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http://www.ohsaa.org/sports/so/SoccerRuleChanges_2-13-09.pdf
TAKEN FROM A FEBRUARY 22, 2009 PRESS RELEASE BY THE NATIONAL FEDERATION OF STATE HIGH SCHOOL ASSOCIATIONS
A few important rule changes here:
1. One new rule prohibits shinguards from being more than two inches from the ankle. This is in response to an increase in on-field injuries, especially on the bottom part of the shin. In addition, shin guards must bear the seal of the National Operating Committee on Standards for Athletic Equipment (N.O.C.S.A.E.).
“As is always the case, the Soccer Rules Committee is most concerned about minimizing the risk of injury for student-athletes,” said Mark Koski, NFHS assistant director and liaison to the Soccer Rules Committee. “The requirement of the N.O.C.S.A.E seal and height range on the front of the shinguard by 2012 is a good example of that. The committee wants to make sure that players are protected in the best way possible.”
This new policy will be effective by fall 2012 to give retailers a chance to manufacture shinguards according to these new standards.
EFFECTIVE 2009-10 SEASON:
2. "Joint" ankle braces will now be allowed to be worn OVER socks/stockings, providing braces are not metal or another hazardous material. This is in response to new advancements in sports medicine and athletic health care. Previously, only braces under the socks/stockings were allowed.
3. A change in rule 3-1-3 will allow any player to deliver the team roster to the field referee at least five minutes before the game begins. Previously, only the coach had the authority to deliver the roster. However, since high school coaches are very busy prior to a game, the new rule is being enacted.
4. The last change requires field refs to wear matching uniforms "distinctly different" from the field players of both teams, as to avoid confusion. Refs WILL be allowed to wear a uniform similar to that of the goalkeeper, just not the field players.
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