They are made and published by the nfhs in response to situations presented. Federation track and field rule book are the property of the national federation of state high school associations and are reprinted with its permission. Attend a mpssaasponsored rules interpretation clinic for the current year. Effective with the 2015 high school track and field season, the prohibition of jewelry will be eliminated. Gardner, publisher becky oakes, editor nfhs publications to maintain the sound traditions of this sport, encourage sportsmanship and minimize the inherent risk of injury, the national federation of state high school associations writes playing rules for varsity competition among studentathletes of high school age. There are variations included in the following diagrams that are requirements and recommendations for facilities governed by the national federation of state high school associations. Indianapolis, in january 31, 2018 a new penalty and signal related to unnecessary delay and a new procedure for warming up between sets that minimizes risk of injury are. Risk minimization remains theme of 202021 high school.
High school today, the national voice of educationbased athletic and fine arts activities, is the newest nfhs publication. View all track and field rules committee welcomes new members 2020 1. National federation of state high school associations. National federation of state high school associations membership 50 member state associations and d. Sports officials application, rule book order forms, state officials nomination ballot and more. Iii rule 433 nf rules book page 24 removing any part of the uniform excluding shoes in an. By nfhs on april 14, 2020 providing more clarity on a proper race finish and official timing procedures are among the noteworthy high school swimming and diving rules changes for the 202021 school year. Seven rules changes were recommended by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs track and field and cross country rules committee at its june 1012 meeting in indianapolis, and all changes were subsequently approved by the nfhs board of directors. This was one of several rules changes recommended by the national federation of state.
Information pertaining to the 2019 track and field rules interpretation meetings. Published by the national federation of state high. The committees recommendations were subsequently approved by the. Published by the national federation of state high school. Gardner, publisher theresia wynns, editor nfhs publications to maintain the sound traditions of this sport, encourage sportsmanship and minimize the inherent risk of injury, the national federation of state high school associations writes playing rules for varsity competition among. At lower levels of competition, specifically junior high, the explanation of the rule and violation may be much lengthier than at higher levels of competition. All or portions of each publication are made available as they are published as portable document format pdf files for download into your computer.
National leadership organization for high school sports and fine arts activities. Gardner, publisher bob colgate, editor nfhs publications to maintain the sound traditions of this sport, encourage sportsmanship and minimize the inherent risk of injury, the national federation of state high school associations writes playing rules for varsity competition among studentathletes of high school age. As part of membership, each official will receive a national federation of state high school associations rule book in the sport, the state rules interpretation clinic, the national federation rules examination. These revisions were among the rules changes recommended by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs volleyball rules committee at its january 79 meeting in indianapolis and subsequently approved by the nfhs board of directors. Indianapolis rules books and case books produced by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs are now available for purchase online in electronicbook format. Track and field rules interpretations publishers note. The ghsa is a member of the national federation of state high school associations an organization of state high school associations united to solve problems common to such organizations and to secure the benefit of cooperative research and action.
Ebooks are available via itunes and amazon, while print publications can be purchased on. Nfhs reaches more than 19,000 high schools and 12 million participants in high school activity programs, including more than 7. The nfhs writes playing rules for 17 sports for boys and girls at the high school level. Supplemental publications include the fhsaa member school directory. Nfhs cheerleading rules changes approved in high school. Explain the rule and the violation to swimmers andor coaches when requested to do so.
High school students are eligible to obtain a license and officiate subvarsity and junior high contests as of the 201920 school year. National federation of state high school associations vision the national federation of state high school associations nfhs is the national leader for educationbased high school athletics and activities, which prepare tomorrows leaders for the next level of life through innovative programs, healthy participation, achievement, and. National federation of state high school associations vision the national federation of state high school associations nfhs is the national leader for educationbased high school athletics and activities, which prepare tomorrows leaders for the next level of life through innovative programs, healthy participation. Officials gear cliff keen athletic largest supplier of officiating gear in the world at special factory wholesale pricing through the cliff keen athletic national alliance program. Be a member in good standing with a local mpssaa recognized officials association. This was one of several rules changes recommended by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs track and field rules committee at its june 1618 meeting in indianapolis. Fosbury changed high jump during oregon high school days. Be at least 18 years of age and a high school graduate. Simplification of uniform rule continues in high school track and. Seven former standout athletes headline 2020 class of national high. Officials from outofstate must obtain a valid ihsaa license to officiate within iowa. State high school associations are responsible for conduct.
The nfhs track and field and cross country case book is designated as a supplement. These rules have been adopted as official by the national federation of state high school associations and are recommended for use in all schools and allied organizations. A study of high school track and field outdoor championships based on the events endorsed by the national federation of state high school associations by peter j titlebaum. Cover photos courtesy of pam wagner, colorado high school activities association. For your convenience, nfhs offers rules and case books in multiple formats.
Through its 50 member state associations and the district of columbia, the nfhs reaches more than 19,500 high schools and 12 million participants in high school activity programs, including more than 7. Do not give advice to swimmers or coaches on rule violations. Their use will standardize interscholastic track and field and cross country competition within each state and throughout the nation. National federation of state high school associations, 1981. All rules changes were subsequently approved by the nfhs board of directors. The national federation of state high school associations nfhs is the body that writes the rules of competition for most high school sports and activities in the united states. The national federation of state high school associations nfhs is the national leader for educationbased high school athletics and activities, which prepare tomorrows leaders for the next level of life through innovative programs, healthy participation, achievement, and.
Based in indianapolis, the nfhs is the rules authority for high school sports in the united states. Volleyball rule book by national federation of state high school associations. All licenses expire annually after the state baseball tournament and must be renewed within one year of expiration. These rules changes were among those recommended by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs field hockey rules committee at its january 1012 meeting in indianapolis. The national federation of state high school associations is the only source of official high school interpretations. Fhsaa rules and policies are published annually in the fhsaa handbook, fhsaa sports manuals and the fhsaa officials guidebook. Nfhss headquarters are located in white river state park in indianapolis, indiana.
Indianapolis, in july 14, 2014 effective with the 2015 high school track and field season, the prohibition of jewelry will be eliminated. National federation of state high school associations nfhs located in indianapolis, in est. The national federation of state high school associations nfhs learning center is an education tool that offers courses to high school coaches, administrators, officials, students, and parents. Published by the national federation of state high school associations, po box 690, indianapolis, indiana 46206. The slick fourcolor, magazine format publication addresses national issues in high school activity programs as well as professional development articles for athletic directors, principals. These topics were among those discussed by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs read more. High school track and field in ohio is conducted in accordance with the rules written by the national federation of high school associations and adopted by the.
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. High school associations 2019 nfhs track and field. Seven high school athletic administrators to be inducted into niaa. Pass the national federation written rules examination 75% is passing. Rules mississippi high school activities association. Dimensions for track and field events appearing in the following diagrams are based on requirements set forth by the various governing bodies.
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