2014-15 nfhs swimming & diving and water polo rules book

Prohibits the use of a pistolstarters pistol as the sounding device in interscholastic swimming. Click on athletic activities in the sidebar menu on the home page, and then select the sport desired. The use of an electronic timing device at the fhsaa finals is mandatory. In looking back at our fall championships that began in late october with girls golf and culminated last weekend with our football finals, it is evident that an incredible amount of work is done by a. A major change in the finish of the backstroke event will occur next year in high school swimming and diving. There are no technical reasons for the scoring scale to be different. The marucci cat5 33inch model baseball bat is not in compliance under.

The nfhs swimming and diving rules committee meets annually in march to discuss rules change proposals, editorial changes and points of emphasis for the following season. As in previous years, the wearing of a medical alert with the alert visible continues and is encouraged for the purposes of risk minimization. Previously, a swimmer in the backstroke could submerge on the turn andor finish. Spirit rules committee clarifies uses of assisted stunts. Swimming has been a sanctioned sport for both genders since the school year 196869. Go to the water polo section of the publication library to view the water polo rules book. Any studentathlete who receives a medal at the state finals must wear attire representinghis her school while on the podium warmup suit, tshirt and shorts, sweatshirt, etc. This online payment system is efficient, reliable, cost effective, and allows officials to be paid in a timely manner. Welcome to splash zone, the homepage for nfhs swimming and diving and water polo officials information. Nfhs wrestling rules each state high school association adopting these nfhs wrestling rules is the sole and exclusive source of binding rules interpretations for contests involving its member schools.

This includes any act the referee deems unsporting, including, but not limited to, the following. Schools that believe that they have been incorrectly listed, or are not listed but should be, should contact the fhsaa office by email at assignments at fhsaa dot org. Ludicrous adventures, bon mots, puns and hoaxes of theodore hook 1876. This firstofitskind online officiating course from the nfhs is designed to introduce individuals to the world of. Divers may wear tape or wraps for support and no longer limited to the wrist. Nfhs approves swimming, diving rules changes sports. See the cif southern section blue book for all relevant rules. Alternative sounding devices are readily available. The ighsau is pleased to announce that effective immediately, we will begin paying postseason tournament officials with arbiterpay. They are made and published by the nfhs in response to situations presented.

Doing so could potentially affect communication of coaches, players or be disconcerting. Freestyle turn position clarified in swimming and diving. Reorganized swimmingdiving rules address event clarity, definition. Nfhs swimming and diving rules interpretations 201415 publishers note. At its march 2123 meeting in indianapolis, the national federation of state high school associations nfhs swimming and diving rules committee approved a change to the freestyle portion of the individual medley and medley relay as it relates to body position.

The prohibition of wearing jewelry has been removed from the rules for swimming and diving competition. Basketball points of emphasis 201415 iaabo board 36. They are made and published by the nfhs in response to sitatuions presented. Search results hawaii high school athletic association.

Becky oakes indianapolis, in april 23, 2014 a major change in the finish of the backstroke event will occur next year in high school swimming and diving. Water polo missouri state high school activities association the mshsaa promotes the value of participation, sportsmanship, team play, and personal excellence to develop citizens who make positive contributions to their community and support the democratic principles of our state and nation. Swimming and diving rules committee welcomes new members 2. In wrestling, the nfhs has enacted strict weightmanagement plans to reduce the risk of health issues. Coaches can browse through featured videos of stunts and read aacca and nfhs safety interpretations. Water polo rules proposals are considered annually in april. The service provides automated computer translations that are only an. Study the nfhs swimming and diving rules book, including the situations and rulings, and attend rules meetings regularly as required by the state association or officials association to stay informed regarding current rules. It is our intention to continually update this site, and we encourage you to visit splash zone frequently for new and valuable information. This article was deleted as the duties of officials are detailed in rules 9 and 10. We believe you will find the information useful and utilize the resources to stay informed. It is the official rulebook for the cif and will govern all interscholastic girls. Nfhs swimming and diving rules interpretations 201415. More clearly defines what is considered unsporting conduct, with a resulting penalty of no further participation up to ejection from the competition area, and what actions are considered unacceptable conduct with a resulting.

Finish in backstroke event highlights 201415 swimming and. For more information on national sports rules changes, please visit. The dives listed on the nfhs diving table are consistent with ncaa, usa diving and fina in regard to the degrees of difficulty. The nfhs makes the rules and case books for high school sports and activities available online in the publications library. It is inappropriate to use a pistol of any kind at a school swimming meet. The top 16 in each swimming event during fridays prelims will return for competition on saturday with the top eight individuals vying for state championship honors. Only swim caps are allowed to be worn under the water polo cap. Participation statistics publications record book sanctioning. The national federation of state high school associations is the only source of official high school interpretations.

The nfhs writes playing rules in the sports of baseball, basketball, cross country, field hockey, football, girls gymnastics, ice hockey, boys lacrosse, soccer, softball, spirit, swimming and diving, track and field, volleyball, water polo and wrestling. National federation of state high school associations. Piaa 20202021 and 20212022 classification parameters. State sites for tournament play are selected by the mhsa executive board as they are in all other activities.

Swimming and diving rules changes 201415 by on november 21, 2014 rules change. Interpretation is added to provide consistency in the process to be followed when a modification of the re. With the conclusion of our fall playoffs, 20 comes to a close. Modify rule 277, to provide for the optional use of backup manual timing devices whenever auto. If this style block is available the rules do not require the swimmer to place hisher foot on the wedge.

Adopt the 20142015 nfhs swimming and diving rules book. Uil amends suspension of activities due to covid19 friday, april 17 with the announcement that all texas schools are to remain closed to inperson learning for the remainder of this school year, and in an effort to help protect the health and safety of texans, the university interscholastic league is canceling all remaining 20192020 spring activities and state championships. Printbelow is a link to rules changes approved by the nfhs spirit rules committee. Jun 17, 2014 special from the national federation indianapolis a major change in the finish of the backstroke event will occur next year in high school swimming and diving. Swimming changes for 2014 15 swimming and diving on september 15, the ghsa executive committee passed unanimously a proposal to increase the number of entries in the consolation finals at the state swim meet from 8 to 10. High school associations 201920 nfhs swimming and diving rules powerpoint rules changes major editorial changes.

Piaa adoptions are to be appliedenforced the same as the rules contained in the nfhs rules book. Specifies in the backstroke event, the swimmer shall remain on or above the water surface on the finish. Effective with the 201415 season, any part of a swimmer s body must be on or above the water at the finish of the backstroke event. Announcer responsibilities the announcer shall be prohibited from making an announcement while the clock is running and while the clock is stopped and the ball is alivesuch as during a free throw, a throw in, etc. You must be a paid member of an nfhs member association coaches or fine arts or a state staff member to view this content.

Nfhs to halt printing of spring sports rules publications. About the national federation of state high school associations nfhs. Lists items a competitor may wearuse as it makes the rule easier to use and assists in compliance. Ryan geheb swims through gruesome head wound to michigan allstate honors see more photos from the day here in alex mcdougalls photo gallery. Wiaa bulletin wisconsin interscholastic athletic association. Medals will be given to the first six 6 place winners in mens and womens competitions. Team points are awarded to the top 16 places as per the nfhs rule book. The national federation of state high school associations has released baseball rules changes for the 201415 season. U 201516 rules book enclosed for the varsity head coach is a complimentary copy of the 20152016 national federation swimming and divingwater polo rule book. Ryan geheb swims through gruesome head wound to michigan. In addition to coaching swimming, katie has bachelors degrees in both developmental psychology and history and has a masters degree in education with a state of alaska teaching certificate endorsed for grades 512. Federation of swimmingdiving and water polo rules book. No other type of head gear is allowed under the cap as the.

Reorganize to list the items a competitor may wearuse and clarifies that adhesives are not allowed for swimmers andor divers. Those finishing nine through 16 on friday will make up the competitors in the consolation heats. Tom osborne, dick fosbury headline 2018 hall of fame class. Policy regarding removal of diving boards by school district. Effective with the 201415 season, any part of a swimmers body must be on or above the water at the finish of the backstroke event. The nfhs swimming and diving rules committee meets. The ten events are the same for boys and girls and are the recognized national federation competition events. Katie is a usa swimming, ymca swimming, american swim coaches association, and nfhs asaa certified swim coach. It is the official rule book for the cif and will govern all interscholastic girls. Ncaa mens and womens swimming and diving rules 201920 and 202021 price. Indianapolis, in april 22, 2019 effective with the 201920 high school season, a legal finish now requires the competitor to contact either the touchpad or.