Article 149
Pre-Game and Post-Game Ceremonies
IIHF Divisions World Championships · Participants Regulations · Services and Protocol · Protocol
149.1All Participating Teams are responsible for the exact execution of the pre-game and post-game ceremonies as described in the IIHF Pre- and Post-Game Countdown.
149.2Participating Teams shall shake the hands of their opponents, all indicated persons as part of the post-game ceremonies when planned and behave in a respectful manner throughout the whole duration of the ceremonies
149.3The opening face-off shall take place at the exact game start time.
149.4Teams shall be held liable for the late start of a game, if any of their players or staff intentionally delays or delays for frivolous reasons its start.