WINTER THAW RULES

Game Administration

• NFHS Rules apply except where noted below.
• Games are 2x18 minute halves w/2-minute halftime for 4 game pools.
• Games are 2x25 minute w/2-minute halftime for 3 games pools.
• Game time will be kept on the sideline.
• Penalties will be running time for the player ONLY. Teams will play even strength.

Playing Rules

• 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.
• Fouls will be called VERY closely and lost-likely result in a multi-minute foul for the offending player.
• Stick inspections will NOT be called by officials or coaches but a player may request his stick be checked for legality for information only.
• Ties are ties today. No bravehearts.
• NO TIMEOUTS!
• Ejections – 1^st-sit out next game, 2^nd-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.