Track and field rules committee welcomes new members 2020 1. Spike size at jefferson city high school track is 14 inch or less. Official ncaa track and field rules rule 1construction of. National federation of state high school associations track. 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. Keep uptodate with changes in rules with rules bulletins. The nfhs track and field and cross country case book is designated as a supplement to oklahoma city, ok section 6 rick bowden. The facilities specifications listed in this rule represent the minimums necessary to host intercollegiate track and field and cross country technical information on construction, layout and marking is contained in detail in the international association of athletics federations iaaf track and field facilities manual.
Ihsa interpretation meetings schedule nfhs track and field premeet notes nfhs. Rules may not be altered, unless flexibility is indicated in a specific rule. They are made and published by the nfhs in response to situations presented. A track and field meet consists of races of different lengths, called track events, and of contests in jumping and throwing called field events. For the usatf rulebook below, use the scrollbar at the bottom of the screen to go quickly to your desired page. The nfhs track and field and cross country case book is designated as a. All officials must score 75 percent or higher on an online openbook exam in the sports for which they intend to officiate. Track and field ohio high school athletic association. The first false start goes to the field, with the second false start resulting in a dq. You can also use the first icon on the left and above the booklet to pull up an interactive table of contents from any page or click through to your desired page from the table of contents within the flipbook. Track and field kentucky high school athletic association. The ncaa mens and womens track and field rules committee decided to delay for one year the implementation of a rules change. For more information on national sports rules changes, please visit. Take rules books and bulletins to the meeting you attend.
Track and field rules committee welcomes new members 2020 1 coaching cross country course now available in nfhs learning center. Ncaa member institutions are required to conduct their intercollegiate contests according to these rules. The nfhs track and field and cross country case book is designated as asupplement to the rules book. The nfhs track and field and cross country case book is designated as a supplement to the rules book. It is most important that each uil member school stay current with all athletic rules and policies. Clarifies that a competitor should not be penalized for helping another competitor who is distressed or injured when no advantage is gained by the competitor who is assisting. Track and field and cross country rules changes 2016. Year select 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 20 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008. Nfhs offers rules and case books in multiple formats. Establishes consistent nfhs language within the rules prohibiting the use of tobacco products and similar items and alcohol by. The national federation of state high school associations is the only source of official high school interpretations. 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. For additional information on uil rules, refer to the policy section or the manuals section of our web site.
Buy 2016 nfhs track and field and cross country case book. 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 expertise with throwing implements. Every track and field athlete must know and follow these. The administrative rules indicated in this book are listed below. Transfer rule a student is eligible in the school zone in which hisher parents reside. The michigan high school athletic association, inc. Page 3, 2018 track and field major editorial changes, 461 note 2, 31 note. Buy 2016 nfhs track and field and cross country rules book. Any student who completes one years attendance at a school outside hisher home school zone and fulfills all other requirements becomes eligible in that school.
Pole vault box collar padding approved rule change. Cross country and track and field rules of competition. Having a rule book on kindle makes it easier to find specific rules and situations. They will be incorporated into the rules book for the 2015 and 2016 seasons. Page 41 20 nfhs track and field rules rule 61 rule 6 throwing eventsthe nfhs does not perform scientific tests on any specific items of equipment to determine if the equipment poses undue risks to studentathletes, coaches, officials or spectators. Page 41 20 nfhs track and field rules rule 61 rule 6 throwing.
Keep uptodate on changes in piaa athletics rules with rules bulletins. Every track and field athlete must know and follow these basic rules. Such determinations are the responsibility of equipment manufacturers. Here are links to the latest versions of the four major rule books. Each book contains diagrams of playing areas, official signals, and official interpretations and rulings.
Ncaa track and field championships officials application closed 10119 track and field championships officials selection. View all track and field rules committee welcomes new members 2020 1. Before there was an international rule book from the iaaf, each country had its own rules for. Assisting injured athletes, expansion of exchange zones among rules. Race walking 2016 a guide to judging and organising. Contains the official rules for track and field and cross country and are designed to explain all aspects of the sport. Comments and explanations from bill quinlisk, grtfoa rules interpreter. Usatf and ncaa rule books available midatlantic usatf.
If you are wellversed with these rules, you can formulate an effective strategy and go on to win the much soughtafter gold. The rules of track and field events advocate free and fair play on the field. Cross country and track and field rules of competition ncaa. International association of athletics federationslatest edition with apac exceptions. All other rules deal with the conduct of track and field competition. The committee believes when no advantage is gained by a competitor helping a distressed or injured competitor, the competitor assisting should not be. Dec 03, 2016 the ncaa mens and womens track and field rules committee decided to delay for one year the implementation of a rules change. Jan 25, 2020 track and field facilities manual 2019 edition chapters. Track and field rule book differences is a lightweight, paperback book that can easily be carried with you at track meets. Track and field rules changes, only legal implements, as inspected rules book. Situationrulings in the case book are officiallyapproved by the nfhs track and field and cross country rules committee andare considered an integral part of the rules. To view bulletins please select a sport from the menu below. We all know that ny state still has a jewelry rule whereas. Pages in category 2016 in athletics track and field the following 70 pages are in this category, out of 70 total.
National federation of state high school associations. White competitors numbers 001100 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. Page 79, nfhs track and field uniform regulations, rule 43 and 986. Rule 11 page 820 nfhs track and field rules rule 1 order of events section 1 track and field meet art. The evolution of track and field rules during the last century. All officials are required to view an online rules interpretation meeting pertaining to their sports before the season begins. All our research, rules, regulations and member federation information. In an attempt to bring more structure to the sport, the ncaa mens and womens track and field rules committee has made a recommendation to define what constitutes a. E books are available via itunes and amazon, while print publications can be purchased on nfhs. This list may not reflect recent changes learn more. Rule change 2018 rule book corrections rule book page 24, 431, and meets the following requirements and restrictions.