2015 nfhs rule book track and field

White competitors numbers 301400 100 per set for colors other than white, please contact customer service at 18007763462. Changes the responsibility of checking the starting blocks from the implement inspector to the head starter. National federation of state high school associations track. We present the complete variant of this book in pdf, epub, txt, doc, djvu formats. 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. Summary nfhs track and field rules changes page no. Removes impedes from rules, as it is unnecessary when the rule already addresses interference. All exchange zones for races in excess of 200 meters will remain at 20 meters. National federation of state high school associations nfhs. We all know that ny state still has a jewelry rule whereas the nfhs eliminated the jewelry rule in 2015. Philosophy of track and field officiating track and field officials shall provide each athlete with an opportunity for safe and equitable standards of competition.

Except as may be specifically noted in this rules book, the nfhs makes no recommendation. Fosbury changed high jump during oregon high school days. Nfhs offers rules and case books in multiple formats. Buy 2015 nfhs track and field and cross country rules book. White competitors numbers 001100 100 per set for colors other than white, please contact customer service at 1800. Comments and explanations from bill quinlisk, grtfoa rules interpreter. Sep 25, 2014 the nfhs track and field rules are implemented for the spring 2015 season by the nfhs calendar. They are made and published by the nfhs in response to situations presented. Rule change field events rule 6 previous rule 6, throwing events, and rule 7, jumping events are now combined into one rule rule 6 is now field events this change avoids duplicity in the rules, removes unnecessary language and presents. For the 2015 state track and field meets the participant may wear only one watch during the competition it must be unadorned and worn only on the wrist.

Nfhs rule 3183 designates the responsibility for ensuring that each flight of hurdles is set at proper height and prescribed point prior to each race. Nfhs rules changes approved for high school track and field. What other items do customers buy after viewing this item. Placing the responsibility of inspecting all starting blocks is more appropriate with the starter, who has this expertise, rather than with the implement inspector who has more expertise. The nfhs track and field and cross country case book is designated as a supplement to the rules book.

National federation of state high school associations. The nfhs track and fieldcross country rules committee meets annually in june to discuss rules change proposals, editorial changes and points of emphasis for the following season. E books are available via itunes and amazon, while print publications can be purchased on nfhs. The nfhs track and field and cross country case book is designated as a. In the 4x100meter relay and 4x200meter relay, and other relays with legs of 200 meters or less, each exchange zone will be 30 meters long. The rule was modified to not penalize the offenders team by changing possession, but by requiring that the head coach is aware and responsible for the teams uniforms to be in compliance with nfhs field hockey playing rules. Establishes consistent nfhs language within the rules prohibiting the use of tobacco products and similar items and alcohol by.

Georgia high school association 2015 track and field rules. This shopping feature will continue to load items when the enter key is pressed. They shall maintain standards of officiating that protects the validity of performance as measured against existing records. Nfhs uniforms rules 2015 national federation track and field rule book competitors uniform rule 4, section 3 rule 431. Meet entries, competitors and competition page 8 rule 5.

Cross country and track and field rules of competition. Ohsaa mission statement the ohio high school athletic associations mission is to regulate and administer interscholastic athletic. Georgia high school association 2015 track and field rules clinic. They do not apply to the fall 2014 cross country season even though the rule book is combined with track and field. Suggested techniques for track and field officiating updated 2015 photo courtesy of tom elling.

The rule eliminates the limit of only two layers of tape on the grip end but still requires any tape placed on the pole to be of uniform thickness on the grip end. Simplification of uniform rule continues in high school track and. You can read nfhs track and field official manual 2016 online either load. Clarifies that it is illegal to run backward or in. Guidelines for developing lightning safety policies. Nfhs assistant director and liaison to the track and field rules committee. Gardner becky oakes randy belicek syracuse, ut stevens point, wi publisher editor purcell, oknfhs coaches2014 nfhs nfhs chair 2015 nfhs officials2012 bob bolles charles sweeney casper, wy west kingston, risection 82014 section 1. Track and field committee vermont high school track and field rule book version. If you are looking for the book nfhs track and field clerk manual 2015 in pdf format, then youve come to the correct site. The national federation of state high school associations is the only source of official high school interpretations. Ncaa member institutions are required to conduct their intercollegiate contests according to these rules. Track and field ohio high school athletic association. Nfhs rule 347 allows the meet referee the authority to delegate the responsibility of counting laps for any race of two laps or more. Rules changes approved for high school track and field, xc.

View all track and field rules committee welcomes new members 2020 1. Situationrulings in the case book are officially approved by the nfhs track and field and cross country rules committee and are considered an integral part of the rules. We furnish complete option of this book in doc, txt, djvu, epub, pdf forms. Page 3, 2018 track and field major editorial changes, 461 note 2, 31 note. Nfhs track and field rule 324u grants the games committee the authority to provide liquids during a. Despite grounding of programs, education continues in high school spo.

Republication of all or any portion of this rules book on the internet is expressly prohibited. Information found in the 2015 nfhs track and field rules book mhsa handbook. Gardner becky oakes randy belicek syracuse, ut stevens point, wi publisher editor purcell, oknfhs coaches2014 nfhs nfhs chair2015 nfhs officials2012 bob bolles charles sweeney casper, wy west kingston, risection 82014 section 1. Sep 05, 2016 according to the 2015 16 nfhs high school athletics participation survey, there are 578,632 boys participating in outdoor track and field at 16,358 schools and 478,726 girls at 16,309 schools. Jul 20, 2015 nfhs rules changes approved for high school track and field, cross country jul 20, 2015 the addition of article 4 to rule 36 was one of eight changes recommended by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs track and field rules committee at its june meeting in indianapolis. The administrative rules indicated in this book are listed below. See all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Nfhs rules changes approved for high school track and field, cross country jul 20, 2015 the addition of article 4 to rule 36 was one of eight changes recommended by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs track and field rules committee at its june meeting in indianapolis. Nfhs rulebooks categories 2020 baseball rules book price. Thank you for your support of interscholastic track and field under the auspices of the pennsylvania interscholastic athletic association. Three north carolina schools are nations first to earn level 1 statu. Track and field rules committee welcomes new members 2020 1. The nfhs track and field rules are implemented for the spring 2015 season by the nfhs calendar.

For the 2015 state track and field meets the participant may wear. Rules may not be altered, unless flexibility is indicated in a specific rule. Rule change 2018 rule book corrections rule book page 24, 431, and meets the following requirements and restrictions. All other rules deal with the conduct of track and field competition. Track and field rule book differences is a lightweight, paperback book that can easily be carried with you at track meets. Cross country and track and field rules of competition ncaa. Rules books and case books available as ebooks nfhs. Rule change field events rule 6 previous rule 6, throwing events, and rule 7, jumping events are now combined into one rule rule 6 is now field events this change avoids duplicity in the rules, removes unnecessary language and presents field event rules in a more concise manner. When constructing a new field for high school play, the distance from home plate to. Case book comment, while the rule does not specify when a runner must. Nfhs rules changes approved for high school track and.

Membership is open to secondary schools providing interschool athletic activities for boys and girls in grades. Interference is defined in rule 59 and the extra reference to stride is unnecessary and removed. Nfhs, usa field hockey partner to sustain, grow field hockey particip. Nfhs track and field uniform regulations sportsmanship. The competitors uniform shall be issued by the school, worn as intended by the manufacturer, and have the following restrictions. In order to navigate out of this carousel please use.

As an option to be determined by the games committee or meet director, the order of events for indoor competition shall consist of the. Nfhs cctrack jewelry rule 2015 cif northern section. Unlike past years, the nfhs has eliminated the double negative and the poorly worded questions. While moving hurdles onandoff the track efficiently is essential, the system used to double check height and placement is also critical. That being said, this rule, like any other, could be modified by the state association and such modification would need to be reported. A competitor shall not use a variable weight pole, a pole which is improperly marked, or a pole rated below hisher weight, or any other equipment that is not legal during warmup or competition. Adjusts the prescribed time limits for the pole vault and now places the time limits for consecutive trials in rule 6, throwing events, which has not. According to the 201516 nfhs high school athletics participation survey, there are 578,632 boys participating in outdoor track and field at 16,358 schools and 478,726 girls at 16,309 schools. In rule 752, requirements for pole vault competitors were changed. Contains the official rules for track and field and cross country and are designed to explain all aspects of the sport. If you have a rules proposal you would like to consider, youre encouraged to work with your member state association if they find merit in your proposal, they will. Whomever is assigned to this duty must be confident and knowledgeable regarding counting laps and the likelihood of dealing with the potential for lapped runners.