Recently, we encountered a game in which a coach made the decision not to play the third period and therefore did not complete the game. At the time of this decision, the score had not reached the level of a mercy rule, nor was there any visible reason to discontinue...
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...
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...
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...
