Game Format

4–7 & 8–11 Divisions

• 2 x 14-minute & 1 × 16-minute stop-time periods (every 2 minutes)

12–14 & 15–17 Divisions

• 3 x 15-minute running time periods

Line Changes

4–7 & 8–11 Divisions

• Buzzer system (every 2 minutes)

12–14 & 15–17 Divisions

• On-the-fly line changes

Faceoffs

• Start of each period only

• After coincidental penalties

End Switching

• Teams switch ends each period

Icing

• No icing

Offside (Tag-Up Rule)

Players must clear the offensive zone before re-entering.

If play is whistled offside:

• Possession is awarded to opposing team

Goal Limits

8–11 Division

• Score is not tracked — our focus is on player development, confidence, and joy
  

8–11 Division

• Max 3 goals per player per period

12–14 & 15–17 Divisions

• Max 2 goals per player per period

If exceeded:

• Goal does not count

• Possession awarded to opposing team

Trailing Team Rule

If a team is losing:

• All players may score freely

• Once game is tied, goal limits are in effect

Penalty Shot Goals

Do not count toward goal limits

Out of Play

• Possession to non-offending team

• 10 feet of space required

After a Goal

• Scoring team clears to blue line

• Opposing team restarts play

If violated:

• Penalty shot awarded

Restart Rule

• 10 seconds to advance puck after goal

• Delay = penalty

Goalie Freeze

• 10 seconds max to play puck

• Offensive players must clear hash marks

Other Stoppages

• Possession to non-offending team

Goalies

• Cannot play puck past blue line

Pulled Goalie

• Allowed last 4 minutes or delayed penalty

Timeouts

• None in regular season

• Playoffs: 1 × 30-second timeout

Overtime

• No overtime in regular season

Injury Protocol

Play will be stopped immediately for serious injury.

Games may be delayed or ended at staff discretion.

Waivers

All players must complete waiver

Equipment Required

CSA helmet, neck guard, mouthguard, Jock/Jill, shoulder pads, elbow pads, shin pads, hockey pants, gloves, skates.

Jerseys

Katz Bros jersey must be worn

Spectators

No spectators in bench/player areas

Minor Penalties

Penalty shot

Major Penalties

2 penalty shots + game ejection

3 Minor Penalties

Game ejection

Coincidental Penalties

No penalty shots, play resumes at centre ice

• Shooter starts at centre ice

• Players line up at blue line

• Whistle starts play

• Defenders may chase and attempt to stop shooter

• Play continues if no goal

Players may be removed for:

• Arguing with officials

• Trash talk

• Disrespectful behaviour

• Overly aggressive play, body checking, or any actions deemed dangerous to other participants

Ice Management

May adjust floods for timing

Warm-Up

2 minutes

Team Balance

League may adjust teams for fairness

Communication

All concerns must go through league management

Spectators

Disruptive spectators may be removed

Respect, sportsmanship, and positive behaviour are required at all times.

Violations may result in suspension or removal.

Player safety is a top priority at Katz Bros Hockey. In the event of an injury, players should follow medical guidance before returning to play.

All registrations are final and non-refundable.

If a player is unable to continue due to injury, a credit or partial refund may be considered on a case-by-case basis, dependent on the ability to fill the spot.

A brief note from a medical professional confirming the player is unable to participate may be required for our records.

Only parents or medical professionals may administer medication.

EpiPens permitted.

Katz Bros Hockey reserves the right to interpret and enforce all rules to ensure a safe and positive experience for all participants.