Rink
IIHF Rule Book
1.1RINK Games under jurisdiction of the IIHF shall be played on an ice surface known as the “Rink” and must adhere to the dimensions and specifications prescribed by the IIHF and these rules. No ice markings shall be permitted except those provided for under these rules unless express written permission has been obtained from the IIHF. On-ice logos must not interfere with any official ice markings provided for the proper playing of the game. In the interval between periods, the ice surface shall be flooded unless mutually agreed to the contrary.
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1.3BOARDS AND PROTECTIVE GLASS The Rink shall be surrounded by a wall known as the “boards”. The ideal height of the boards above the ice surface shall be 1.07m. Except for the official markings provided for in these rules, the entire playing surface and the boards shall be white in color except the “kick plate” at the bottom of the boards, which shall be light yellow in color. Any variations from any of the foregoing dimensions shall require official authorization by the IIHF. The boards shall be constructed in such a manner that the surface facing the ice shall be smooth and free of any obstruction or any object that could cause injury to Players. Affixed to the boards and extending vertically shall be an approved “protective glass” construction which allow the sections to be PLAYING AREA flexible. The height above the boards behind each goal must be 2.4m and must extend at least 4.0m from the “goal line” towards the “blue line”. The height above the boards along the sides must be 1.8 m, except in front of the Players’ benches. Protective glass shall be required in front of the penalty boxes. The protective glass and gear to hold them in position shall be properly padded or protected and mounted on the boards on the side away from the playing surface including the “protective netting” outlined in: ➔ For more information refer to Appendix VI – Infographics. » For more information refer to IIHF Rink Guide. g e N et tin P ro te ct iv iv e G la ss P ro te ct he ig ht 01 ng
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1.4PROTECTIVE NETTING Protective netting shall be hung in the ends of the arena, of a height, type, and in a manner approved by the IIHF. The protective netting must be suspended above the “End-zone” protective glass behind both goals and must extend around the rink at least to where the goal line meets the boards. The protective netting is to be installed in such a way that it protects the top bench row viewer. Thus, the height of the protective netting is determined by the height of the rink and the settings of the top row of benches. ➔ For more information refer to Appendix VI – Infographics. » For more information refer to IIHF Rink Guide. PLAYING AREA
1.5LINES Goal Lines: A red line, 5cm wide, shall be drawn across the entire width of the ice surface, 4.0m from each end of the ice surface and continued vertically along the side of the boards. This line shall be referred to as the "Goal Line". The goal posts and nets shall be set in such a manner as to remain stationary during the process of the game. Goal Crease: In front of each goal, an area shall be marked by a red line 5cm wide, named as the “Goal Crease”. Blue Lines: The ice surface between the goals shall be divided into three (3) zones by lines, 30cm in width, and blue in color, and extended completely across the rink, parallel with the goal lines, and continued vertically up the side of the boards, named as the “Blue Lines”. In case advertising is allowed on the boards, the lines must be marked, at a minimum, on the kick plate. Center Line: Another line, 30cm in width and red in color, drawn completely across the rink on center ice, parallel with the goal lines and continued vertically up the side of the boards, named as the “Center Line”. In case advertising is allowed on the boards, the lines must be marked, at a minimum, on the kick plate. 01 ➔ For more information refer to Appendix VI – Infographics.
1.6DIVISION OF ICE SURFACE Defending Zone: The portion of the ice surface in which the goal is situated shall be called the “Defending Zone” of the team defending that goal. Neutral Zone: The central portion shall be known as the “Neutral Zone”. Attacking Zone: The portion farthest from the defended Goal shall be the “Attacking Zone”.
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1.7GOAL CREASE / ON-ICE OFFICIALS’ CREASE Goal Crease (markings on the ice surface): In front of each goal frame, one goal crease shall be marked by a red line. The marked line belongs to the Goal Crease. ➔ For more information refer to Appendix VI – Infographics. Goal Crease Area/ Space: The Goal Crease Area includes all of the space outlined by the crease lines and extends vertically until the top of the crossbar. ➔ For more information refer to Appendix VI – Infographics. On-Ice Official Crease: In front of the Official Scorekeepers’ Box, a semi-circular area is marked on the ice surface, called the "On-Ice Officials Crease". A 5cm wide red line with a radius of 3.0m marks this crease area. ➔ For more information refer to Appendix VI – Infographics.
1.8GOALKEEPER’S RESTRICTED AREA Behind each goal, a trapezoidal area is marked on the ice surface, called the "Goalkeeper Designated Area". The two 5cm-wide red 01 lines mark the restricted area between the goal line and the boards behind the goal. The outside dimension of the marking along the goal line is 6.80m and along the boards is 8.60m, and the lines continue vertically on the kick plate. ➔ For more information refer to Appendix VI – Infographics.
1.9FACE-OFF SPOTS AND CIRCLES Face-off Spot and Circle at Center Ice: A circular blue spot, 30cm in diameter, shall be marked exactly in the center of the rink. This spot shall be referred to as the “Center Ice Face-off Spot”. With this spot as a center, a circle of 4.50m radius shall be marked with a blue line that is 5cm wide. Face-off Spots in the Neutral Zone: Two (2) red spots, 60cm in diameter, shall be marked on the ice in the neutral zone, 1.50m from each blue line. These four (4) spots shall be referred to as the “Neutral-zone Face-off Spots”. Within the face-off spot, draw two parallel lines 8cm from the top and bottom of the spot. The area within the two lines shall be painted red, the remainder shall be painted white. The spots shall be 14.0m apart and each shall be a uniform distance from the adjacent Boards. Face-off Spots and Circles in the End-Zones (Attacking and Defending Zone): In both end-zones and on both sides of each goal, red face-off spots and circles shall be marked on the ice. The face-off spots shall be 60cm in diameter. These four (4) spots shall be referred to as the “End-Zone Face-off Spots”. Within the face-off spot, draw two parallel lines 8cm from the top and bottom of the spot. The area within the two lines shall be painted red, the remainder shall be painted white. PLAYING AREA The circles shall be marked with a red line 5cm wide with a radius of 4.50m from the center of the face-off spots. At the outer edge of both sides of each face-off circle and parallel to the “Goal Line”, two red lines 5cm wide and 60cm in length and 1.70m apart shall be marked. 30cm away from the outer edge of the face-off spot, two red lines 5cm wide shall be drawn parallel with the side boards that shall be 1.20m in length and 45cm apart. Parallel to the end boards, commencing at the end of the line nearest to the face-off spot, a red line 5cm wide shall extend 90cm in length. ➔ For more information refer to Appendix VI – Infographics 225 50
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1.10ICE CLEANING Aside from the normal ice resurfacing that is performed during the intermissions between each period of play, if applicable, addition- al snow removal activities shall be performed. » For more information refer to IIHF Rink Guideline