Neck Guard Policy Clarification

Dec 9, 2025 | Officials, Rules

If a stand-alone (Velcro) Neck Laceration Guard (NLG) becomes dislodged or falls off during play, the player must immediately go to the bench. If a player continues to play without a NLG, a 2-minute minor penalty shall be issued. This clarification is provided to...

Neck Guards

Nov 27, 2025 | Rules

Rule 3-4-4 - Neck Guards All players must wear a commercially manufactured neck laceration protector that shall not be altered from its original manufactured state.   ● Penalty: Bench minor each occurrence...

Neck Guard Update

Nov 22, 2025 | Rules

After extensive discussion and input from coaches, officials, and the NJSIAA, it was decided that neck-laceration guard (NLG) discrepancies observed during the 8-minute warm-up only will not result in a 2-minute minor penalty. Coaches are strongly encouraged to ensure...