“By eliminating the words ‘defense’ and ‘blocker’s’ from the rule prohibiting slapping an opponent’s head, the prohibition ...
High school football players must adjust to new rules prescribed by the National Federation of State High School Associations. In a press release, the NFHS Football Rules Committee introduced a rule ...
The NFHS Board of Directors has approved pair of high school football rule revisions ahead of the 2026 season.
The NFHS Board of Directors has approved a number of rule changes for high school football, which were recommended by the NFHS Football Rules Committee during a January meeting in Indianapolis. Among ...
INDIANAPOLIS, IN (February 2, 2023) – A notable change to Rule 10 of the NFHS Football Rules Book will eliminate the excessive penalty enforcements for offensive fouls that occur behind the line of ...
The NFHS has revised a rule to prohibit all players, not just defensive ones, from slapping an opponent's head. Quarterbacks and other players will now be permitted to wear play cards on their belts, ...