihf game yesterday and thought the game was super tame compared to nhl games. Press conference international ice hockey federation iihf. We update our rulebook every two years so its worth checking you have the latest version. At the convenience of the touch of a button, you can be sure to have the latest rules of outdoor hockey onthego. Women olympic international ice hockey federation iihf. This section is for those who would like to download the official rule book we recommend reading through the simplified guide to ice hockey rules and regulations first the portable document format may be useful once you are familiar with the basic version. Hockey canada is the national governing body for hockey in canada, working with its member branches and local minor hockey associations to grow the game at all levels, including minor hockey and canadas national teams. Click the tabs below to find content related to usa hockey playing rules, officiating education, local. Vancouver team usa will face finland in the semifinals of the mens hockey competition at the 2010 winter olympics after a nail biting game against switzerland in the quarterfinals. The best team of the season having accumulated the highest number of points at the end of the league is crowned champion and receives the fih hockey pro league trophy. Goaltender pants are produced by an iihf supplier to specific iihf guidelines.
The iihf also published a rule book for inline hockey. Iihf official rule book iihf international ice hockey. The iihf video goal judge system guidelines outline the technical specifications and operation of the system used major iihf championships for the video goal judge and coaches challenge. Now he looks back to leading germany to a silver medal. Age category refers to a players status for an entire hockey season. Information ogqmd international ice hockey federation iihf. The rules of the iihf are intended to promote skill and athleticism in. The ice hockey world championships are an annual international mens ice hockey tournament organized by the international ice hockey federation iihf. Foreword this hockey rule book has been compiled and. Congress delegates will vote about proposed changes for the 20142018 iihf rule book in may during the 2014 iihf ice hockey world championship. The usa hockey mobile rulebook is the digital version of the current usa hockey rulebook. Ice hockey world championships international hockey wiki.
Use the search bar above or click on sections to navigate the vast hockey resources including rules, descriptions, casebook examples and videos. It is based on the rankings of the four most recent iihf ice hockey world championships and of the last olympic mens ice hockey tournament including qualification tournaments. The international ice hockey federation iihf as governing body i. When a scrum continues while the linesmen are separating the players, assess penalties. The olympic winter games are officiated according to iihf rule book. The current iihf rules differ slightly from the rules used in the nhl. The iihf have published the new iihf official rule book for the period 2018 to. 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 videos below have also been developed to provide a visual aid on how changes to the rule book will be officiated moving forward. The iihf arena guide international ice hockey federation. 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 signal. Outdoor hockey 11 aside get the interactive fih rules of hockey app now. Iihf officiating coaches prepare for the season ahead. The 2017 iihf world championship, the 2017 edition of the annual ice hockey world championships, was hosted by paris, france, and cologne, germany, from 5 to 21 may 2017.
International ice hockey federation iihf on facebook. This website is powered by the sportsengine platform, but is owned by and subject to the usa hockey officiating rulebook mobile site privacy policy. Nhl green name and logo, nhl vault, hockey is for everyone, nhl thanksgiving showdown name and logo, nhl centennial. The iihf member national associations who we are president organization inside iihf marketing sustainability publications. Click here to download the iihfs rule book and sport regulations. Rule 1 international ice hockey federation iihf as governing body i. New rule book is here iihf international ice hockey.
The iihf have published the new iihf official rule book for the period 2018 to 2022 and it brings with it some substantive changes to the playing rules. Follow usa hockey on youtube 2020 sportsengine, inc. The new iihf rule book is valid as of now and can be downloaded on iihf. The iihf was created in 1908 while the european championships, the precursor to the world championships, were first held in 1910. Something ill never forget being done with nhl hockey, canadian forward andrew ebbett didnt really consider playing for olympic medals until recently. The 2018 olympics hockey tournament in pyeongchang wont have nhl players, and it doesnt use the nhl rulebook. Iihf inline rule book iihf international ice hockey. Nhl, the nhl shield, the word mark and image of the stanley cup, the stanley cup playoffs logo, the stanley cup final logo, center. The iihf has assigned the referees and linesmen for most of the 20192020 season. Click here for more information on the iihf world ranking system. The ice hockey world championships are an annual mens ice hockey tournament organized by the international ice hockey federation iihf. Qualifications to the 2015 iihf inline hockey world championship the two remaining spots in the 2015 iihf inline hockey world championship division i go to two qualifiers, one from europe and one from the rest of the world.
This website is powered by the sportsengine platform, but is owned by and subject to the usa hockey privacy policy. The official website of hockey canada minor hockey, team. Covering the mustknow for both players and umpires including a quiz feature and videos. The iihf official rule book is applicable to all iihf competitions, olympic competitions and qualifications thereto and all other international games as established by the iihf and as defined by iihf bylaw 0. Many consider the united states the top womens ice hockey nation having won seven of the eight last womens worlds. The international ice hockey federation has a book of sport regulations to. First officially held at the 1920 summer olympics, it is the sports highest profile annual international tournament. It maintains the iihf world ranking based on international ice hockey tournaments.
The new rule will be in effect immediately, beginning with the start of the 201112 season. Rule 182 goaltender as captain or alternate captain i. Heres a look at the differences between the rule books of the nhl and the iihf, who oversees olympic hockey. Men olympic international ice hockey federation iihf. Rule 1001 the international ice hockey federation iihf as governing body of inline hockey i. This guide is a collection of resources designed for anyone planning to build an ice rink. Welcome to the youtube channel of the international ice hockey federation. The official tournament mascots were asterix and obelix, the main characters from popular french comic book series the adventures of asterix. The world championships have been open to all players, both professional and amateur.
And this brings with it a new iihf rule book valid for the next four years. It is based in zurich, switzerland, and maintains the international ice hockey rulebook, processes international player transfers, dictates officiating guidelines and is responsible for the management of international ice hockey tournaments. Approved at the hockey canada annual general meeting in calgary, alta. Shokhina suspended anna shokhina of the olympic athletes from russia womens ice hockey team was suspended two games due to a kicking infraction in the bronze medal game. The mens ice hockey tournament will be officiated according to the fourman system. List of members of the international ice hockey federation. The rules of the iihf are intended to promote skill and athleticism in a safe environment. Public announcer scripts for iihf world championships. International ice hockey federation new south wales. The fih hockey pro league is the annual global league involving hockeys best national teams in the world, men and women. The iihf official rule book is applicable to all iihf competitions. Rules and regulations iihf international ice hockey. His love of baseball and his passion for history inspired zachary to pen both hockey hero and the bambino and me.
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