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David Ball
3 weeks agoEquipment Mandates
Neck Laceration Protectors:
These are now mandatory for all players in games and practices, as well as for on-ice officials under 18.
HECC Certification:
All neck protectors must be HECC certified, though BNQ-certified protectors are permitted for the 2025-26 and 2026-27 seasons.
Gameplay Changes
Icing the Puck:
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In the 15O/16U and above age classifications, teams are allowed to ice the puck while shorthanded.
Delayed Offside:
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Teams in the 15O/16U and above classifications are permitted to use delayed offside.
Icing Penalties:
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A two-minute bench minor will be assessed if a team challenges a player not wearing a mouthpiece and the challenge is verified by an official.
Kneeing Penalty:
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A kneeing penalty now carries a mandatory misconduct.