AzFOA White Hat Clinic
2006
Coaches Clinic
AzFOA White Hat
Welcome
Don Cerimeli
President AzFOA
AzFOA White Hat/Coaches
2006
• 9:00 am to Noon – Officials
• 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm – Coaches
THE SAME MESSAGE GETS
EVERYONE ON THE SAME
PAGE!!!
TODAY’S AGENDA
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2005 Rules Review
2006 AIA Executive Board Amendments
2006 Rule Changes
2006 Mechanics Changes
Review Line Play and Blocking
Passing Game
BIG GOALS
• ALL CREWS ON THE SAME PAGE
• TEACH THE COACHES WHAT’S ON
THAT PAGE
• EXECUTE !!!!!!!!!
– EVERY GAME
– EVERY NIGHT
– EVERY ARIZONA OFFICIAL
OFFICAL’S CODE OF ETHICS
(official’s manual page 6)
• Officials must master both the rules of the
game and the mechanics necessary to enforce
the rules and shall exercise authority in an
impartial, firm and controlled manner.
Challenge
• Challenge 1 –
– Get into the rule book more than ever.
• Challenge 2 –
– Learn today’s Mechanics/Changes
• Challenge 3 –
– Must control the game and the sidelines!!!!!!!!
• We MUST enforce “Pursuing Victory With Honor”
How to Accomplish the
Challenge #3
• Coaches MUST stay in and coach from the
box!!!!!
• We will allow the “Head Coach” to manage
the game
• We will allow Assistant Coach to coach the
players
AzFOA White Hat/Coaches
2006
• House Keeping Notes
– 15 minute break half way through
– Restrooms out and to the right
– Make sure you sign in
– Check out the NEW AzFOA gear
Rules
2005 Review
Bob Sietsema
2005 RULES REVIEW
HIGHLIGHTS ONLY
• 1-2-3: 9 yard marks. All offensive players
must be “inside the numbers” at some
point between the RFP and the snap.
5 yard penalty.
2005 RULES REVIEW
HIGHLIGHTS ONLY
• 3-3-4: A period shall not be extended
when a foul occurs that specifies a loss of
down.
“Loss of down” fouls now mean “loss of
period extension” as well.
2005 RULES REVIEW
HIGHLIGHTS ONLY
• 7-5: Only one forward pass may be
thrown each down.
5 yards and loss of down.
2005 RULES REVIEW
HIGHLIGHTS ONLY
• 7-5-10: Hindering an opponent’s vision
without making an attempt to catch,
intercept or bat the ball is pass
interference, even though no contact
was made. The covering official(s) will rule
based on the defender covering the man
or the ball.
2005 RULES REVIEW
HIGHLIGHTS ONLY
• 7-5-11: Contact by a defender obviously
away from the direction of the pass is
not considered pass interference.
Contact could be called as DEFENSIVE
HOLDING or PERSONAL FOUL.
Defender is not allowed a “free shot”.
2005 RULES REVIEW
HIGHLIGHTS ONLY
ANY RULES QUESTIONS ABOUT 2005 ?
AIA EXECUTIVE BOARD
FOOTBALL AMENDMENTS FOR 2006
AIA EXECUTIVE BOARD
FOOTBALL AMENDMENTS FOR 2006
• OVERTIME FOR ALL VARSITY GAMES
• NEW SPEED UP RULE
AIA EXECUTIVE BOARD
FOOTBALL AMENDMENTS FOR 2006
• The National Federation OVERTIME
PROCEDURE will be used for ALL varsity
level games in ALL conferences.
• Commonly called the 10 Yard Overtime
Procedure, this tie breaking system has
been used in 4A and 5A regular season
games and during the playoffs for several
years.
AIA EXECUTIVE BOARD
FOOTBALL AMENDMENTS FOR 2006
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Special timing rules will apply anytime a team is ahead
of an opponent by 42 or more points. The Referee will
start the clock on the Ready-For-Play signal if the clock
was stopped because:
The ball had gone out of bounds
There was a change of possession
A legal or illegal pass was incomplete
A delay of game penalty
Following a legal kick play
Regular timing rules shall apply in the last two minutes of
the game or when the score returns to less than 42
points.
AIA EXECUTIVE BOARD
FOOTBALL AMENDMENTS FOR 2006
COMMENTS ON THE 42 POINT
SPEED UP RULE
The game is no longer automatically over at the half (or later) with a 42 point
margin.
The Speed Up Rule allows a “more graceful conclusion”.
The crew of officials will be encouraged to “keep the clock running” when
possible.
By mutual agreement of the Head Coaches and the Referee, any period may
be shortened at any time or the game may be terminated.
AIA EXECUTIVE BOARD
FOOTBALL AMENDMENTS FOR 2006
Any questions on the
AIA Executive Board
2006 changes ?
2006 NFHS
Rule Changes
NATIONAL FEDERATION
RULES CHANGES FOR 2006
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1-2-3g
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1-3-5b
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1-5-1
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1-5-1a
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1-5-1i
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1-5-1f2
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1-6-2
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2-6-2a
Advertising and/or commercial markings may be permitted in
the end zone.
The official line-to-gain and down indicators shall be operated
approximately 6 feet outside the sideline, where facilities
permit.
Beginning in 2010, the visiting team shall wear white jerseys.
The home team will have additional limitations as to how much
white may be on their jerseys.
At least a four point chin strap shall be required to secure the
helmet.
Mouth guards shall be of any readily visible color, other than
white or clear.
Beginning in 2008, the measurement of the length of nonremovable cleats shall be from the tip of the cleat to the sole of
the shoe.
Phones and headsets are permitted for use by anyone during
an authorized sideline timeout.
Authorized sideline timeout shall be held directly in front of the
team box and within the 9-yard marks.
NATIONAL FEDERATION
RULES CHANGES FOR 2006
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The language and definition of participation and substitution
have been revised.
A definition has been added to define when a player becomes a
kicker.
The word “intentional” has been removed from the definition of
the spearing rule.
The holder may now recover a snap and retain the same
options of going back to a knee for the kick, advance, pass, or
run the ball.
The option to use a “planned loose ball” has been removed.
The act of illegally touching the ball by an ineligible player
carries the same penalty whether the act occurs behind, in, or
beyond the line of scrimmage.
The act of illegally touching the ball by an ineligible player
carries the same penalty whether the act occurs behind, in, or
beyond the line of scrimmage.
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2-40
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4-2-2
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7-2-8
7-5-13
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7-5-13
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The 9-yard marks required for 11 player games has been modified to 7-yard
marks for games involving 8 players per team.
NATIONAL FEDERATION
RULES CHANGES FOR 2006
The act of illegally touching the ball by an ineligible player
carries the same penalty whether the act occurs behind, in,
or beyond the line of scrimmage.
It is no longer Offensive Pass Interference if an ineligible
receiver touches or is touched by a legal forward pass
beyond the neutral zone. Now, regardless of where the bat,
muff, or catch occurs, the foul is ILLEGAL TOUCHING,
penalized five yards and including a loss of down.
NATIONAL FEDERATION
RULES CHANGES FOR 2006
The language and definition of participation and
substitution have been revised.
Participation is now a defined term. This will facilitate
decisions on illegal participation versus illegal substitution.
The key point in making the determination is whether or
not the person (player or non-player) participates during
the down. This would include lining up in an offensive
position and causing the opponent to defend/cover.
NATIONAL FEDERATION
RULES CHANGES FOR 2006
Phones and headsets are permitted for use by anyone
during an authorized sideline timeout.
Authorized sideline timeout shall be held directly in front
of the team box and within the 9-yard marks.
During a charged timeout, a player or players may use the
headset during a conference at the sideline. Every player is
restricted if the conference is on the field and between the
inbounds spots.
Also, the permitted area for a sideline conference now is
anywhere in front of the team box (25 to 25) and within the
nine yard mark nearest the sideline (top of the numbers).
NATIONAL FEDERATION
RULES CHANGES FOR 2006
A definition has been added to define when a player
becomes a kicker.
The definition of a kicker has been modified. A player has
“kicker status” when his knee, lower leg, or foot makes
contact with the ball. This will aid in determining when
protection begins.
More latitude will be given to the defense in cases where a
player in kicking formation gives the impression that a run
or pass might occur. However, this change does not give the
defense a “free shot” simply due to a bad snap.
The Referee is encouraged to verbalize “Ball’s away”,
alerting the defense that a kick has taken place.
NATIONAL FEDERATION
RULES CHANGES FOR 2006
The holder may now recover a snap and retain the same
options of going back to a knee for the kick, or may rise
again to advance, pass, or run the ball.
The exception for the holder of a place kick has been
modified. Previously, the holder could legally rise to catch
an errant snap (in flight) and return a knee to the ground
without ending the play. In 2006, the holder may also
recover a grounded snap by rising and returning a knee to
the ground without ending the play.
NATIONAL FEDERATION
RULES CHANGES FOR 2006
In either case, the holder must immediately return a knee
to the ground after possessing the ball. The holder
maintains the option to rise and run/pass after returning
the knee to the ground.
The holder may not legally pass/pitch the ball while having
a knee or knees contacting the ground.
NATIONAL FEDERATION
RULES CHANGES FOR 2006
The word “intentional” has been removed from the
definition of the spearing rule.
The definition of spearing no longer includes the word
“intentional”. Any act of spearing is now a foul. A flagrant
act may still include a disqualification.
Officials do not have the burden of determining the intent
of a player who fouls.
Coaches should not be teaching or condoning the use of the
helmet in an unsafe manner.
NATIONAL FEDERATION
RULES CHANGES FOR 2006
The option to use a “planned loose ball” has been removed.
No more Fumblerooski plays.
Previously, if a team informed the Referee prior to running
a planned loose ball play, it was legal. Language allowing
this to occur has been removed.
NATIONAL FEDERATION
RULES CHANGES FOR 2006
Equipment Changes
At least a four point chin strap is required to secure the
helmet.
All players must have and use a four-point chin strap. All
four points shall be snapped. Coaches and officials have
responsibility for the safety of players.
NATIONAL FEDERATION
RULES CHANGES FOR 2006
Equipment Changes
Mouth guards shall be of any readily visible color,
other than white or clear.
All players must have and use a colored mouth piece.
Entirely CLEAR or entirely WHITE mouthpieces are
illegal. The key phrase in the rule change is “readily
visible”.
NATIONAL FEDERATION
RULES CHANGES FOR 2006
Field Changes
The official line-to-gain and down indicators shall be
operated approximately 6 feet outside the sideline, where
facilities permit.
Many schools already have implemented this practice. Due
to space limitations, some schools cannot.
Officials and coaches are encouraged to work together,
especially in the Team Box area, to accommodate this
change. Increased safety for all is the goal.
NATIONAL FEDERATION
RULES CHANGES FOR 2006
Field Changes
Advertising and/or commercial markings may be
permitted in the end zone.
End zones may now contain commercial advertising. The
goal line, the end line, and sidelines in the end zone must
be clearly marked and free from any advertisement.
Further, no commercial advertising is permitted in the
field of play.
Blocking
Hank Mancini
• Clarification of Blocking Rules
– 1. Everybody Holds! Everybody Grabs! The position
of the feet is critical and there must be an effort to
restrain an opponent.
– 2. If there is a potential for offensive holding but the
action occurs away from the point of attack and has no
effect on the play, offensive holding will not be called.
– 3. Holding shall NOT be called if a defender, while
making a “rip” or “swim” technique, places himself
into a position that looks like holdings, unless the
offensive player uses that position to restrain the
defender by turning or tugging him.
• Clarification of Blocking Rules
– 4. All takedowns will be called regardless of position of
the player on the field.
– 5. Double Team Blocking
• Officials will NOT call holding on double team blocks, unless
there is a take down.
• When Legal becomes Illegal
Chop Block
• Clarification of Blocking Rules
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6. Defensive Holding
7. Legal Blocking and Frame of the Body
8. When Legal blocking Becomes Illegal
9. Blocking Wide Receivers
Blocking in the Back
• Clarification of Blocks In the Back
– 1. The guideline is not whether both hands are on the
back. (Back = numbers)
– 2. The direction of the player being blocked. When
blocked in the back illegally, a player will fall or move in
the same direction as his initial momentum. (±15o)
– 3. For side blocks with one hand on the back, look for
which hand guides the player. If player being blocked
moves sideways, block is legal. If player being blocked
moves forward, block may be illegal.
• Clarification of Blocks In the Back
– 4. Exception to these philosophies - Punting
situations; gunner and trailer
– 5. Shadow Blocking – Do not need hands to block
in the back
Pass Interference
Tom Scarduzio
Defensive Pass Interference
• Not Playing the Ball
– Contact by a defender who is not playing the ball, contact restricts the receiver’s
opportunity to make the catch
• Playing Through the Back
– Playing through the back of a receiver in an attempt to make a play on the ball
• Arm Grab
– Grabbing a receiver’s arm(s) and restricting his opportunity to catch a pass
• Arm Bar
– Extending an arm across the body of a receiver and restricting his ability to catch a
pass, regardless if the defender is playing the ball’
• Cut Off
– Cutting off the path of a receiver by making contact with him without playing the
ball
• Hook and Turn
– Hooking a receiver causing the receiver’s body to turn prior to the ball arriving
Offensive Pass Interference
• Blocking
– Blocking downfield by an offensive player prior to or
during the pass
• Push Off
– Initiating contact with a defender by shoving or pushing
off thus creating a separation in an attempt to catch a
pass
• Drive Through
– Driving through a defender who has established a
position on the field
OPI Philosophy
• See the contact – look to see the QB and ball – which side
does the pass go to
• If you see Blocking by the offense and the pass has not been
thrown (the QB has the ball), then call OPI (no matter
where the ball is thrown).
• If you see contact by the offense (Push Off or Drive
Through) and then see that the ball is in the air and coming
to that side of the field - call OPI. If the ball is going to the
other side of the field - do not call OPI.
OPI Philosophy
• Illegal contact/holding on eligible receivers
• Holding eligible receiver
AZFOA Coaches Clinic
Silent Language to Help
Coaches
Brian Mahoney
Silent Language to Help Coaches
• Counting Players
– The Referee and the Umpire count the offense
– The Back Judge and Line Judge will count the
defense
• 11 Players – arm extended in front of the official with a
closed fist
• Less than 11 Players – ten fingers extended with hands on
thighs
• More than 11 Players – roll fingers at chest height
Silent Language to Help Coaches
• Receivers on/off the line of scrimmage
– Extended arm with an OPEN hand towards offensive
backfield, indicates nearest man towards him is OFF the line
– Two widest players OFF the line – 2 fingers in the air sweeping
arm towards the offensive back field
– Acknowledgement from opposing wing official – extend the
arm and point to that official
• Delay of Game
– Back Judge will give a visible 5 second count after 20 seconds
for the delay of game, unless there is a 25 second clock on the
field
Silent Language to Help Coaches
• Clock Status
– On the Snap – snap fingers or arms folded across the chest
– On the Ready for Play – roll the index finger in a circle
– Previous Play Ended Out of Bounds - Cross arms in front of
chest
• More than 10 yards to gain
– “Double Stakes” – tap fist on top of each other
• Pass – Forward or Backwards
– Extend arm with a closed fist in the direction of the offensive
back field and hold
Silent Language to Help Coaches
• Unbalanced Line
– Wing officials will give the “False Start” signal
• Numbering Exception
– Umpire will raise open hand into the air
• The “Tape” – 5 yard mark for line to gain
– Less Than/More Than or Inside/outside
Silent Language to Help Coaches
• Common Things We Hear
– “Blow the whistle before someone gets hurt”
• Fundamental Statement – the whistle seldom kills the play.
The official MUST see the ball, with clear possession and
progress stopped or the player is down by rule
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“Am I ok?” – by a receiver
“You have to talk to me!!!!”
“That was an uncatchable pass”
“There’s 12 in the huddle” or “They broke the
Huddle with 12”
– “The back can reset”
Silent Language to Help Coaches
• Other Considerations
– QB MUST be under the center PRIOR to a man
going into motion
– Disconcerting signals/stomping by the Defense
– Defense CAN be called for a block in the back or
block below the waist
– Free Kicks – 40 yard line is a plane not the feet
– Deception – 3 in and four out/”I need a tee”
– PAT/FG – holder must rise in order to pitch or
participate
Silent Language to Help Coaches
• Other Considerations
– Conserving time – spiking MUST be a hand to hand
snap, not a shot gun
– Catch – one foot in and demonstrate control to
COMMPLETE the catch
– Snap infraction – center lifts the ball to snap it for a
kick; advantage/disadvantage
– LISTEN TO THE OFFICAL!!!!! – they give hints on
staying out of trouble to the players
Silent Language to Help Coaches
• When in Doubt
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Incomplete pass or fumble…….. Incomplete
Forward or Backward pass……. Forward
Kick or pass touched or not……. Not
Passer has thrown or fumbled…. Pass
Apparently injured or not…….... Injured
Apparently unconscious or not… Unconscious
Accident or intentional…………. Accident when
Contact, Touching, and Kicking
Silent Language to Help Coaches
• When in Doubt
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Legal block or clip……….…….. Incomplete
Block above or clip……….……. Above
5 – 15 Face Mask………………. 15 yards
5 – 15 Roughing Kicker/Holder. 15 Yards
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