IFF Rules of the Game (2018 Edition)

Preface

• Published in November 2017.
• Acknowledges potential deficiencies and encourages constructive feedback.
• Rules apply equally to men's and women's floorball.
• Equipment must be appropriately marked, with protective goggles recommended for players under 19.
• Changes to rules are ongoing due to evolving play styles.

Conditions of the Game

• Floorball is played between two teams with the aim to score more goals than the opponent.
• Games are preferably indoors on a hard, even surface.
• Matches must adhere to the approved venue standards.

Rink Specifications

• Dimensions: Standard rink is 40x20m, smallest allowed is 36x18m.
• Markings: Centre line, face-off dots, goal creases (4x5m), and goalkeeper areas (1x2.5m).
• Substitution Zones: 10m along one long side, marked and including player benches.
• Secretariat and Penalty Benches: Located opposite substitution zones.
• Inspection: Referees inspect rink pre-match for defects.

Game Time

• Regular Time: 3x20 minutes with two 10-minute intermissions.
• Effective Time: Clock stops for interruptions, restarts with ball play.
• Exemptions: Non-effective time possible with authority approval, last 3 minutes always effective.
• Time Out: Each team can request one per match.
• Extra Time & Penalty Shots: 10-minute extra time if tied, followed by penalty shots if needed.

Participants

• Team Composition: Max 20 players, noted in match record.
• During Play: Max six players including one goalkeeper.
• Substitution Rules: Unlimited during match, must occur in substitution zones.
• Goalkeepers: Special marking ("G"), no field play allowed.
• Team Captains: Marked ("C"), sole spokesperson to referees.
• Referees and Secretariat: Two referees, secretariat handles match record and timekeeping.

Equipment

• Player and Referee Uniforms: Specific requirements for colors, numbers, and socks.
• Goalkeeper Gear: Must wear a face mask, no stick allowed.
• Ball and Stick: Must be IFF approved; particular rules on blade and shaft.

Fixed Situations

• Types: Face-offs, hit-ins, free-hits, and penalty shots.
• Regulations: Ball must be stationary; specific markings for each type.

Penalties

• Offences lead to bench penalties (2-minute or 5-minute).
• Types of Penalties: Bench, delayed, personal, and match penalties.
• Offences: Include high sticking, dangerous play, incorrect equipment, etc.
• Match Penalties: Severe infractions lead to suspension.

Goals

• Regulations: Only correctly scored goals allowed, involving ball crossing goal line from front.
• Disallowed Goals: Goals scored with infractions, or incorrect play.

Additional Information

• For further rule clarifications, refer to detailed sections and illustrations within the official rule document.

This summary provides an overview of the key rules and regulations based on the 2018 edition of the IFF Rules of the Game. For comprehensive details, refer to the full document.