RULES OF PLAY


SCHEDULE

  • All games will be scheduled on Sundays unless there is a conflicting event, or an Ice Dogs game is scheduled by the Meridian Centre.  The Meridian Center is an event facility first - and, as much notice is given on a change, as possible. If this is to happen the NBHL will reschedule any cancelled games on a date when the ice will be available and/or provide the place, date and times the games have been rescheduled to. 


POINT SYSTEM: 

  • Goals & Assists will be worth one (1) point each. 
  • Three goal maximum during regular season
  • ONE goal MAX during playoff games
  • **If the game is within ONE goal, or tied, the clock will be stop time during the last minute of the SECOND period. 


LENGTH OF PERIOD
​• Each game will consist of two (2) 22 minute periods with a 5 minute warm up before the first period. All periods will be run time. 

PENALTIES

  • Anyone caught taking part in any of the below offences will serve a two – five minute penalty in the penalty box depending on the severity of the offence.

Please Note: A Penalty during the last minute of play will result in a penalty shot. The Opposing player will take the shot.  (PLAYOFFS ONLY)

  • Unsportsmanlike conduct from players/coaches

  • Cursive Language to any ref, player or coach (Possible game ejection, 10 minute misconduct, or suspension could apply)

  • Slamming stick in frustration

  • Harassing other players or officials

  • Slamming the bench/penalty box doors

  • Slamming sticks on the glass or boards in frustration

  • Player Interference or goaltender interference

  • Holding the stick / Covering the puck / Closing hand on the puck

  • Too many players on the ice

  • Body Checking (boarding, hitting from behind)

  • Diving, which includes blocking a shot by­ sliding a stick on the ice or going down on one or two knees

  • Slue footing

  • Tripping

  • 3, two minute penalties on the same player will result in that player being removed from the game

  • Skating in opposing goalie's crease when in the offensive zone

  • High sticking above your waist to play the puck, to take a slap shot on net (no sticks should be higher than the knee) or call for a pass (Referee Discretion)


****ALL TIME PENALTIES ARE AT THE DISCRETION OF THE REFEREES****

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​​FIGHTING WILL NOT BE TOLERATED  

Players who are looking for a fight or are found to be intentionally chirping to initiate a fight will                 automatically be ejected from the game and will have a hearing to review further participation in the league. Pending said review, a suspension, or a permanent (Non-refundable) dismissal from the league is at risk. If any punches are thrown you will automatically be dismissed from the league.


**Note, There are NO refunds if the decision is made that you have been dismissed from the league. **

EQUIPMENT

 Just a friendly reminder to make sure you have all the required equipment before hitting the ice. Safety is our number one priority, so please double check that you have everything on this list:

- A certified hockey helmet with a full cage
- Mouth guard (optional but highly recommended)
- Proper neck guard
- Shoulder pads
- Shin pads
- Hockey pants
- Jock (for men) or Jill (for women)
- Hockey skates
- Hockey stick
- Hockey gloves
- Socks and jersey will be provided
- Elbow pads

If you show up without any of these essentials, you will be asked to either get the missing item or sit out of the game for safety reasons. Let's make sure we're all fully equipped and ready to have a great time on the ice. See you out there!

GOALIES

If a goalie gets a penalty, it must be served by someone from the goalies' team that was on the ice when the infraction took place. Goalies can skate to the two closest hash marks and back behind the red line. Goalies can go behind the goal line and make a forward pass; however, any incidental contact will result in a goalie penalty.

REFEREES

The NBHL will provide one – two referees per game. The refs will have the authority to call penalties where they see fit Whether it's a minor infraction or a major infraction. If the major infraction is beyond acceptable the Ref will make the proper judgement. The refs are there to make sure the game is fun for everyone and are absolutely available to anyone who has questions regarding the league rules. 

Remember, the referees are VOLUNTEERS.  They have been given the authority to make, sometimes hard, decisions based on all situations and the information at hand.  They have the safety, integrity, and sportsmanship of all skaters at the forefront of all decision making. 

LETS GO BLUEJAYS