Title | Description | Distribution |
USA Hockey Official Playing Rules | The official playing rules for all levels of USA Hockey games. Learn the rules of the game from this official publication. | Available for purchase (888-806-7337). One copy provided to each team upon registration at start of season. |
USA Hockey Official Playing Rules (Junior Version) | The official playing rules for the USA Hockey Junior “A”, “B” and approved “C” classifications. | Available for purchase (888-806-7337). Provided to officials assigned to the various USA Hockey Junior Leagues through their League Supervisor of Officials. Also provided, free of charge, to Junior registered teams. |
USA Hockey Playing Rules / CaseBook | Combines USA Hockey Official Playing Rules with in-depth analysis of the rules of the game along with situational discussion. A must for every coach and parent to better understand the rules of the game. | Available for purchase (888-806-7337). Distributed to all registered officials upon receipt of their officials application. |
USA Hockey Basic Official’s Manual | Learn the fundamentals of officiating, including skating, positioning, procedures and judgment. Great for parents and coaches who want to learn the game from the official’s perspective. | Available for purchase (888-806-7337). Distributed to all registered officials at officiating seminars. |
USA Hockey Intermediate Official’s Manual | I Provides more advanced officiating techniques including, skating tips, higher level positioning, judgment and officiating techniques. Provides in-depth descriptions of various infractions. This manual is an excellent resource for older players and higher-level coaches. | Available for purchase (888-806-7337). Distributed to level 2,3 and 4 registered officials at officiating seminars. |
USA Hockey Advanced Official’s Manual | Learn high-level officiating philosophy and techniques. Great for the hockey enthusiast who wants to understand all aspects of the game. | Available for purchase (888-806-7337). Distributed to level 3 and 4 registered officials at officiating seminars. |
USA Hockey Off-Ice Official’s Manual | Provides guidelines and responsibilities for off-ice officials. Includes instructions on how to properly complete a scoresheet, goal judge or serve as a timekeeper or penalty timekeeper. Also includes basic rules of the game. A must for every off-ice official or volunteer parent involved with game administration. | Available for purchase (888-806-7337). Distributed, upon request, to Affiliated members of the Officiating Program and one copy provided to each team upon registration at start of season. |
Local Official’s Association / Affiliate Handbook | A must for every local official’s association administrator. Outlines process for developing a local officiating program and guidelines as to formation of a formal association. Also gives helpful tips in working with local hockey groups and affiliate organizations. | Distributed, upon request, to Local Official’s Associations and USA Hockey Affiliate members. |