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The Ref Signals

THE REF'S SIGNALS


Boarding


Called when a player is hit or tripped from behind sending him into the boards.


Charging

Called for running or jumping into opponent. Usually takes 3 or more strides.



Cross Checking

Called when a player delivers a check with both hands on his stick and no part of the stick is on the ice. 



Elbowing

Called when a player uses his elbow to strike another player. (Usually to the head).



High Sticking

Called when a player holds his stick above the waist of an opponent & contact is made. 



Holding

Called when a player holds an opponent's body, uniform or stick with his hands


Hooking

Called when a player impedes an opponent's progress by using his stick. 



Interference

Called when a player impedes an opponent's progress but neither player has the puck.



Misconduct

Called when a player abuses a referee or argues his ruling. 



Roughing

Called for player(s) guilty of unnecessary roughness from pushing or shoving.



Slashing

Called when a player swings and strikes another player. Can be a major if there is an injury.


Spearing

Called when a player stabs an opponent with the point of stick blade. Usually a major penalty.



Tripping

Called when a player uses his stick, knee or foot in a manner that causes his opponent to fall.


Washout

When a linesman signals this, it means no icing or off-sides. A referee uses this to signal no goal.