Unfortunately, due to federal and trademark laws, we are prohibited from publishing the current rule book on our website. Water polo rules proposals are considered annually in april. Be advised that the nfhs charges for rule books and mobile applications. The rule was updatedto comply with current requirements of suit manufacturers. The new rules book clarifies that backstroke wedges are not allowed in any high school competitions. How well do you know the nfhs rules for high school sports. National federation of state high school associations water. Welcome to splash zone, the homepage for nfhs swimming and diving and water polo officials information.
No one may republish any material contained herein without the prior written consent of the nfhs. Tennessee high school water polo league american water polo. Rounds and sessions were used interchangeably in the rules book and clarity was necessary when referencing sessions during and 11dive competition. The service provides automated computer translations that are only an. Contains the official rules for water polo, and are designed to explain all aspects of the game. Teampages provides amateur sport teams with free and easy to use team websites to post their schedules, scores, news, photos, videos, and updates.
Clarifies the range of water polo facility dimensions. Rules book the case plays are being recodified to eliminate redundancy and to provide clarity and consistency with other nfhs rules books. If necessary, the officials will meet to collaborate, discuss their calls, and determine to whom the possession is restored to. Water polo rules changes 201820 by nfhs on april 27, 2018 141, 142. Nfhs spirit rules books are located in each ads app. Water polo uniform rules 201820 by on august 01, 2019 water polo. Each game consists of four quarters of play each lasting six minutes.
How to avoid shallow water blackout never hyperventilate never ignore the. Teampages makes team management and communication easy. Ensure any water polo ball used in cif competition has the nfhs authenticationmark. However, if you wish to purchase a rulebook for yourself, nfhs has made some mobile friendly apps for your phone. The rules require a minimum of two shot clocks, each located at one corner of the pool see rule 12 and the diagram on page 147 of the nfhs water polo rules book for location of shot clocks. For your convenience, nfhs offers rules and case books in multiple formats. One minute break between the first and third quarter two minute halftime break and each team gets two full time outs. Nfhs announces plans to launch center for officials services officials news longtime new jersey sports reporter stays in the game by becoming. Pool markers rule 16, page 84if long, horizontal markers are used on the pool deck, the white marker shall be. However, if you wish to purchase a rulebook for yourself, nfhs has made some mobile friendly apps.
Page 85 appendix c201516 nfhs water polo rules makes a pushing motion away from the referees body starting from a horizontal position. Rule interpretations, points of emphasis and other documents related to the rules. Outlines the procedure the referee is to follow by contacting the host management to resolve a situation when a spectator becomes unruly and prevents the orderly progress of the game. To have full access to the site you must register under the registration tab. This test is based on the nfhs rulebook for 20182020. Coaches can browse through featured videos of stunts and read aacca and nfhs safety interpretations. P to indicate the ordinary foul of impeding an opponent. Nfhs rules apply for competition except the following. Please fill out the following form online and submit. The opportunity to participate in sports as a part of a young persons overall educational experience is a privilege that provides learning opportunities as an extension of the classroom. The nfhs is committed to using this site to deliver the most current online resources available to assist you in your season and your career. To access nfhs rules books click here once downloaded, if your book s do not appear, contact syoung at fhsaa dot org or call 3523729551 for assistance note.
Nfhs rule changes and interpretations california interscholastic. Improves clarity of application of the rule and consistency in language of same rule in all nfhs rules books. Please ensure any water polo ball used in cif competition has the nfhs authentication mark. Water polo april june 1 march 15 ice hockey april june 1 april 1. The nfhs swimming and diving rules committee meets. Coaches must access the nfhs spirit rules book through their ads account. What would be better to do in my opinion would be to go through the various sections of a rule book probably fina and discuss the important rules covered in each section, possibly in table format. The referee must report this deficiency immediately to the administrator in charge to see if it is possible to remedy this deficiency before the. For any officials that have attended either a tawpo inperson clinic, or a usawp referee school, or other tawpo approved training event in the last 12 months, this rules test will complete your training requirements to officiate tisca high school events. It is our intention to continually update this site, and we encourage you to visit splash zone frequently for new and valuable information. Collaboration between referees nfhs water polo rules state that the authority of the referees over the players, coaches and team. A the referee lowers the arm from a vertical position and blows. Womens olympic water polo qualifying tournament rescheduled for may.
Publications, educational services scorebooks rules powerpoints music materials. The nfhs swimming and diving rules committee meets annually in march to discuss rules change proposals, editorial changes and points of emphasis for the following season. Many of the rules of water polo are similar in many respects to basketball with fouls, free throws, and time limits for shooting among some of the main similarities. Additionally, a school representative must also verify that the water polo schedule is completely up to date on scorebook live. Welcome to the nfhs central hub dedicated entirely to members of the nfhs officials association. Spirit rules committee clarifies uses of assisted stunts.
Download nfhs rules and enjoy it on your iphone, ipad, and ipod touch. Handbooksforms california interscholastic federation. Below is a listing of the e books currently available for purchase. Gardner, publisher sandy searcy, editor nhis publications to maintain the sound traditions ot this sport, encourage sportsmanship and minimize. Girls and boys water polo ball pressure shall be inflated according to manufacturer. The rules of water polo are the rules and regulations which cover the play, procedure, equipment and officiating of water polo. For more information on national sports rules changes, please visit. So when mistakes or different calls from each official happen, the ball is called out of the water. It is the official rulebook for the cif and will govern all interscholastic girls. Ebooks are available via itunes and amazon, while print publications can be purchased. National federation of state high school associations. Dropped ball procedure amended in high school soccer officials news. All forms, links and materials of interest to referees.
Republication of all or any portion of this rules book on the internet or in print is expressly prohibited. Rules book beginning with 201819, the nfhs water polo rules book will transition to a twoyear publishing cycle. Nfhs has made their rule books available for download online. To be considered for the 2020 cif championship the form must be submitted no later than thursday, february 20 additionally, a school representative must also verify that the water polo schedule is completely up to date on scorebook live. Among the changes to high school swimming and diving rules for 201718 are ones that address risk minimization and. Jul 18, 2018 201820 water polo editorial changes rules book the case plays are being recodified to eliminate redundancy and to provide clarity and consistency with other nfhs rules books.
In both articles, the current ball size recommendations are outdated for both the boys and girls game and were removed from the rule book. Ebooks are available via itunes and amazon, while print publications can be purchased on nfhs. E books are available via itunes and amazon, while print publications can be purchased on nfhs. We believe you will find the information useful and utilize the resources to stay informed. Nfhs water polo is unique, in that it is played in an educationbased high school setting. The nfhs is proud to name lee sternberg of east canton high school in east canton, ohio as the 201718 boys cross cou. Ebooks are available via itunes and amazon, while print publications can be purchased on. Find out about the general rules of water polo including ordinary fouls, major fouls and personal fouls. The amazon versions can be downloaded and used on apple or android devices with the kindle app. For current information on water polo rules and officiating, please visit the new ncaa advantage website. These rules are similar throughout the world, although slight variations do occur regionally and depending on the governing body. Using the nfhs rules app you will be able to find out. Rules books and case books available as ebooks nfhs.
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