Sportsmanshiptogether we make the right call zero tolerance. Indianapolis, in july 5, 2011 the use of altered or nonapproved bats in high school softball will draw an additional penalty for both players and coaches beginning with the 2012 season. High school wrestling rules part 7 overtime youtube. High school associations 20172018 nfhs wrestling rules powerpoint b. Nfhs wrestling rules each state high school association adopting nfhs wrestling rules is the sole and exclusive source of binding rules interpretations for contests involving its member schools. I am a level 3 khsaa kentucky high school athletic association wrestling referee. National federation of state high school associations membership 50 member state associations and d.
Nfhs reaches more than 19,000 high schools and 12 million participants in high school activity programs, including more than 7. Any person having questions about the interpretation of nfhs wrestling rules should contact darin boysen at. Seven former standout athletes headline 2020 class of national high. Illinois wrestler inspires others in comeback from injury. Rule 19 teamsindividuals unable to arrive at state championship events. Apr 28, 2020 the national federation of state high school associationsnfhs wrestling rules committee met april 56and recommended11 rules changes to take effect next school year. National federation of high school association nfhs. Male wrestlers will remove their straps or tops, while females will remain in full uniform for the skin check. 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. Contains the official rules for wrestling and are designed to explain all aspects of the sport. National federation of state high school associations nfhs. Nfhs volleyball 01920 high school volleyball rules. Nfhss headquarters are located in white river state park in indianapolis, indiana. National federation of state high school associations.
Sheri bazemore for the use of her photography equipment sources. 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. Inspiring individuals, encouraging excellence through education based athletics. Sportsmanshiptogether we make the right call zero tolerance regarding profanityinappropriate language. Earlier in october, the national federation of state high school associations set forth its wrestling rules interpretations and. Nfhs volleyball 01920 high school volleyball rules changes. Nfhs rulebooks categories 2020 baseball rules book price. Nfhs cheerleading high school spirit rules revisions. Indianapolis, in march 20, 2018 ten rules revisions in cheer and dance which focus on minimizing risk to participants, along with 10 changes in the definitions section, are among the high school spirit rules changes recommended by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs spirit rules committee at its march 24 meeting in indianapolis. Rules books and case books available as ebooks nfhs. High school wrestling rules changes announced for 200809 indianapolis, in may 1, 2008 the national federation of state high school associations nfhs wrestling rules committee emphasized risk minimization and standardized procedures to assist both coaches and referees through 16 wrestling rules changes for the 200809 school year. National leadership organization for high school sports and fine.
The nfhs writes playing rules for 17 sports for boys and girls at the high school level. High school students are eligible to obtain a license and officiate subvarsity and junior high contests as of the 201920 school year. Some photosillustrations are from the national federation of high school association nfhs officiating wrestling methods course as part of the nfhs officials education program with the american sport. A more standardized prematch procedure requiring referees to perform skin checks or verify that skin checks had been completed onsite by an appropriate healthcare professional was approved by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs wrestling rules committee at its april 810 meeting in indianapolis. The nfhs is the sole and exclusive source of model interpretations of nfhs rules. The nfhs national federation of high school rulebook with govern folkstyle competitions with the modifications listed in the above link. Wrestlers should only have a wrestling school issued uniform on when entering the weighin area. Team duals may use brackets, pools or a combination of both. Novice and senior as defined by the national federation of state high school wrestling rules see rule 9 starting on page 44 of your nfhs rule book. Watch coverage of boys and girls high school sports and activities across the country at. Debate over wrestling hair rule after white ref forced.
As the result of a concerted effort to accommodate the growing number of female wrestlers, the 202021 high school wrestling rules changes are headlined by significant adjustments to weighin protocol and appropriate hair length requirements. Elliot hopkins, mld, caa director of sports, sanctioning and student services. Wrestling rule book national federation of state high school associations. 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. Apr 29, 2020 the national federation of state high school associations announced 11 rule changes on tuesday, none involving the reduction of weight classes. This rule proposal reinforces the importance of how wrestlers should. Below is a listing of the e books currently available for purchase. Virginia female head wrestling coach breaking barriers for her team.
All wrestlers must submit to a skin disease screening prior to weighin. Clarity provided to outofbounds calls in high school wrestling. No other model rules interpretations should be considered. Points of emphasis at the end of select lessons you will need to successfully complete the quiz before you can continue to the next lesson. Any person having questions about the interpretation of nfhs wrestling rules should contact darin boysen at the nsaa office. Nfhs cheerleading high school spirit rules revisions focus. The national federation high school wrestling rule book requires scales to be certified annually. Nfhs rules should contact the rules interpreter designated by his or her state high school association. 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.
Official exams and rules meeting requirements all officials must score 75 percent or higher on an online openbook exam in the sports for which they intend to officiate. This revision to rule 411 was one of 11 rules changes recommended by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs wrestling rules committee at its april 24 meeting in indianapolis, and all changes were subsequently approved by the nfhs board of directors. 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. The testing should be repeated whenever the scales are moved or there is reason to believe that the scales are inaccurate. All recommendations were subsequently approved by the nfhs board of directors. Wrestling rules of the game national collegiate athletic. The national federation of state high school associationsnfhs wrestling rules committee met april 56and recommended11 rules changes to take effect next school year.
Pool pairing maybe used in team dual competitions in all styles of wrestling. In accordance with current health safety guidelines, the rules meeting was held in an online format. This revision in injury time in rule 824 is one of 17 rules changes recommended by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs wrestling rules committee at its april 35 meeting in indianapolis. All rules changes were recommended by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs volleyball rules committee at its january 68 meeting in indianapolis and subsequently approved by the nfhs board of directors. High school wrestling policy states, if the hair in its natural state is longer than allowed by rule, then it must be contained in a legal hair cover, according to the national federation of. The amazon versions can be downloaded and used on apple or android devices with the kindle app.
The coach, pitcher or catcher of the defensive team may request an intentional walk either before or during the pitch count. 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. High school wrestling rules illustrations call the rules book. The piaa wresting committee is proposing to cut one weight class for the 20202021. Eric russo green ankle band, wrestler, fauquier high school ms. Following will be found a method of testing scales which will satisfy the rules. Nfhs reaches more than 19,000 high schools and 12 million participants in. The referee supervises weighins, he start and ends each period, awards points, issues warnings, and at the end of each match, he declares the winner. Wrestling national federation of state high school associations.
Elliot hopkins, mld, caa, 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. Wrestling is the sixthmost popular sport for boys at the high school level with 272,890 participants in 10,363 schools during the 200910 season, according to the nfhs athletics participation survey. No one but athletes, coaches, and workers will be allowed on the floor at. Three weeks from monday, high school wrestling practice begins. 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. Elliot hopkins, mld, caa, 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. This change to allow intentional walks was enacted to align fast pitch and slow pitch rules, to keep up with current trends of the sport, and also to maximize the flow of the game. The referee has authority to rule promptly, and in the. High school coaches, officials and administrators who have knowledge and experience regarding this.
Piaa considers dropping weight class as wrestling rule. The national federation of state high school associations is the only source of official high school interpretations. The national federation of state high school associations announced 11 rule changes on tuesday, none involving the reduction of weight classes. If you are looking for that rulebook it may be purchased on the nfhs website. High school softball rules change enforces stricter penalty for illegal bats. High school coaches, officials and administrators who have knowledge and experience regarding this particular sport and age group volunteer their time to serve on the rules committee. State rules interpreters may contact the nfhs for model rules interpretations. Do knee pads require permission from the referee to. His decisions, which are based upon the national federation high school wrestling rules book, are final. High school wrestling rules part 1 introduction to.
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