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This website is the CAHL - Calgary Adult Hockey League archive site.
Please visit CAHL.ca for the current CAHL - Calgary Adult Hockey League website with the latest and up to date information.
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| Game | Team | Equipment | Penalties | Suspensions | Officials |
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1a. (as of Jul 8, 2006) Non-body checking competitive adult recreational ice hockey; any body check may result in a penalty at the sole discretion of the officials.
Previous Rule 1a (original rule) Non-contact hockey. No body checking is permitted; any body check will result in a minor penalty.
1b. (as of Oct 3, 2007) Tag up off-sides. Two line passes are permitted. There is no touch icing. Icing is based on the centre ice red line. Slap shots are allowed.
Previous Rule 1a (original rule) Tag up off-sides. Two line passes are permitted. There is no touch icing. Slap shots are allowed.
1c. (as of Sep 15, 2008) Weeknight Division games are generally, however not limited to, on Monday to Thursday nights. There may be Weeknight Division games on Friday nights as well. Weekend Division games are generally, however not limited to, on Friday and Saturdays nights. There may be Weekend Division games on Sundays as well.
Previous Rule 1c (as of Apr 28, 2007) Weeknight Division games are only on Monday to Friday nights. Weekend Division games are only on Friday nights, Saturdays, or Sundays.
Previous Rule 1c (as of Jan 12, 2007) Weekday Division games are only on Monday to Thursday nights. Weekend Division regular season games are only on Friday or Saturday nights. Weekend Division playoff games may be on Fridays, Saturdays, or Sundays.
Previous Rule 1c (original rule) Weekday Division games are only on Monday to Thursday nights. Weekend Division games are only on Friday or Saturday nights.
1d. (as of Sep 15, 2008) Weeknight Division game times are generally, however not limited to, in the 10:00PM to 11:30PM range. Weekend Division game times are generally, however not limited to, in the 9:30PM to 12:15AM range. Game times will vary and there may be earlier or later games in both the Weeknight Division and the Weekend Division. There is no guarantee of any specific times, how many games at any specific times, time range, or how many games in any time range. Times will vary among teams and divisions, and will also vary from year to year, season to season, month to month, week to week, and day to day.
Previous Rule 1d (as of Aug 8, 2008) Weeknight Division game times are generally, however not limited to, in the 10:00PM to 11:30PM range. Weekend Division game times are generally, however not limited to, in the 9:30PM to 11:30PM range. Game times will vary and there may be earlier or later games in both the Weeknight Division and the Weekend Division. There is no guarantee of any specific times, how many games at any specific times, time range, or how many games in any time range. Times will vary among teams and will also vary from year to year, season to season, month to month, and week to week.
Previous Rule 1d (as of Aug 5, 2008) Weeknight Division game times are mostly in the 10:00PM to 11:30PM range. Weekend Division game times are mostly in the 9:30PM to 11:30PM range. Game times will vary and there may be earlier or later games in both the Weeknight Division and the Weekend Division. There is no guarantee of any specific times or time range and times will also vary from season to season.
Previous Rule 1d (as of Jul 30, 2008) Weeknight Division game times are mostly in the 10:15PM to 11:15PM range. Weekend Division game times are mostly in the 9:30PM to 11:30PM range. Game times will vary and there may be earlier or later games in both the Weeknight Division and the Weekend Division. There is no guarantee of any specific times or time range and times will also vary from season to season.
Previous Rule 1d (as of May 17, 2007) Weeknight Division game times are mostly in the 10:30PM to 11:00PM range. Weekend Division game times are mostly in the 9:30PM to 11:00PM range. Game times will vary and there may be earlier or later games in both the Weeknight Division and the Weekend Division. There is no guarantee of any specific times or time range and times will also vary from season to season.
Previous Rule 1d (as of Apr 28, 2007) Weeknight Division game times will mostly be in the 10:30PM to 11:00PM range. Weekend Division game times will mostly be in the 9:30PM to 11:00PM range. Game times will vary and there may be earlier or later games in both the Weeknight Division and the Weekend Division.
Previous Rule 1d (as of Sep 20, 2006) Weekday Division game times will mostly be in the 10:30PM to 11:00PM range. Weekend Division game times will mostly be in the 10:30PM to 11:00PM range.
Previous Rule 1d (original rule) Game times are approximately 11:00PM. Weekday Division game times will be in the 10:30PM to 11:15PM range. Weekend Division game times will be in the 10:30PM to 11:30PM range.
1e. (as of Apr 28, 2007) Games are 1.25 hours in length and consist of three stop time periods: A 15 minute first period, a 15 minute second period, and a 12 minute third period.
Previous Rule 1e (original rule) Games are 1.25 hours in length and consist of three stop time periods: A 15 minute first period, a 15 minute second period, and a 12 or 15 minute third period.
1f. (as of Apr 28, 2007) Not applicable.
Previous Rule 1f (original rule) The third period will be a 12 minute stop time period if there are less than 30 minutes remaining on the permit. The third period will be a 15 minute stop time period if there are 30 minutes or more remaining on the permit.
1g. (original rule) If there are five (5) minutes left on the permit and there are more than two (2) minutes left on the game clock, the game clock will be reset to two (2) minutes during the next stoppage of play.
1h. (as of Mar 13, 2007) Playoff Shootout: If the score remains tied after regulation time, a best of three (3) vs. three (3) shootout will commence. The away team will shoot first. If the score is still tied after the three (3) vs. three (3) shootout, there will be a sudden death shootout to determine the winner. No goal can be scored on a rebound. No player may shoot more than once unless every other player on their team has already shot.
Previous Rule 1h (as of Sep 24, 2006) Not applicable.
Previous Rule 1h (as of Oct 24, 2005) If the score remains tied after regulation time, a best of five (5) vs. five (5) shootout will commence. The home team will have the choice of whether to shoot first or second. If the score is still tied after the five (5) vs. five (5) shootout, there will be a sudden death shootout to determine the winner. No goal can be scored on a rebound. No player may shoot more than once unless every other player on their team has already shot.
Previous Rule 1h (as of Oct 14, 2005) If the score is tied and there are nine (9) minutes left on the permit and more than two (2) minutes left on the game clock, the game clock will be reset to two (2) minutes during the next stoppage of play. If the score remains tied after regulation time, a best of five (5) vs. five (5) shootout will commence. The home team will have the choice of whether to shoot first or second. If the score is still tied after the five (5) vs. five (5) shootout, there will be a sudden death shootout to determine the winner. No goal can be scored on a rebound. No player may shoot more than once unless every other player on their team has already shot.
Previous Rule 1h (original rule) If the score is tied and there are seven (7) minutes left on the permit, the game clock will be reset to one (1) minute during the next stoppage of play. If the score remains tied after regulation time, a best of five (5) vs. five (5) shootout will commence. The home team will have the choice of whether to shoot first or second. If the score is still tied after the five (5) vs. five (5) shootout, there will be a sudden death shootout to determine the winner. No goal can be scored on a rebound. No player may shoot more than once unless every other player on their team has already shot.
1i. (as of Aug 8, 2008) Regular season points system: Two (2) points for a win, one (1) point for a tie, zero (0) points for a loss.
Previous Rule 1i (original rule) Regular season points system: Two (2) points for a regulation or shootout win, one (1) point for a shootout loss, zero (0) points for a regulation loss.
1j. (as of Aug 4, 2008) The home team shall supply the game pucks for each game. Teams need to bring their own pucks to each game. Each team is highly recommended to bring their own first aid kit to each game.
Previous Rule 1j (as of Jul 31, 2008) The home team shall supply the game pucks. Each team is given a supply of pucks upon request near the start of the season.
Previous Rule 1j (as of Oct 3, 2007) The home team shall supply the game pucks. Each team is given a supply of pucks and a first aid kit around the beginning of the season.
Previous Rule 1j (as of Jun 25, 2007) The home team shall supply the game pucks. Each team is given a supply of pucks at the beginning of the season. New teams are also given a first aid kit at the beginning of the season.
Previous Rule 1j (as of Jul 9, 2006) The home team shall supply the game pucks. Each team is given a pail of pucks and a first aid kit at the beginning of the season.
Previous Rule 1j (original rule) The home team shall supply the game pucks. Each team is given a Team Gift Package at the beginning of the season which includes water bottles with a carrying case, a supply of pucks and tape, and a first aid kit.
1k. (original rule) The Calgary Adult Hockey League reserves the right to add, remove, or modify any rule at any time without prior notice.
1l. (as of Oct 3, 2007) If a team has a six to nine goal lead with two minutes left on the game clock in the third period, at the sole discretion of the off ice officials, the game clock may be changed to running time for the remaining two minutes. If a team has a 10 or more goal lead with five minutes left on the game clock in the third period, at the sole discretion of the off ice officials, the game clock may be changed to running time for the remaining five minutes. The game clock may be changed to running time at any point of the game if both teams agree to do so.
Previous Rule 1l (as of Apr 28, 2007) If a team has a six to nine goal lead with two minutes left on the game clock in the third period, at the sole discretion of the off ice officials, the game clock may be changed to running time for the remaining two minutes. If a team has a 10 or more goal lead with five minutes left on the game clock in the third period, at the sole discretion of the off ice officials, the game clock may be changed to running time for the remaining five minutes.
Previous Rule 1l (as of Nov 25, 2005) If a team has a six to nine goal lead with two minutes left on the game clock in the third period, the game clock will be changed to running time for the remaining two minutes. If a team has a 10 or more goal lead with five minutes left on the game clock in the third period, the game clock will be changed to running time for the remaining five minutes.
Previous Rule 1l (as of Oct 22, 2005) As a mercy rule, if a team has a six goal or more lead with two minutes left on the game clock in the third period, the game clock will be changed to running time for the remaining two minutes.
1m. (as of Jul 31, 2008) Playoff Shootout Player Eligibility: Any player whose penalty has not yet expired when regulation time has ended will not be eligible to participate in the shootout and must remain in the penalty box. Any player who received a game misconduct penalty or was ejected will not be eligible to participate in the shootout.
Previous Rule 1m (as of Apr 28, 2007) Playoff Shootout Player Eligibility: Any player whose penalty has not yet expired when regulation time has ended will not be eligible to participate in the shootout and must remain in the penalty box. Any player who received a game misconduct penalty will not be eligible to participate in the shootout.
1n. (as of Oct 3, 2007) Not applicable.
Previous Rule 1n (as of May 31, 2007) Icing the puck will be nullified, if the goalie leaves the area of the goal crease in an attempt to play the puck.
Previous Rule 1o (as of May 31, 2007) When the puck strikes any player, goalie or skater, on the helmet, play will be stopped to assess the player.
1p. (as of Oct 3, 2007) The hurry up face off may be used, at the sole discretion of the officials; approximately 25-30 seconds between stoppages in play.
Previous Rule 1p (as of May 31, 2007) The hurry up face off will be used, at the sole discretion of the officials; approximately 25-30 seconds between stoppages in play. |
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2a. (as of Sep 20, 2006) Only skaters, and goalies, who agree and sign a release of liability, waiver of claims, assumption of risks and indemnity agreement are eligible to participate. If an ineligible player, or goalie, participants in a game, that team may be assessed a bench minor penalty.
Previous Rule 2a (as of Jul 10, 2006) Only players, and goalies, who agree and sign a release of liability, waiver of claims, assumption of risks and indemnity agreement are eligible to participate. If an ineligible player, or goalie, participants in a game, that team will be assessed a bench minor penalty.
Previous Rule 2a (original rule) Only players, and goalies, who are 19 years of age or older, and who agree and sign a release of liability, waiver of claims, assumption of risks and indemnity agreement are eligible to participate. If an ineligible player, or goalie, participants in a game, that team will be assessed a bench minor penalty.
2b. (as of Oct 3, 2007) A team may have up to 19 skaters (including any part time/alternate skaters) and one goalie on a team roster. If the goalie on the team roster is unable to participate in a game, an alternate goalie who agrees and signs a release of liability, waiver of claims, assumption of risks and indemnity agreement will be eligible to participate in his or her place.
Previous Rule 2b (as of Sep 1, 2006) A team may have up to 18 skaters (including any part time/alternate skaters) and one goalie on a team roster. If the goalie on the team roster is unable to participate in a game, an alternate goalie who agrees and signs a release of liability, waiver of claims, assumption of risks and indemnity agreement will be eligible to participate in his or her place.
Previous Rule 2b (original rule) A team may have up to 16 regular players (including regular goalies) and up to four (4) spare players (including at least one spare goalie) on their roster. Each spare player may only play up to five (5) games each for the entire season.
2c. (as of Aug 8, 2008) Teams are not permitted to have a team name which, at the sole discretion of the Calgary Adult Hockey League, is deemed to be offensive.
Previous Rule 2c (as of May 19, 2007) Teams are not permitted to have a team name which, at the sole discretion of the Calgary Adult Hockey League, is deemed to be offensive. At the sole discretion of the Calgary Adult Hockey League, each team may have a team Web site with its own domain name (teamname.ca). The team domain name will depend on availability. The Calgary Adult Hockey League retains ownership of the team Web site and domain name.
Previous Rule 2c (original rule) Teams are not permitted to have a team name which, at the sole discretion of the officials, is deemed to be offensive. Each team will have a team Web site with its own domain name (teamname.ca). The team domain name will depend on availability. The Calgary Adult Hockey League retains ownership of the team Web site and domain name.
2d. (original rule) A team must have a total of six (6) players, either five (5) skaters and one (1) goalie or six (6) skaters, to start a game or the team will default. If at any point in a game, a team does not have a total of six (6) players, that team will default.
2e. (as of Apr 30, 2007) Playoff Player Eligibility: Only skaters who played in six (6) or more regular season games and goalies who have played in one (1) or more regular season games are permitted to play in the playoffs. Skaters who didn't play in at least six (6) regular season games and goalies who didn't play in at least one (1) regular season games are not permitted to play in the playoffs. All players are required to bring their driver's license to every playoff game. If a player is unable to present his or her driver's license when requested by an on or off ice official for identification, that player would no longer be permitted to participate in that playoff game. If the player continues to participate without presenting his or her driver's license, then that player's team will automatically default and their opponent will be awarded the victory. Reasons such as, but not limited to: forgot to bring driver's license, left driver's license at home or in the car, will not be accepted.
Previous Rule 2e (as of Sep 20, 2006) Only skaters who played in six (6) or more regular season games and goalies who have played in one (1) or more regular season games are permitted to play in the playoffs. Skaters who didn't play in at least six (6) regular season games and goalies who didn't play in at least one (1) regular season games are not permitted to play in the playoffs. All players are required to bring their driver's license to every playoff game. If a player is unable to present his or her driver's license when requested by an on or off ice official, that player would no longer be permitted to participate in that playoff game.
Previous Rule 2e (as of Mar 8, 2006) Only regular skaters who played in six (6) or more regular season games, regular goalies, and spare goalies are permitted to play in the playoffs. Regular skaters who didn't play in six (6) regular season games, spare skaters, and inactive players are not permitted to play in the playoffs. All players are required to bring their driver's license to every playoff game. If a player is unable to present his or her driver's license when requested by an on or off ice official, the team will forfeit that playoff game.
Previous Rule 2e (as of Mar 2, 2006) Only regular skaters who played in six (6) or more regular season games, regular goalies, and spare goalies are permitted to play in the playoffs. Regular skaters who didn't play in six (6) regular season games, spare skaters, and inactive players are not permitted to play in the playoffs. If an ineligible player participants in a playoff game, the team with the ineligible player will forfeit that playoff game.
Previous Rule 2e (original rule) Only players who have played in at least six (6) of their team's regular season games are eligible for participation in the playoffs. Only goalies who have played in at least one (1) regular season game are eligible for participation in the playoffs. In the event that no eligible goalie is available, a goalie who has not played in any regular season game will be permitted to participate in the playoffs.
2f. (original rule) Teams may need to exchange a set of keys for the dressing room key with the rink attendant. Teams may be charged for lost dressing room keys by the arena.
2g. (original rule) Teams must vacate their dressing room within 30 minutes after the ice time has ended or overtime charges may be charged to the offending team by the arena.
2h. (as of Oct 3, 2008) Teams must follow all arena rules such as, however not limited to, not being permitted to smoke, possess or consume alcoholic beverages, possess or consume controlled substances or illegal drugs on arena property. Any offending team may be expelled. No refunds will be issued. A one game, multi-game, season, multi-season, or permanent suspension may result for any player or team at the sole discretion of the officials. No refunds will be issued. A one (1) game or minimum suspension may not be appealed.
Previous Rule 2h 2h. (as of Aug 8, 2008) Teams must follow all arena rules such as, however not limited to, not being permitted to smoke, possess or consume alcoholic beverages, possess or consume controlled substances or illegal drugs on arena property. Any offending team will be expelled. No refunds will be issued.
Previous Rule 2h (as of Oct 24, 2005) Teams may not smoke, or possess or consume alcoholic beverages on arena property. Any offending team will be expelled. No refunds will be issued.
Previous Rule 2h (original rule) Teams may not smoke, or possess or consume alcoholic beverages on arena property. Any offending team may receive a possible suspension at the sole discretion of the officials. A one (1) game, multi-game, season, or permanent team suspension may result at the sole discretion of the officials. No refunds will be issued. A one (1) game team suspension may not be appealed.
2i. (as of Aug 8, 2008) Teams are responsible for their own conduct such as, however not limited to, stepping onto the ice before the Zamboni gates are closed, being unclean in the dressing rooms, benches, hallways, and any damages which may arise. Any offending team which steps onto the ice before the Zamboni gates are closed at the West Mount Pleasant arena will be charged a $50 fine by the arena which will need to be paid by their next team game or the entire team will be suspended indefinitely until the fine is paid in full. Teams will be charged a clean up fee for uncleanness and/or charged for the cost of repairs for any damages by the arena. Teams must pay for the clean up fee and/or cost of repairs by their next team game or the entire team will be suspended indefinitely until the fee and/or cost is paid in full.
Previous Rule 2i (original rule) Teams are responsible for their own conduct and any damages which may arise. Any offending team will be charged a clean up fee plus the cost of repairs by the arena.
2j. (original rule) The Olympic Oval prohibits all players from skating on the speed skating ice surface before, during, or after a game.
2k. (original rule) No players are permitted to step on the ice surface for the warm up until the rink attendants are off the ice surface and the Zamboni gates are closed.
2l. (original rule) Only players, with the exception of suspended and ejected players, are permitted to be at the players' benches.
2m. (original rule) The Calgary Adult Hockey League reserves the right to add, remove, or modify any rule at any time without prior notice.
2n. (as of Aug 6, 2008) If for any reason a team still has an outstanding balance on their team registration fee after their first regular season game, that team will be penalized by having one game taken off their regular season schedule. If that team continues to have an outstanding balance on their team registration fee, one game will continue to be taken off their regular season schedule for every team game that passes until there is no longer any outstanding balance on their team registration fee.
Previous Rule 2n (as of Mar 6, 2006) Teams must have all team fees completely paid before the playoffs begin in order to be eligible for participation in the playoffs. Teams that have not completely paid their team fees will be ineligible for participation in the playoffs.
2o. (as of May 22, 2007) Winter Season Refund Policy: A written refund request must be received by the Calgary Adult Hockey League by August 1st. No refunds will be issued after August 1st. All payments received after August 1st are non-refundable. As an example, for payments for the 2007-2008 season, the August 1st refund deadline date would be for the year 2007 before the season begins (August 1st, 2007) and not for the year 2008 after the season ends (not August 1st, 2008). All deposits are non-refundable regardless of when the deposit was paid or the amount of the deposit. The first payment is always considered the deposit regardless of the amount of the first payment or the date of the first payment.
Previous Rule 2o (as of Apr 28, 2007) Winter Season Refund Policy: A written refund request must be received by the Calgary Adult Hockey League by August 1st. No refunds will be issued after August 1st. All payments received after August 1st are non-refundable. As an example, for payments for the 2007-2008 season, the August 1st refund deadline date would be for the year 2007 before the season begins (August 1st, 2007) and not for the year 2008 after the season ends (not August 1st, 2008). All deposits are non-refundable regardless of when the deposit was paid.
Previous Rule 2o (as of Jun 30, 2006) Refund Policy: A written refund request must be received by the Calgary Adult Hockey League by August 21st. No refunds will be issued after August 21st. All payments received after August 21st are non-refundable. As an example, for payments for the 2006-2007 season, the August 21st deadline date would be for the year 2006 before the season begins (August 21st, 2006) and not for the year 2007 after the season ends (not August 21st, 2007).
Previous Rule 2o (as of Aug 8, 2005) Refund Policy: A written refund request must be received by the Calgary Adult Hockey League by Friday, August 26th, 2005. No refunds will be issued after Friday, August 26th, 2005. All payments (including deposits) received after Friday, August 26th, 2005 are non-refundable.
2p. (as of August 22, 2005) NSF Cheque Policy: There is a $30.00 penalty fee for a NSF (non-sufficient funds) cheque.
2q. (as of May 22, 2007) Summer Season Refund Policy: A written refund request must be received by the Calgary Adult Hockey League by May 1st. No refunds will be issued after May 1st. All payments received after May 1st are non-refundable. As an example, for payments for the 2007 summer season, the May 1st deadline date would be for the year 2007 before the season begins (May 1st , 2007) and not for the year 2008 after the season ends (not May 1st , 2008). All deposits are non-refundable regardless of when the deposit was paid or the amount of the deposit. The first payment is always considered the deposit regardless of the amount of the first payment or the date of the first payment.
Previous Rule 2o (as of Mar 13, 2007) Summer Season Refund Policy: A written refund request must be received by the Calgary Adult Hockey League by May 1st. No refunds will be issued after May 1st. All payments received after May 1st are non-refundable. As an example, for payments for the 2007 summer season, the May 1st deadline date would be for the year 2007 before the season begins (May 1st , 2007) and not for the year 2008 after the season ends (not May 1st , 2008). All deposits are non-refundable regardless of when the deposit was paid.
2r. (as of Apr 28, 2007) Winter Season and Summer Season Team Playoff Eligibility: Teams are not guaranteed to be eligible for the playoffs. The numbers of teams that qualify for the playoffs, the number of playoff games, and the playoff format may vary from season to season.
2s. (as of May 17, 2007) All-Star Game: There is an all-star game during the winter season however the Calgary Adult Hockey League reserves the right to not have an all-star game for any reason at its sole discretion. There is no all-star game during the summer season. Teams and players are not guaranteed to be eligible for the all-star game. The numbers of teams and players that are eligible for the all-star game, the format and length of the all-star game may vary from season to season.
2t. (as of May 17, 2007) Awards: Awards such as, however not limited to, trophies, medals, cups, and plaques are not guaranteed and may or may not be provided at any time and may vary from season to season.
2u. (as of May 17, 2007) Web Site Content: Web site content such as, however not limited to, statistics, photos, game articles are not guaranteed and may or may not be provided at any time and may vary from season to season.
2v. (as of Aug 8, 2008) Team and/or Player Fee: The team and/or player fees may vary from team to team, player to player, season to season at the sole discretion of the Calgary Adult Hockey League regardless of, however not limited to, the number of games or any other guaranteed or non-guaranteed benefit(s) or feature(s).
Previous Rule 2v (as of May 17, 2007) Team and/or Player Fee: The team and/or player fee may vary from season to season regardless of, however not limited to, the number of games or any other guaranteed or non-guaranteed benefit(s) or feature(s).
2w. (as of May 22, 2007) Team and/or Player Jersey: The team and/or player jersey may vary from season to season. Features such as, however not limited to, type, quality, fabric, twill, embroidery, stitching, screen print, colours, numbers, logos, style, size, may vary regardless of the team and/or player jersey fee.
2x. (as of June 1, 2007) Summer Season Playoff Player Eligibility: Only skaters who played in three (3) or more regular season games and goalies who have played in one (1) or more regular season games are permitted to play in the playoffs. Skaters who didn't play in at least three (3) regular season games and goalies who didn't play in at least one (1) regular season game are not permitted to play in the playoffs. All players are required to bring their driver's license to every playoff game. If a player is unable to present his or her driver's license when requested by an on or off ice official for identification, that player would no longer be permitted to participate in that playoff game. If the player continues to participate without presenting his or her driver's license, then that player's team will automatically default and their opponent will be awarded the victory. Reasons such as, but not limited to: forgot to bring driver's license, left driver's license at home or in the car, will not be accepted.
2y. (as of April 11, 2008) Any player or team may be refused registration or entry or participation for, however not limited to, season(s), game(s), tournament(s), events, ceremonies, at any time, without any explanation of any kind, and for any reason at the sole discretion of the officials. Refusal of registration or entry or participation may not be appealed. |
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3a. (original rule) All players, including goalies, must wear full protective equipment and are responsible for ensuring that it is safe and well maintained equipment which is up to the requisite standards for ice hockey.
3b. (as of Oct 3, 2006) All players must wear a securely fitting CSA approved helmet with at least a half CSA approved facial protector, visor or cage. All players are highly recommended to wear a full CSA approved facial protector, visor or cage, along with a mouth guard. Any player who wishes to wear a half facial protector, visor or cage, instead of a full facial protector, visor or cage, is doing so at their own choice and risk. Any player who wishes to not wear a mouth guard is doing so at their own choice and risk.
Previous Rule 3b (as of Sep 24, 2006) All players must wear a securely fitting CSA approved helmet with at least a half facial protector, visor or cage. All players are highly recommended to wear a full facial protector, visor or cage, along with a mouth guard. Any player who wishes to wear a half facial protector, visor or cage, are doing so at their own choice and risk. Any player who wishes to not wear a mouth guard is doing so at their own choice and risk.
Previous Rule 3b (original rule) All players must wear a securely fitting CSA approved helmet. All players are highly recommended to wear a CSA approved full facial protector, shield or cage, along with a mouth guard. Any player who wishes to wear a half facial protector, shield or cage, are doing so at their own choice and risk. Any player who wishes to not wear any facial protector is doing so at their own choice and risk. Any player who wishes to not wear a mouth guard is doing so at their own choice and risk.
3c. (as of Apr 28, 2007) All goalies must wear a securely fitting CSA approved helmet or mask with a securely attached full cage. All goalies are highly recommended to wear a securely attached CSA approved full cage. Any goalie who wishes to not wear a CSA approved full cage and wear a non-CSA approved cats-eye full cage instead is doing so at their own choice and risk. All goalies are highly recommended to wear a mouth guard. Any goalie who wishes to not wear a mouth guard is doing so at their own choice and risk.
Previous Rule 3c (original rule) All goalies must wear a securely fitting CSA approved helmet or mask complete with a securely attached full cage. Wearing a non-CSA approved cats-eye cage is prohibited. All goalies are highly recommended to wear a mouth guard. Any goalie who wishes to not wear a mouth guard is doing so at their own choice and risk.
3d. (original rule) All players, including goalies, are highly recommended to wear a securely fitting CSA approved throat protector. Any player, or goalie, who wishes to not wear a CSA approved throat protector are doing so at their own choice and risk.
3e. (original rule) All goalies are highly recommended to wear a securely attached throat shield (dangler). Any goalie who wishes to not wear a throat shield (dangler) is doing so at their own choice and risk.
3f. (original rule) All players on the home team must wear white coloured jerseys, complete with numbers, in order to be eligible to play. All players on the away team must wear non-white coloured jerseys, complete with numbers, in order to be eligible to play. Any player who is wearing an incorrectly coloured jersey or an unnumbered jersey will be ineligible to play until they acquire one. Teams are not permitted to wear a jersey with a logo which, at the sole discretion of the officials, is deemed to be offensive.
3h. (original rule) The Calgary Adult Hockey League reserves the right to add, remove, or modify any rule at any time without prior notice. |
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4a. (original rule) All minor penalties are two (2) minutes. All major penalties are five (5) minutes. All match penalties are five (5) minutes and the offending player is ejected from the game at the point of infraction. All double minor penalties are two (2) minor penalties.
4b. (as of May 31, 2007) Any player who receives three (3) penalties in one game will be ejected from the game at the point of the third infraction.
Previous Rule 4b (as of Sep 20, 2006) Not applicable.
Previous Rule 4b (as of Mar 6, 2006) Any player who receives four (4) penalties in one game will also receive an automatic game misconduct at the point of the fourth infraction.
Previous Rule 4b (as of Oct 21, 2005) Any player who receives four (4) minor penalties in one game will also receive an automatic game misconduct at the point of the fourth infraction.
Previous Rule 4b (original rule) Any player who receives five (5) minor penalties in one game will also receive an automatic game misconduct at the point of the fifth infraction.
4c. (as of Sep 20, 2006) Not applicable.
Previous Rule 4c (original rule) Any player who receives a major penalty will also receive an automatic game misconduct at the point of infraction.
4d. (as of Oct 24, 2005) Any altercation may be deemed an attempt to injure at the sole discretion of the officials. Any player who attempts to injure will receive a suspension at the sole discretion of the officials. A first attempt to injure offence will result in a minimum six game suspension. A second attempt to injure offence will result in a minimum season suspension. A longer, season, multi-season, or permanent suspension may result for any attempt to injure offence at the sole discretion of the officials. No refunds will be issued. A minimum suspension may not be appealed.
Previous Rule 4d (original rule) Any altercation may be deemed an attempt to injure at the sole discretion of the officials. Any player who attempts to injure will receive a match penalty, and a possible suspension at the sole discretion of the officials. A one (1) game, multi-game, season, or permanent suspension may result at the sole discretion of the officials. No refunds will be issued. A one (1) game suspension may not be appealed.
4e. (as of Oct 24, 2005) Any altercation may be deemed a fight at the sole discretion of the officials. Any player who fights will receive a suspension at the sole discretion of the officials. A first fight offence will result in a minimum three game suspension. A second fight offence will result in a minimum six game suspension. A third fight offence will result in a minimum season suspension. A longer, season, multi-season, or permanent suspension may result for any fight offence at the sole discretion of the officials. No refunds will be issued. A minimum suspension may not be appealed.
Previous Rule 4e (original rule) Any altercation may be deemed a fight at the sole discretion of the officials. Any player who fights will receive a major penalty, an automatic game misconduct at the point of infraction, and a possible suspension at the sole discretion of the officials. A one (1) game, multi-game, season, or permanent suspension may result at the sole discretion of the officials. No refunds will be issued. A one (1) game suspension may not be appealed.
4f. (original rule) Any player who persists in continuing or attempting to continue a fight or altercation may be deemed an aggressor at the sole discretion of the officials. Any aggressor may receive a possible suspension at the sole discretion of the officials. A one (1) game, multi-game, season, or permanent suspension may result at the sole discretion of the officials. No refunds will be issued. A one (1) game suspension may not be appealed.
4g. (original rule) The Calgary Adult Hockey League reserves the right to add, remove, or modify any rule at any time without prior notice.
4h. (as of Jul 9, 2006) If there is any type of off ice altercation, which is deemed inappropriate at the sole discretion of the officials, before, during, or after a game, on or off arena property, the officials reserve the right to suspend any or all players or teams that were involved in any way. If the players cannot be identified, the officials reserve the right to suspend the team captain(s) or the entire team(s) involved for any duration at the sole discretion of the officials. A one (1) game, multi-game, season, multi-season, or permanent suspension may result at the sole discretion of the officials. No refunds will be issued. A one (1) game or minimum suspension may not be appealed.
Previous Rule 4h (as of Dec 28, 2005) If there is any type of off ice altercation, which is deemed inappropriate at the sole discretion of the officials, before, during, or after a game, on or off arena property, the officials reserve the right to suspend any or all players involved. If the players cannot be identified, the officials reserve the right to suspend the team captain(s) or the entire team(s) involved for any duration at the sole discretion of the officials. A one (1) game, multi-game, season, multi-season, or permanent suspension may result at the sole discretion of the officials. No refunds will be issued. A one (1) game or minimum suspension may not be appealed. This rule, section 4h, may be applied to any type of off ice altercation which took place during the entire 2005-2006 season including but not limited to altercations which occurred before Dec 28, 2005.
Previous Rule 4h (as of Dec 19, 2005) If there is any type of off ice altercation, which is deemed inappropriate at the sole discretion of the officials, before, during, or after a game, on or off arena property, the officials reserve the right to suspend any or all players involved. If the players cannot be identified, the officials reserve the right to suspend the team captain(s) or the entire team(s) involved for any duration at the sole discretion of the officials. A one (1) game, multi-game, season, multi-season, or permanent suspension may result at the sole discretion of the officials. No refunds will be issued. A one (1) game or minimum suspension may not be appealed.
4i. (as of Oct 3, 2007) Any player who leaves the bench to participate in any altercation will receive a suspension at the sole discretion of the officials. An offence will result in a minimum one game suspension. A longer, season, multi-season, or permanent suspension may result for any offence at the sole discretion of the officials. No refunds will be issued. A minimum or one (1) game suspension may not be appealed.
Previous Rule 4h (as of May 12, 2006) Any player who leaves the bench to participate in a fight will receive a suspension at the sole discretion of the officials. An offence will result in a minimum one game suspension. A longer, season, multi-season, or permanent suspension may result for any offence at the sole discretion of the officials. No refunds will be issued. A minimum suspension may not be appealed.
4j. (as of Oct 27, 2006) Any player or team that is involved in any way with any conduct which is deemed inappropriate at the sole discretion of the officials before, during, or after a game, on or off arena property may receive a suspension at the sole discretion of the officials. A one game, multi-game, season, multi-season, or permanent suspension may result for any player or team at the sole discretion of the officials. No refunds will be issued. A one (1) game or minimum suspension may not be appealed.
Previous Rule 4j (as of Oct 25, 2006) Any player or team that is involved in any way with any conduct which is deemed inappropriate at the sole discretion of the officials may receive a suspension at the sole discretion of the officials. A one game, multi-game, season, multi-season, or permanent suspension may result at the sole discretion of the officials. No refunds will be issued. A one (1) game or minimum suspension may not be appealed
4k. (as of Feb 9, 2007) Definition of the term, officials: May be on ice officials (referees) or off ice officials (timekeepers/league administration) or any combination of both.
Previous Rule 4k (as of Nov 1, 2006) Definition of the term, officials: May be on ice officials (referees) or off ice officials (timekeepers) or any combination of both.
Previous Rule 4k (as of Oct 27, 2006) Definition of the term, officials: May be on ice officials (referees) or off ice officials (timekeepers/administration/management) or any combination of both.
4l. (as of Apr 3, 2007) Players and teams will be held responsible for the conduct of the spectators, regardless of affiliation or connection, if any, between the spectators and the players and teams. If spectators are involved in any way with any conduct which is deemed inappropriate at the sole discretion of the officials before, during, or after a game, on or off arena property, any player(s) or the entire team(s) may receive a suspension at the sole discretion of the officials. A one game, multi-game, season, multi-season, or permanent suspension may result for any player or team at the sole discretion of the officials. No refunds will be issued. A one (1) game or minimum suspension may not be appealed.
4m. (as of Oct 1, 2007) Any player who receives a game misconduct will receive a minimum and automatic one game suspension. There is an automatic and minimum one game suspension per game misconduct penalty. As an example if a player receives two game misconduct penalties the player will receive an automatic and minimum two game suspension. A longer, season, multi-season, or permanent suspension may result at the sole discretion of the officials. No refunds will be issued. A minimum suspension may not be appealed.
4n. (as of Oct 3, 2007) Any player who is the third man in will receive a minimum and automatic two game suspension. A longer, season, multi-season, or permanent suspension may result at the sole discretion of the officials. No refunds will be issued. A minimum or one (1) game suspension may not be appealed.
4o. (as of Oct 3, 2007) Any player who receives a gross misconduct will receive a minimum and automatic two game suspension. There is an automatic and minimum two game suspension per gross misconduct penalty. As an example if a player receives two gross misconduct penalties the player will receive an automatic and minimum four game suspension. A longer, season, multi-season, or permanent suspension may result at the sole discretion of the officials. No refunds will be issued. A minimum or one (1) game suspension may not be appealed.
4p. (as of Oct 8, 2007) Any player who receives an instigator penalty will receive a minimum and automatic one game suspension. There is an automatic and minimum one game suspension per instigator penalty . As an example if a player receives two instigator penalties that player will receive an automatic and minimum two game suspension. A longer, season, multi-season, or permanent suspension may result at the sole discretion of the officials. No refunds will be issued. A minimum or one (1) game suspension may not be appealed.
4q. (as of Jan 23, 2008) Not applicable.
Previous Rule 4q (as of Oct 14, 2007) Any player who receives a major penalty, with the exception of a major penalty that was deemed accidental such as an accidental high stick, will receive a minimum and automatic one game suspension. There is an automatic and minimum one game suspension per major penalty . As an example if a player receives two major penalties that player will receive an automatic and minimum two game suspension. A longer, season, multi-season, or permanent suspension may result at the sole discretion of the officials. No refunds will be issued. A minimum or one (1) game suspension may not be appealed. |
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5a. (as of Dec 10, 2005) If a suspended player plays in a game while his or her suspension is still in effect, the player's team will forfeit any games that the suspended player participated in and the player may receive a possible suspension (on top of his or her current suspension) at the sole discretion of the officials. A one (1) game, multi-game, season, or permanent suspension may result at the sole discretion of the officials. No refunds will be issued. A one (1) game suspension may not be appealed.
Previous Rule 5a (original rule) If a suspended player plays in a game while his or her suspension is still in effect, the player may receive a possible suspension (on top of his or her current suspension) at the sole discretion of the officials. A one (1) game, multi-game, season, or permanent suspension may result at the sole discretion of the officials. No refunds will be issued. A one (1) game suspension may not be appealed. If the suspended player is involved in any goals scored, the goals will be deleted in all the games which the player played while suspended.
5b. (as of Oct 3, 2007) Game suspensions in the regular season will carry forward and continue into the playoffs. Game suspensions from one season will carry forward and continue into the following season.
Previous Rule 5b (original rule) Game suspensions in the regular season will carry forward and continue into the playoffs. Game suspensions from one season will not carry forward and continue into the following season, unless specified.
5c. (original rule) Only a team president, general manager, or captain may submit an appeal. If a captain is unavailable, an alternate captain may submit an appeal. Appeals must be received within seventy-two (72) hours of the ruling. Appeals may be accepted or rejected at the sole discretion of the officials. No refunds will be issued. A one (1) game suspension may not be appealed.
(as of Dec 19, 2005) In order to submit an appeal regarding a suspension a team is first required to make a $200 donation to the Alberta Children's Hospital Foundation. A cheque or money order for $200 made payable to 'Alberta Children's Hospital Foundation' must be submitted to an official before any appeal takes place. The Alberta Children's Hospital Foundation will receive the $200 cheque or money order regardless of the outcome of the appeal. Only a team president, general manager, or captain may submit an appeal on behalf of his or her team. If a team president, general manager, or captain is unavailable, an alternate captain may submit an appeal. An appeal must be submitted within seventy-two (72) hours of the ruling. Appeals may be accepted or rejected at the sole discretion of the officials. No refunds will be issued. A one (1) game or minimum suspension may not be appealed.
Previous Rule 5c (original rule) Only a team president, general manager, or captain may submit an appeal. If a captain is unavailable, an alternate captain may submit an appeal. Appeals must be received within seventy-two (72) hours of the ruling. Appeals may be accepted or rejected at the sole discretion of the officials. No refunds will be issued. A one (1) game suspension may not be appealed.
5d. (original rule) The Calgary Adult Hockey League reserves the right to add, remove, or modify any rule at any time without prior notice. |
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6a. (as of May 20, 2007) Two (2) man or one (1) man referee system; Two (2) man referee system whenever possible; and a timekeeper each game.
Previous Rule 6a (as of Sep 6, 2006) Hockey Canada certified referee system; and a timekeeper each game.
Previous Rule 6a (as of Jul 10, 2006) Hockey Canada certified referee system; and a timekeeper each game. If a Hockey Canada certified referee is unavailable, a non-Hockey Canada certified referee may officiate.
Previous Rule 6a (original rule) One (1) man Hockey Canada certified referee system; and a timekeeper each game. If a Hockey Canada certified referee is unavailable, a non-Hockey Canada certified referee will officiate.
6b. (as of Oct 3, 2007) Any player who verbally abuses any of the officials may receive any penalty at the sole discretion of the officials.
Previous Rule 6b (as of Mar 8, 2006) Any player who verbally abuses any of the officials may receive a minor penalty, or a ten (10) minute misconduct penalty, or a game misconduct, or any combination of the three.
Previous Rule 6b (original rule) Any player who verbally abuses any of the officials will receive a minor penalty for unsportsmanlike conduct. If the verbal abuse continues, the offending player will receive a ten (10) minute misconduct. If the verbal abuse continues further, the offending player will receive an automatic game misconduct.
6c. (original rule) Any player who verbally abuses any of the officials before, during, or after a game, on or off the ice, may receive a possible suspension at the sole discretion of the officials. A one (1) game, multi-game, season, or permanent suspension may result at the sole discretion of the officials. No refunds will be issued. A one (1) game suspension may not be appealed.
6d. (as of Oct 3, 2007) If a player receives a match penalty for threatening any of the officials with physical abuse, by word or action, before, during, or after a game, on or off arena property that player will receive a minimum four (4) game suspension. A longer, season, multi-season, or permanent suspension may result at the sole discretion of the officials. No refunds will be issued. A minimum or one (1) game suspension may not be appealed.
Previous Rule 6d (as of Oct 13, 2006) If a player receives a match penalty for threatening any of the officials with physical abuse, by word or action, before, during, or after a game, on or off the ice, inside or outside the arena, that player will receive a minimum three (3) game suspension. A longer, season, multi-season, or permanent suspension may result at the sole discretion of the officials. No refunds will be issued. A minimum suspension may not be appealed.
Previous Rule 6d (as of Mar 8, 2006) If a player receives a match penalty for threatening any of the officials with physical abuse, by word or action, before, during, or after a game, on or off the ice, inside or outside the arena, that player will receive a minimum six game suspension. A longer, season, multi-season, or permanent suspension may result at the sole discretion of the officials. No refunds will be issued. A minimum suspension may not be appealed.
Previous Rule 6d (original rule) Any player who threatens any of the officials with physical abuse, by word or action, before, during, or after a game, on or off the ice, may receive a possible suspension at the sole discretion of the officials. A one (1) game, multi-game, season, or permanent suspension may result at the sole discretion of the officials. No refunds will be issued. A one (1) game suspension may not be appealed.
6e. (as of Oct 3, 2007) If a player receives a match penalty for physically abusing any of the officials before, during, or after a game, on or off arena property, that player will receive a minimum permanent suspension. No refunds will be issued. A minimum or one (1) game suspension may not be appealed.
Previous Rule 6e (as of Sep 20, 2006) If a player receives a match penalty for physically abusing any of the officials before, during, or after a game, on or off the ice, inside or outside the arena, that player will receive a minimum six game suspension. A longer, multi-season, or permanent suspension may result at the sole discretion of the officials. No refunds will be issued. A minimum suspension may not be appealed.
Previous Rule 6e (as of Mar 8, 2006) If a player receives a match penalty for physically abusing any of the officials before, during, or after a game, on or off the ice, inside or outside the arena, that player will receive an automatic and minimum season suspension. A longer, multi-season, or permanent suspension may result at the sole discretion of the officials. No refunds will be issued. A minimum suspension may not be appealed.
Previous Rule 6e (original rule) Any player who physically abuses any of the officials before, during, or after a game may receive a possible suspension at the sole discretion of the officials. A one (1) game, multi-game, season, or permanent suspension may result at the sole discretion of the officials. No refunds will be issued. A one (1) game suspension may not be appealed.
6f. (as of Oct 3, 2007) No players are permitted in the officials' dressing room. Only authorized personnel are permitted in the off ice official and penalty box areas. Players may receive a suspension for entering the officials' dressing room. A season, multi-season, or permanent suspension may result at the sole discretion of the officials. No refunds will be issued. A minimum or one (1) game suspension may not be appealed.
Previous Rule 6f (original rule) No players are permitted in the officials' dressing room. Only authorized personnel are permitted in the off ice official and penalty box areas.
6g. (original rule) The Calgary Adult Hockey League reserves the right to add, remove, or modify any rule at any time without prior notice. |
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