University of Toronto at Scarborough Department of Physical Education and Athletics

S.C.A.A.
Interhouse Ball Hockey
Rules and Regulations

Important Notes

• For all rules not covered please refer to the Ontario Ball Hockey rules. • The team captain is responsible for making sure all players are aware of the rules. • All appeals must be handed in writing within 24 hours of the game at the athletic service counter

Teams • A team will consist of no more than twelve (12) and no less than six (6) players. • All players must be U of T students/members/staff • Any team defaulting one of their first games will be replaced by a team on the waiting list. • A player may only play on one team • A player must play at least half the season games in order to be eligible for playoffs. • A player must present their student card if asked too by the convener • Teams playing with an ineligible player (ie: non-student/member) will default the game and points will be deducted from the standings.

Playing Area • The playing area will encompass the entire gym bordered by all four walls • Balls may be played off any of the walls • There are a maximum of five (5) players and a goalie, or six (6) players without a goalie on the floor per team at a time

Equipment • Players must wear helmets with either a cage or half-shield. • Players must wear ball hockey or ice hockey gloves (winter gloves are not acceptable) • Masks are mandatory for all goalies. • No broken sticks with half blades or sticks with jagged or pointed edge are allowed. • Players must wear running shoes or indoor court shoes. • Players must wear shorts, track pants or sweat pants. • All jewelry should be removed before playing • Shin pads are recommended but not mandatory

League Format • Each game will consist of two twelve (12) minute halves with the exception of the semi-finals which will consist of two fifteen (15) minute halves and finals will be two twenty (20) minute halves. • There is a one (1) minute break between halves. • There will be a five (5) minute “grace” period to allow for teams appearing late, in which case the time lost will be subtracted from the clock. • Stoppage time will be applied to the last minute of play if the teams are within one goal of each other and two minutes in playoffs • The game will begin at the scheduled time and when each team has the minimum four (4) players required. • Before each match the game sheet must be signed by each team, the team Captain is responsible.

Playoffs • The standings will be determined by the number of points a team has. If two teams have identical points then it will be determined in order by 1. head to head 2. most wins 3. goal differential (+/-) 4. least amount of goals 5. most goals • In case of a tie a five (5) minute sudden death overtime period will occur • If remains a tie after overtime then each team will take three penalty shots. • If there is still a tie then each team will alternately take a penalty shots until the tie is broken. • A shooter must have played at least once in the game. • Every shooter must be different unless everyone on the team has already shot.

Defaults • A default is awarded to any team with fewer than four (4) players, when the game begins or during the course of the game is reduced to fewer than four (4) players through penalties. • A default may be awarded if a team has ineligible players or do not meet the requirements of a team. • Teams will be deducted two (2) points from the standings for a default. • If a team obtains two (2) defaults then further actions by the league may take place.

Substitutions • Substitutions may be made anytime during the game in or out of play except for when penalties are taking place • They do not require the consent of the referee • Substitutes must enter the floor where the player exits and also may not step on the floor until the player has exited • They must enter the floor within their own half. • All players off the floor must remain on their side of the center line. • If the referee deems that an illegal substitution has been made then a penalty of too many players on the field will be given. • Goalies may only substitute at the beginning of each half, and may never switch for penalty shots and shootouts, unless injured.

Scoring • A goal by a male player counts as 1 point • A goal by a female player counts as 2 points

Goal Crease • The goal crease consists of the red line around the net. • No goalie is allowed to go over the centre line • No offensive player is allowed in the crease, interference with the goalie will result in a penalty. • No defensive player is allowed to cover the ball in the goal crease (otherwise a penalty shot will be awarded)

Rules: Non-contact hockey Minor Penalties – 2 minutes • Roughing • Kneeing • Interference • Slashing • Tripping • Elbowing • Hooking • Charging • Cross-checking • High-sticking • Holding • Delay of game • Too many men on the floor • Playing with a broken stick • Sliding • Unsportsmanlike conduct: verbal abuse of opponent or official.

Note: Accumulation of three (3) minor penalties in a game will result in a game ejection and an additional one game suspension.

Major Penalties – 5 minutes • Boarding (against the wall or bleachers) • Hitting from behind • Spearing • Butt-end • Intent to injure • Fighting (automatic 12 month suspension) • Third man in • Bench clearing • Physical contact with an official (automatic 12 month suspension) • Any hit towards the head

• The penalized player is ejected from the game and an automatic 1 game suspension and subject to further suspension upon convenor’s review. • Team captains are responsible for making sure the ejected player leaves the gym. • Penalty must be served by team member on the floor at the time of infraction.

Special Rulings

• Absolutely no checking ageist the walls • Minor penalty will be assessed to any player attempting or making contact with a ball above their shoulders. • All face offs will be whistled to start play with the ball on the playing surface. Players must hold their sticks behind the ball on either side to the official’s satisfaction • Players cannot place a closed hand over the ball while it is on the floor • A player may catch an airborne ball with the intention of placing it back on the floor. A player may take only one (1) step with the ball in his/her hand and may not elude an opposing player in this way. • There will be no off-sides, however teams must line up for the face off on their side • If a stick breaks during the game, player must immediately drop stick or a minor penalty will be assessed

Referees • There are two (2) referees. • The referee’s decision is final but he/she may choose to consult the other referee on a play before making a decision. • Any physical abuse of an official will result in a lifetime suspension from all activities at UTSC. • All complaints against an official or player are to be directed to the conveners.

Other • A spectator can be removed from the gym if they interfere with play or display excessive language. (Conveners discretion)