There shall be a boys division and a girls division in the respective conferences. No participant, team personnel, coach or administrator shall use alcohol or any form of tobacco product ecigarettes or similar items beginning with arrival at the competition site until departure following the completion of the contest. Athletes that intentionally pull their jersey out after the start of the race and the action is observed by the starterreferee may face a disqualification. All track and field athletes must pass five out of six subjects and be on track for graduation to meet eligibility requirements of the georgia high school association. View all track and field rules committee welcomes new members 2020 1. It is our intention to continually update this site, and we encourage you to visit within the oval frequently for new and valuable information the nfhs track and. 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. National federation of state high school associations, 1981.
Indianapolis, in june 30, 2017 all uniforms worn in high school track and fieldcross country must be either issued or approved by the school. 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. The national federation track and field rule book national. These rules have been adopted as official by the national federation of state. The nfhs track and field cross country rules committee meets annually in june to discuss rules change proposals, editorial changes and points of emphasis for the following season. If a host school cannot schedule a pole vault because equipmentfacility does not meet rule book specifications, the options are. They are made and published by the nfhs in response to situations presented. We believe you will find the information useful and utilize the resources to stay informed.
Rule change providing aid 465 g disqualification and conduct. Welcome to within the oval, the homepage for nfhs track and field and cross country officials information. If you are wellversed with these rules, you can formulate an effective strategy and go on to win the much soughtafter gold. Rules in sections 12001209 also apply to the track and field plan. Jul 11, 2011 outdoor track and field is the secondmost popular sport for boys, with 572,123 participants, and most popular sport for girls, with 469,177 participants, at the high school level, according to the 201011 nfhs athletics participation survey. The weather and i usually destroy my hard copy of the rules book during the track season. Track and field national rules adjust north carolina. I used it as a resource when preparing to officiate a high school regional track meet.
Establishes consistent nfhs language within the rules prohibiting the use of tobacco products and similar items and alcohol by. 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 while these records have been compiled for over 100 years, there are varying standards for these records. Eligibility new balance nationals outdoor national. Recent changes within multiple track and field rules codes regarding the definition of relay exchange zones prompted the rules committee to adjust nfhs exchange zone rules. Aside from offering support to the usatf junior track and field and selected high school track and field meets, we own and operate the nb indoor nationals, the new balance outdoor nationals, and the great american cross country. State high school associations membership 50 member state associations and d. Previous changes to nfhs cross country rules created the exception that allows a competitor to assist an injured or ill competitor. Shall stop the contest and inform the head coach of the violation.
Fosbury changed high jump during oregon high school days. Ncaa member institutions are required to conduct their intercollegiate contests according to these rules. Rules library searchable rules book video content on officiating sport, competition situations. Weather conditions can change quickly and cause risk minimizatrack and field premeet notes national federation of state high school associations 2014 inside this issue. Nfhs rules in track and field and cross country outline that it is an unfair act when a competitor receives any assistance. High school contestant can officially be entered in. Guidelines for developing lightning safety policies. This was one of rules changes approved by the more.
Track and field national rules adjust north carolina high. In the 2018 track and field premeet notes, there is an article concerning jury of appeals. Track and field premeet notes north carolina high school. National federation of state high school associations writes playing. Compare yourself against athletes in your district, your state, or the nation.
Page 3, 2018 track and field major editorial changes, 461 note 2, 31 note. 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. Many rules elsewhere in this book apply to track and field. Rankings for middle school, high school, and college athletes. Track and field plan a athletic purposes, codes, plan applicable. The national federation of state high school associations nfhs compiles records based only upon. 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.
Every track and field athlete must know and follow these basic rules. Clarifies that it is illegal to run backward or in the opposite direction nonlegal direction on a. One less thing that i need to carry around at a meet. Transfer rule a student is eligible in the school zone in which hisher parents reside. Rules 6 and 7 for purposes of risk management, warmups in a field event shall not take place until the.
Not just the contestants, but even the officials are committed to follow the rules with proper discipline. 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. As a coach and official, i buy this book every year. Wearing eye black in war paint style is a form of intimidation and not to be allowed. White competitors numbers 301400 100 per set for colors other than white, please contact customer service at 18007763462. National federation of state high school associations 2016 track and field and cross country rules changes major editorial changes.
High school baseball is an extension of the classroom and a valuable learning experience in good sportsmanship. 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 student. Outdoor track and field is the secondmost popular sport for boys, with 572,123 participants, and most popular sport for girls, with 469,177 participants, at the high school level, according to the 201011 nfhs athletics participation survey. Rules may not be altered, unless flexibility is indicated in a specific rule. National school track and field championship youtube. The uniform top and bottom were combined into 431b to help reduce redundant language within the book. Every track and field athlete must know and follow these. The rules of track and field events that are followed at the international level are devised by the international association of athletic federation iaaf. Constitution and contest rules university interscholastic. 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 varsity competition. National federation of state high school associations. 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.
Would you like to know who allows pacing by led lights, has strict restrictions on visible undergarments, does not allow the use of gps watches, or has a 30second time limit for. List of united states high school national records in. Nfhs reaches more than 19,000 high schools and 12 million participants in high school activity programs, including more than 7. All exchange zones for races in excess of 200 meters will remain at 20 meters. National federation of state high school associations track.
The uniform revision in rule 431 was one of the four revisions recommended by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs track and field rules committee at its june 1214. The national scholastic athletics foundation is an organization dedicated to the support of junior age sub20 and high school track and field. The national federation of state high school associations nfhs compiles records. High school track and fieldcross country rules changes. The administrative rules indicated in this book are listed below. Thank you for your support of high school athletics. List of united states high school national records in track. Rule change 2018 rule book corrections rule book page 24, 431, and meets the following. Simplification of uniform rule continues in high school track and. Grayson high school track and field athleteparent handbook. While these records have been compiled for over 100 years, there are varying standards for these records. Georgia high school association 2017 track and field rules.
Conduct the pole vault competition at an alternate site and add vaulting points to the total team score. Reorganizes rules 6 and 7 into one rule field events to avoid duplicity in the rules, remove unnecessary language, be more concise in the presentation of the events rules and create a section on general rules for all field events. All other rules deal with the conduct of track and field competition. For the usatf rulebook below, use the scrollbar at the bottom of the screen to go quickly to your desired page. Anything worn under the uniform is now considered a foundation garment. Georgia high school association 2017 track and field rules clinic. White competitors numbers 001100 100 per set for colors other than white, please contact customer service at 18007763462. Indianapolis, in july 2, 20 the installation of pole vault planting box padding permitted under rule 7524 will be a requirement in high school track and field beginning with the 201415 season. National federation of state high school associations po box 690 indianapolis, in 46206 phone.
Every facility and venue is different and each presents unique conditions and situations. Track is a timeconsuming activity and participants are expected to meet attendance. Piaa indoor track and field information such as news, announcements, season schedule, documents, and travel information can be found here. The national federation of state high school associations is the only source of official high school interpretations. The rule change does not require that tracks be repainted or resurfaced in order to be in compliance with nfhs rules. Any student who completes one years attendance at a school outside hisher home school zone and fulfills. The nfhs track and field and cross country case book is designated as a. Aside from offering support to the usatf junior track and field and selected high school track and field meets, we own and operate the nb indoor nationals, the new balance outdoor nationals, and the great american cross country festival. High school coaches, officials and administrators who have. This is the first kindleversion of the book that ive purchased. Track and field and cross country the nfhs track and field rules committee reorganized rule 43.