Nassau Suffolk Dek Hockey will follow USA Ball hockey Rules, unless otherwise stated below. Rules are subject to change without notice.
NSD House Rules:
Teams: Each team will roster 11 players (10 players and a Goalie) minimum per season. Each player must be paid in full before games can be played. Cost of each player is $215 per season (10 Games + playoffs). Discounts may be offered to teams who pay full team amount up front.
Roster for Game Requirements: Each team needs a minimum of 4 players and a goalie to begin a game. If a team falls below 3 players on the rink (Via penalty or injury) the game will be a forfeit. Teams should look to rescheduled 24 hours in advance if they cannot roster a team. Teams will be able to submit blackout dates/or times each season.
Game Days: Games will be played during the following times/days: Monday-Thursday 7:30-10:30pm, and Sunday 8-10pm*. No games will be played on Friday or Saturday unless teams request games to be played on that date. Each team can submit 1 blackout day or time per season (more blackout dates can be requested on a case by case basis) (*Sunday’s can be requested but aren’t required)
Jerseys: Teams are encouraged to have matching jerseys. If a player doesn’t have a jersey, a different shirt/jersey of the same color may be used. Jersey’s/T-Shirts must have a number on the back to identify players for accurate scorekeeping. If teams need uniforms, please reach out to CleanHit Athletics. (Thomas Dicomo or Eric Quinn)
Substitute Goalies: Any team can use a substitute goalie at any point in the regular season. Playoff Rules: Barring extreme circumstances, teams won’t be allowed to use a substitute goalie for playoff games. If a substitute goalie must be used, both team captains and the commissioner will need to agree on who will be used. A player with similar skill should be recommended.
Equipment: Players must wear the following equipment: Helmet (Cage or Visor recommended but not required), Stick, Gloves and Shin Guards that cover Knee to ankle. Players do not need to wear elbow guards, but it’s highly encouraged. Goaltenders are required to have Pads, Chest Protector, Glove, Blocker, Goalie stick and a Goalie Helmet. Lacrosse Helmets are not permitted for Goalies or players.
Balls: Teams will use orange or pink balls (Mylec, Knapper or Equivalent). If a ball breaks during a play, it is at the Referees discretion to blow the whistle if they notice it is broken. Otherwise, play will continue.
Out of Play (Eisenhower Rink): Eisenhower Rink includes protective netting around the top of the rink to keep the ball from going out of play. If a ball is shot into the protective netting and lands back in play, play will continue on.
Defensive Zone Handpass: Eisenhower rink uses yellow lines to mark the Neutral zone. A handpass is allowed in the defensive zone. The Handpass must originate and end below the yellow line.
Penalties: All Penalties will be 1 minute, unless otherwise noted; via match penalties or double minor penalties. 3 minor penalties, excluding too many men or delay of game, will result in an ejection from the game. Abuse of officials won’t be tolerated.
Scorekeeping: Before the start of each game, Scorekeepers must sign in an record players who are at the game. If there are any players not on the Roster, they will not be permitted to play. The scorekeeper will be responsible for recording all stats. Goals, Assists and Penalties for forwards, and Shots on Goal for Goalies to the best of their ability. Captains should take attendance and submit to the scorekeeper.
