Games are 2x20 minute halves w/2-minute halftime. Games are on the 45m time block.
Game time will be kept on the sideline.
Penalties will be running time
Playing Rules
Note: The purpose of the Winter Thaw is as a “teaching tool” to prepare players and officials for the upcoming season.
Normal NFHS rules will apply including penalty time being served under a running clock.
Coaches are expected to keep the penalized player out of the game for the penalty time assessed.
Personal Fouls will be called VERY closely and lost-likely result in a multi-minute foul for the offending player.
No stick checks will be called by officials or coaches but a player may request his stick be checked for legality.
Ties will result in a braveheart because they are FUN!!. (1 goalie and 1 field player, goalie cannot cross midfield)
One 30 second time-out per HALF can be taken at any time per NFHS rules.
Ejections – 1st-sit out next game, 2nd-disqualified from any remaining games.
General Warnings
·Please be aware that balls can and will fly from fields (shots or passes) and cause serious bodily harm.
Do not sit directly behind goals or within reach of errant shots that could travel up to 50 yards from a goal.
Players, Coaches & Fans are always expected to act with class & sportsmanship. Failure to do so will risk player & team disqualification. If asked to leave the premises, please do so immediately or the proper authorities will be called.
