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6.1 3-Official System6.1 3 OFFICIAL SYSTEM
LINESMEN
GENERAL GUIDELINES
All face-offs are conducted by the Linesman for that half of the ice. The Linesman who is not conducting the face-off should retrieve the puck. However, the first priority for both Linesmen is to watch the players on the ice.
For end-zone face-offs only the front Linesman shall retrieve his/her own puck prior to conducting the face-off. This allows the back Linesman to monitor change of players and maintain player control.
When play is in the end-zone, the front Linesman should be 2 or 3 feet outside the blue line, while the other Linesman should be half way between this blue line and the center red line on the opposite side of the ice.
FACE-OFFS
When the Referee is taking a face-off at center ice, the two Linesmen should be on opposite sides of the ice against the boards, just outside the blue line at their end of the ice.
For a face-off at one of the neutral zone face-off spots the Linesmen not dropping the puck must cover the blue line until direction of the puck is determined, or until his/her partner is back in position and has given the release signal.
For other face-offs in the neutral zone, the two Linesmen should be positioned opposite each other. The Linesmen not dropping the puck is responsible for all lines, in case his/her partner gets trapped in the middle of the ice.
When the face-off is at an end-zone face-off spot, the back Linesman shall be positioned on the opposite side of the ice just outside the blue line, unless sight adjustment is needed to aid in the observation of the players at backside of the face-off circle. The back Linesman covers the blue line for his/her partner until formally released from that duty. “Release” is accomplished by a head nod and eye contact.
WORKING THE LINE
Linesman moves inside the blue line by 2 or 3 feet as necessary for the best view as puck enters zone. After puck enters end-zone the Linesman must move out to the neutral zone. Never “straddle” the blue line.
AFTER A GOAL
Both linesmen enter the end-zone and use presence to prevent altercations; respond as necessary. When no altercation is likely the front linesman retrieves the puck, proceeds to center ice, while the back Linesman takes up position in neutral zone. One Linesman sets up in front of “happy” bench, other linesman sets up away from the “sad” bench.
REFEREE
GENERAL GUIDELINES
After conducting the center ice face-off, it is imperative that the Referee skate backwards towards the boards as quickly as possible, to avoid having players behind his/her back.
As the play moves towards the end-zone, the Referee should follow the play 8-10 feet behind the play if the puck is on the opposite side of the ice. If the puck is on the same side of the ice, the Referee should follow the play from a distance of 12-15 feet. This will allow the Referee a good view of all players. Also, if the puck changes direction, the Referee will be able to avoid the play or players.
When the play is in the end-zone, the Referee will utilize “end-zone positioning”.
TIPS
It is beneficial to move out of the end-zone in pursuit of play as quickly as possible. Referee’s must follow the play up ice even if some players straggle behind. By glancing back (shoulder checks) and communicating with the Linesmen, Referee’s can keep on top of any potential problems.
To reduce stops and starts, and remain in position, use a “figure 8” skating pattern using tight turns.
Many altercations occur near the net. Once play is stopped the Referee should move to a position not more then 10 feet from the net. This will allow the Referee to keep both players and benches in view. Also at this time from this position presence and verbal communication will help to deter and further altercations.
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