The rules changes were recommended by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs spirit rules committee at its march 24 meeting and. The national federation of state high school associations nfhs spirit rules book shall govern the tournament, with hhsaa modifications as necessary. Nfhs rules are used by educationbased and noneducationbased organizations serving children of varying skill levels who are of high school age and younger. Guidance for state associations to consider in reopening high scho. Peek, the spring 2011 intern in the nfhs publicationscommunications. Gilliland has received several coachoftheyear honors and has served on the nfhs basketball, softball and spirit rules committees. Nfhs launches first rules application for mobile devices. The national federation of state high school associations nfhs football playing rules reflect a national perspective based on decisions that best serve the needs of the sport on a national level.
For further assistance in understanding rules andor. Major revisions to rule 2 include but are not limited to. The spirit rules book was also reorganized to better serve the coaches and other readers, loomis added. Nfhs rules are used by educationbased and noneducationbased. National federation publications order form available from. Nfhs national federation of state high school associations is the author of 201415 nfhs spirit rules book 3. Through 2011, players of the opposing teams shall wear jerseys of. These changes were subsequently approved by the nfhs board of directors.
National federation of state high school associations take part. National federation of state high school associations nfhs. Aug 11, 2014 cheer safe published nfhs releases cheerleading rules for 20142015, including the link to order the book its also the perfect time for school cheerleading coaches and administrators to order their copies of the national federation of state high school associations 20142015 spirit rules book which has just been released. Rules book and the 201112 nfhs basketball case book into one searchable mobile app. Uhsaa and nfhs spirit safety rules and assess penalty violations for said rules 2points per routine judge. Rules changes approved in high school spirit press. Developed in partnership with arbitersports, the 201112 nfhs basketball rules app is available at this time for android devices only. Allows a slight point during a forward roll where the top persons hands and feet are off of the ground at the same time. Modified the bat rule involving composite baseball bats. Revised language was written to match the basketball rules book to create consistency across activities. Nfhs football rules is the sole and exclusive source of binding rules interpretations for contests involving its member schools. F5 makes the catch and throws to f3 in an attempt to double off r1 at first base.
Additional nfhs publications may be ordered online at form 20 revised 2011 201112 soccer rules book boys and girls 201112 volleyball rules book. Nfhs rules can be found in the nfhs spirit rules book. Rules changes approved in high school spirit press releases. State rules interpreters may contact the nfhs for model rules interpretations. Sections in all rules have been revised, reordered, combined or eliminated. Nfhs rules changes concerning risk michigan high school. Fhsaa competitive cheerleading guidelines all bylaws, policies and administrative procedures ap can be found in the fhsaa handbook.
Developed in partnership with arbitersports, the 2011 12 nfhs basketball rules app is available at this time for android devices only. To view videos, use the search or select a specific rule. Add the word not in the last sentence as noted below. Page 3 201112 changes201112 nfhs basketball case part 1 comments on the 201112 revisions center circle line specifications 1. The definition section is in alphabetical order with no sections and no articles. Additional nfhs publications may be ordered online at. Feb 15, 2011 national federation announces new spirit rules feb 15, 2011 indianapolis the new high school spirit rules changes approved by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs spirit rules committee at its january meeting minimize the risk potential created by certain performance surfaces, props or stunts. Nfhs rulebooks categories 2020 baseball rules book price. Nov 10, 2011 the 2011 12 nfhs basketball rules application app, which is now available in the android market, combines the 2011 12 nfhs basketball rules book and the 2011 12 nfhs basketball case book into one searchable mobile app. Risk minimization remains theme of 202021 high school spirit rules changes. If dismounted to cradles, there must be three catchers for each top person being cradled. Indianapolis, in april 3, 2019 rules related to minimizing risk of injury to dance and cheer team members are among 29 rules revisions for the 201920 high school spirit season.
Aacca safety certification all head coaches must be aacca safety certified. National federation of state high school associations spirit. Softballs dynamic stiffness of 12 softball shall not exceed 7,500 poundsinch. The term top person has replaced flyer throughout the book. Each state high school association adopting these nfhs soccer rules is the.
The material is crossreferenced to display related content, and is offered as a companion piece to the printed books. Nfhs 2010 football rules book roanoke county parks rec. See all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. The throw is high and f3 leaps to make the catch and lands on the colored base in foul territory before r1 touches the white portion. Spirit participants shall remain outside of the playing area during a 30second or less timeout during a basketball game.
Rules books and case books available as ebooks nfhs. The requirement that the feet remain at or below the waist remove the. Adds the words extended stunts that stop to allow for showandgo and upandover stunts. National federation of state high school associations.
There are no changes to rule 2 general risk management remains the same for all spirit groups. Reorganization of the nfhs spirit rules book rule 1 definitions sec 1 stunts sec 2 stunting personnel sec 3 nonrelease stunts sec 4 release stunts sec 5 suspended stunts sec 6 dismounts sec 7 tumbling sec 8 body positions sec 9 tumbling sec 10 props sect 11 rule 2 risk management. Reorganization of the nfhs spirit rules book non release stunts section 5 p. National federation announces new spirit rules north. Nebraska, rhode island students selected as recipients of spirit of. Tickets online 2019 vhsl cheer championships online program. It provides a variety of program initiatives that reach the 18,500 high schools and over 11 million students involved in athletic and activity programs. Spirit rules revisions focus on minimizing risk in cheer, dance.
Nfhs volleyball rules changespress release get official products. The basketball case book has been designated as an official supplement to the rules book by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs. Nfhs national federation of state high school associations. She currently chairs the nfhs softball rules committee. A complete listing of all rules changes approved by the committee is available on the nfhs web site at. The nfhs spirit rules book may be obtained from the ghsa, p. The referee has authority to rule promptly, and in the spirit of good. No other model rules interpretations should be considered. Modified the bat rule involving composite baseball bats effective 201011 school year and defining the various components of baseball bats and the. For more information on national sports rules changes, please visit.
National federation of state high school associations 201112 nfhs soccer rules powerpoint nfhs interpretation policy the nfhs is the sole and exclusive source of interpretations of nfhs soccer rules. The coach shall not seek an advantage by circumvention of the spirit or letter of the rules. The 201112 nfhs basketball rules application app, which is now available in the android market, combines the 201112 nfhs basketball rules book and the 201112 nfhs basketball case book into one searchable mobile app. The nfhs is the sole and exclusive source of model interpretations of nfhs rules. These include the football rules book, case book, handbook, simplified and illustrated rules, rules. All situations relevant to specific rules appear after sections in rules 2 and 3. These books are designed to explain all aspects of the game. Each participant must be eligible under the rules of hisher league and under the eligibility requirements specified by the hhsaa. If a competitor is required to be a member of a high school drill team in order to compete as a soloist, she must also follow these rules and will be assessed penalties for violations of said rules in all uhsaa sanctioned competitions. She was inducted into ahsaa sports hall of fame in 2011 and the marion county sports hall of fame in 2001.
Stunt has potential to transform cheerleading culture. Rules book and the 2011 12 nfhs basketball case book into one searchable mobile app. Rules books which are published by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs contain the official rules for high school sports. A complete listing of all rules changes approved by the. Revises language to match basketball rules book on spirit squad location during basketball games. Spirit participants shall stand outside the freethrow lane lines extended toward the sidelines throughout a basketball game. Seven former standout athletes headline 2020 class of national high. Any violation of the 2011 2012 nfhs spirit rules book 3. The following stunts are prohibited at by nfhs rules. The national federation of state high school associations is the body that writes the rules for high school spirit teams. State rules interpreters may contact the nfhs for soccer rules interpretations. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Nov 02, 2011 the 2011 12 nfhs basketball rules application app, which is now available in the android market, combines the 2011 12 nfhs basketball rules book and the 2011 12 nfhs basketball case book into one searchable mobile app.
They are used by coaches, officials, players and many fans who wish to know more about the rules of the game. Therefore, the purposes of the playing rules are to. Dive roll an airborne forward roll where the feet of the performer are at or above the performers waist prior to the hands making contact with the performing surface. National spirit coach of the year 201718 201920 rules changes approved in high school spirit.
Any person having questions about the interpretation of nfhs football rules should contact the football rules interpreter designated by his or her state high school association. Also, the net sleeve will allow teams to promote school spirit and have. Backboard red or led light permitted to signal the expiration of time. Basket tosses and twisting dismountsreleasetumbling also have limitations this year. The case book is universally used by officials who are interested in basketball game administration. The nfhs spirit rules writing committees consist of experts in the give\. The spirit rules book to facilitate the navigation of the nfhs spirit rules book, the following guidance is offered. Spirit rules changes utah high school activities association. Clarifying when and how coaches can communicate with players highlighted the high school soccer rules changes approved by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs soccer rules committee at its january 2123 meeting in indianapolis. Section 4 stunt personnel is a combination of old sections 4 spotting and 5 base. Member associations of the nfhs independently make decisions regarding compliance with or modification of these playing rules for the studentathletes in their respective states.