Rule 15 rule 35 table of contents national hockey league official rules 20152016 vii section 1 playing area. Founded in 1890 to govern amateur hockey in ontario, the ontario hockey association oha is the governing body for the majority of junior and senior teams in the province of ontario. Junior b rules supplement 20162017 junior b rules supplement 20162017 season introduction the pacific junior hockey league pjhl, vancouver island junior hockey league vijhl, and the kootenay international junior hockey league kijhl are members of bc hockey and therefore abide by the playing rules set out by hockey canada. Junior hockey leagues in the united states and canada are considered amateur with some exceptions and operate within regions of each country in canada, the highest level is major junior, and is governed by the canadian hockey league, which itself has three. The oha is a member of the ontario hockey federation ohf and by virtue of ohf membership, hockey canada. Junior b rules supplement 202014 junior b rules supplement 202014 season introduction the pacific junior hockey league pjhl, vancouver island junior hockey league vijhl, and the kootenay international junior hockey league kijhl are members of bc hockey and therefore abide by the playing rules set out by hockey canada. In all games, the officials shall approach each bench and meet the coaches. The officials rules of ice hockey is the essential resource for players, coaches, referees, parents and fans. Failure to comply with this rule may result in the immediate expulsion from the game of the offending. 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. General manager sean burke and the rest of hockey canadas top braintrust were at the world junior hockey championship for their final. Canada olympic hockey team sizes up juniors the star. Coverage of the iihf world junior hockey championships. Referees case bookrule combination hockey nova scotia.
However, most of the players coming to us are doing so with the intention of developing and moving on to higher levels of hockey. Rules changes the fih tournament regulations which have been incorporated into the rules of hockey for 2015 are breaking at a penalty corner, the two minute green card and the use of the stick above the shoulder. Use the search bar above or click on sections to navigate the vast hockey resources including rules, descriptions, casebook examples and videos. Since 1970, canadian junior hockey has been divided into two categories. Bc hockey is a nonprofit organization and member of hockey canada in charge of governing amateur hockey at all levels in british columbia and the yukon territory. Any questions can be directed to hockey alberta at email protected. The official rules of ice hockey is the essential resource for players, coaches, referees, parents and fans. Cpjhl is sanctioned as a tier iii league by the united hockey union.
The canadian junior hockey league held its annual meeting just over a week ago in charlottetown, prince edward island. The official website of hockey canada minor hockey, team. Approximately 150 minor hockey associations, 55,000 players, 4,500 referees, 20,000 official volunteers and countless others make our great game possible here in pacific canada. There are 11 players on a team made up of a goalkeeper, defenders, midfielders and attackers.
Boys hockey 201415 6 returns to play after serving the penalty. Both groups are the national rule making bodies for their respective countries. Hockey canada controls a vast majority of ice hockey in canada, with a few exceptions. Junior hockey is a level of competitive ice hockey generally for players between 16 and 21 years of age. Need to get a rule refresher or want to expand your knowledge of the game. Decision day closes in for 10 on entrylevel contracts. These forms are provided for the use of usa hockey registered junior tier i, ii and iii leagues and teams.
The official rules of ice hockey is the essential resource for player s, coach es, referees, parents and fans. Mhl launches thank you campaign in support of front line workers fighting covid19. Get all your guidelines and forms here, from guidelines for international transfers, dropadd forms, tryout notices and officials game reports. As a hockey canada rule a player receiving a 10minute misconduct. Decision day is coming for some of the top rookies in the nhl. Candian junior hockey league player movement and import rules. 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. Proposals for player movement and import restrictions were discussed and new rules have been adopted. The canadian junior hockey league cjhl is an association of canadian junior a ice hockey leagues and teams and was formed in november 1993, emerging from the canada west association of junior a hockey. Please see the official rule and resources book of usa hockey and the north american 3 hockey league na3hl. The only player on the field who is allowed to use their feet and hands as well as their stick is the goalkeeper.
The hockey canada concussion awareness app brings head safety info to your phone. The cjhl also adopted an interleague playertransfer freeze that will cut off movement from december 10 to january 1 each year, and a return to team rule has been introduced for players returning from other levels of hockey, including ncaa, canadian university and the major junior canadian hockey league. Mcguigan earned the recognition following a national. The hockey canada network app is the premier resource for hockey drills, skills and learning resources. 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. The canadian junior hockey league, in conjunction with the nhl coaches association, announced wednesday, april 29th that billy mcguigan of the summerside western capitals mhl has been named the 201920 recipient of the darcy hauganmark cross memorial award, emblematic of cjhl coach of the year. The usa hockey mobile rulebook is the digital version of the current usa hockey rulebook.
Former senators assistant andre tourigny to coach 2021 world junior team. Learn more hockey rules, official mentorship, the level system and more. Ages as of december 31 the calgary junior hockey league junior b allows a limited number of overage players pursuant to the hockey canada rules and as authorized for junior hockey in alberta by hockey alberta. Official online rule and resources book the junior hockey supplement discipline outlines the what the disciplinary actions are for a variety of penalties. The hockey canada rulebook provides indepth explanation and examples of all rules governing hockey in canada the hockey canada officiating program guides the. Included are usa hockeys official playing rules and interpretations, referee signals and detailed rink diagrams.
As a result of hockey canada s focus on fair play and improved communication between officials, coaches and players, hockey canada has implemented the following process. The referees case bookrule combination is up to date as of may 2008 and will take effect at the beginning of the 200809 hockey season. Rule 35 table of contents national hockey league official rules 20152016. Note it is the responsibility of the referee to award goals and assists strictly in accordance with the provisions of this rule and his decision shall be final. This book may not be reproduced in whole or in part in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including. World junior hockey and team canada news toronto star. Canadian hockey parents familiar with halfice u9 games are fully behind the initiative because it promotes skill development, selfconfidence, teamwork and fun. Candian junior hockey league player movement and import. 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. Hockey canada officiating downloads rule book and case book. Ten players remain on nhl rosters who are approaching the 10game threshold that could determine if their entrylevel contracts start. Junior hockey leagues in the united states and canada are considered amateur with some exceptions and operate within regions of each country. Thats the question many struggling junior operators are asking themselves this season.
Canadian major junior hockey is governed by the canadian hockey league chl that encompasses the three big canadian leagues. Included are usa hockey s official playing rules and interpretations, referee signals and detailed rink diagrams. Foreword this hockey rule book has been compiled and edited by hockey canada. Junior c 18, 19, 20 and a maximum of four 21 year olds junior b 18, 19 and 20 year olds recreational league 11 through 20 year olds note. 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.
Referees case book rule combination 20182020 hockey canada. Download the official hockey canadas rule book and other valuable resources for referees, linesmen, coaches, players and fans. This book may not be reproduced in whole or in part in any formor by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording. The current cbha regulations are subject to change at each general meeting of provincial presidents. Information and philosophies about junior hockey and junior hockey classifications. The hockey canada rule book app brings every rule to your mobile device. Official rule book the rules shall be those published by the hockey canada along with the c.
The usa hockey mobile rulebook is the digital version of. The champion of the canadian junior hockey league wins the centennial cup. Scheduling the scheduling of games will be done in may for the following year at the annual c. 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. Eligibility exception for junior boys hockey goalie. Hockey canada is not too much different from usa hockey. The official rules of inline hockey amateur athletic union. In years past cjhl teams were allowed a total of eight import players. A copy of the rulebook is distributed to each team at the start of each year.
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