Ice Hockey Rules Iihf

The nhl s rule book is the basis for the rule books of most north american professional leagues.

Ice hockey rules iihf. The rules of the iihf are intended to promote skill and athleticism in. For iihf championships the protective glass and end zone nets are obligatory. This is the version for the iihf ice hockey world championship and division i. In case of advertising allowed on the boards the lines shall a t least be marked on the kick plate.

Rule 1 international ice hockey federation iihf as governing body 14 section 1 competition standards 15 rule 2 gender participation 15 rule 3 player eligibility age 15 rule 4 on ice officials 15 rule 5 proper authorities and discipline 15 rule 6 doping 16 rule 7 terminology 16 section 2 the rink 20. On open air rinks all of the lines and and face off spots outlined in rules 112 and 113 shall be marked by two lines 5 cm wide. The iihf has produced and distributed the championship regulations to all iihf member national associations to direct and guide the host in the administrative organisation and operation of an iihf sanctioned championship. To assist game officials team officials and players with the transition to the new rule book a 2018 2022 new rules overview bulletin has been developed which details the major and minor changes to the rule book.

Rule 1 international ice hockey federation iihf as governing body i. The entire width of the line shall be considered as part of the zone that the puck is in. The iihf amateur and nhl rules evolved separately from amateur and professional canadian ice hockey rules of the early 1900s.