2007-08 Tournament Rules and Regulations

The Rink at Lehigh Valley is committed to the development of Youth hockey in the Lehigh Valley area. We are proud to follow USA Hockey’s Zero Tolerance policies and expect all participants, coaches and spectators to follow those policies. Abusive and irresponsible behavior will not be tolerated. Copies of the Tournament Rules and Regulations are also available in the Tournament Brochures.

Game Format
  • Four (4) games guaranteed
  • No ice resurfaces during games
  • All games will play to completion
  • If the goal differential is seven goals or more,
    there will be running clock in the third period and any additional goals will not be put on scoreboard.
  • All games will be played with three-12 minute
    periods

 

Rules and Penalties
  • This tournament is USA Hockey sanctions and
    all games will be played according to USAH rules and penalties.
  • All players and coaches must be USA Hockey
    registered.
  • All teams must provide proof of USAH registra-
    tion (member cards and T-1 form).
  • Any player receiving 4 penalties in one game
    will be ejected from the game with no further suspension.
  • Fighting Majors will result in immediate ejection
    from the tournament, no exceptions.
  • Tournament director reserves the right to change
    any tournament rule he deems necessary for equal play for the tournament.

 

Standings Rules and Tie Breakers
  • Two points for a win, one point for a tie and zero
    points for a loss.
  • Tie Breakers for all scenarios are as follows:
    1. Points
    2. Wins
    3. Head to Head (This tie breaker does not apply if three teams are tied)
    4. Total Goals Against
    5. Fewest penalty minutes
    6. Coin Toss

For more information about any of the above tournaments, please email or call Erik Rockwell. Rink office number: 610.434.6899.

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