American sports builders association publications january 20, 2014. Seven rules changes were recommended by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs track and field and cross. 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 compiles records based only upon. During your attempt you may not touch beyond the takeoff board or foul line or its extension. 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. Track and field rules committee welcomes new members 2020 1. Schools building new or refurbishing existing track facilities are encouraged to make accommodations for metric races. Track and field rules interpretations publishers note. Oct 17, 2012 in its june 810 and in august meetings in indianapolis, the national federation of state high school associations nfhs track and field and cross country rules committee addressed the jewelry rule and clarified two rules in the pole vault among its nine major changes. Fosbury changed high jump during oregon high school days. Track and field and cross country rules powerpoint 2017.
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. Expansion of exchange zones among rules changes in track and field. Student enrollment population form now ready to be filled out. National federation of state high school associations nfhs located in indianapolis, in est.
The nfhs track and field rules committee reorganized rule 43. The national federation of state high school associations is the only source of. Contains the official rules for track and field and cross countr y and are designed to explain all aspects of the spor t. Page 3, 2018 track and field major editorial changes, 461 note 2, 31 note. Contains the official rules for track and field and cross country and are designed to explain all aspects of the sport.
National federation rules will be used in all games. White competitors numbers 101200 100 per set for colors other than white, please contact customer service at 18007763462. The uniform top and bottom were combined into 431b to. There will be no variation unless approved by the executive committee or the legislative assembly. Rules library searchable rules book video content on officiating sport, competition situations. 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 ohio high school athletic association board of control. The committees recommendations were subsequently approved by the. We will be using national federation high school rules for this competition. High school field hockey moves from halves to quarters in. Risk minimization remains theme of 202021 high school spirit rules c.
This is a final event so you will continue jumping until you have three 3 consecutive misses. Many rules elsewhere in this book apply to track and field. For your convenience, nfhs offers rules and case books in multiple formats. State high school associations are responsible for conducting interscholastic track and field and cross country competition and for beingcertain the rules for these sports reflect the philosophy of secondary schools. 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. Nfhs reaches more than 19,000 high schools and 12 million participants in high school activity programs, including more than 7. Guidelines for schools and state associations for consideration of accommodations. Ncaa track and field championships officials application closed 10119 track and field championships officials selection.
Cross country and track and field rules of competition ncaa. See all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. National federation of state high school associations membership 50 member state associations and d. The national federation track and field rule book national. Nfhss headquarters are located in white river state park in indianapolis, indiana. Dimensions for track and field events appearing in the following diagrams are based on requirements set forth by the various governing bodies. Cross country and track and field rules of competition. Officiating courses available for free through july 1. A legal commentary on the national federation of high school associations track and field rules relating to the pole vault russ versteeg introduction this essay explores the national federation of state high school associations nfhs track and field rules as they relate to the pole vault.
E books are available via itunes and amazon, while print publications can be purchased on. National federation track and field rule book uniform. Track and field rules committee welcomes new members 2020 coaching cross country course now available in nfhs learning center. The nfhs is the national governing body of high school sports. This significant change was one of several rules revisions recommended by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs field hockey rules committee at its january 15 meeting in indianapolis. Indianapolis, in july 14, 2014 effective with the 2015 high school track and field season, the prohibition of jewelry will be eliminated. Nfhs national federation of state high school associations. List of united states high school national records in. Federation track and field rule book are the property of the national federation of state high school associations and are reprinted with its permission. National federation track and field rule book uniform rule 4, section 3 article 1. Establishes consistent nfhs language within the rules prohibiting the use of tobacco products and similar items and alcohol by participants, school personnel or officials. From the national federation of state high schools association, this latest edition includes high school track and field and crosscountry competition rules, specifications and national. The national scholastic athletics foundation is an organization dedicated to the support of junior age sub20 and high school track and field. The nfhs has been writing playing rules for high school sports since the 1930s when it published football and basketball rules for the first time.
As a result, nfhs rules are written for high school competition by persons who. 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. National federation of state high school associations. All changes were subsequently approved by the nfhs board of directors. 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. 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. The rules changes were recommended by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs spirit rules committee at its march 24 meeting and subsequently approved by the nfhs board of directors. From the national federation of state high schools association, this latest edition includes high school track and field and crosscountry competition rules, specifications and national records. Rules and sanction national scholastic athletics foundation. The nfhs track and field and cross country case book is designated as a. Nfhs cheerleading rules changes approved in high school.
Rule book page 24, 431, and meets the following requirements and restrictions. General information coaches will remain in the stands. While these records have been compiled for over 100 years, there are varying standards for these records. For more information on national sports rules changes, please visit. Baseball and track and field were added in the 1940s, followed by wrestling in the 1960s and many others in the 1970s. All rules changes were subsequently approved by the nfhs board of directors. The nfhs track and field and cross country rules committee is comprised of dedicated, experienced and knowledgeable individuals who are experts and specialists in track and field and cross country. From the national federation of state high schools association, this latest edition includes high school. 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. The competitors uniform shall be issued by the school, worn as intended by the manufacturer and have the following restrictions. National service and administrative organization of high school athletics and fine arts programs in speech, debate and music.
Nfshsa national federation of state nfhs high school associations. Aboutthenationalfederationofstatehighschoolassociationsnfhs the. Offers publications, overview of organization, current news and events, participation surveys. Simplification of uniform rule continues in high school track and. National federation of state high school associations, 1981. As a result, nfhs rules are written for high school competition by persons who are actually involved at the inter. National federation of state high school associations mission the national federation of state high school associations nfhs serves its members by providing leadership for the administration of educationbased high school athletics and activities through the writing of playing rules that emphasize health and safety, educational programs that. Published by the national federation of state high school. Regardless of how many events in which a competitor has been. The track and field rules committee of the national federation of state high school associations has established the order of events in metric distances. National federation track and field rule book uniform rule.
Seven rules changes made for trackcross country in 201920. The service provides automated computer translations that are only an. List of united states high school national records in track. A special thank you goes out to john bowen for preparing this summary report. The nfhs writes playing rules for 17 sports for boys and girls at the high school level. High school associations 2019 nfhs track and field rules powerpoint rules changes major editorial changes. This change was one of six rules revisions recommended by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs football rules committee at its january 1214 meeting in indianapolis. We will be using national federation of high school rules for this competition.
The list of united states highschool national records in track and field are separated by indoor and outdoor and boys and girls who have set a national record in their respective events while these records have been compiled for over 100 years, there are varying standards for these records. In order for a track and field mark to be approved as the official record, the provisions as. The national federation of state high school associations is the only source of official high school interpretations. All recommended changes were subsequently approved by the nfhs board of directors. A legal commentary on the national federation of high. The list of united states high school national records in track and field are separated by indoor and outdoor and boys and girls who have set a national record in their respective events. High school coaches, officials and administrators who have knowledge. In its june 810 and in august meetings in indianapolis, the national federation of state high school associations nfhs track and field and cross country rules committee addressed the jewelry rule and clarified two rules in the pole vault among its nine major changes. National federation of high schools fiaaa florida interscholastic athletic administrators association. The national federation track and field rules shall be used to govern track and field events.