Rules

Game Format

The format below is intended to fit within a 65 minute time slot.

• Timings:
  • 3 minutes warmup
  • 18 minute stop time period 1
  • 1 minute break
  • 18 minute stop time period 2 (the 2nd period length will be shortened by the timekeeper based on the amount of time left in the slot)
• Mercy Rule: Under discussion.

Standings

League standings are be determined by the following stats, in order:

1. Most Points
2. Head to Head Points among tied teams
3. Most Wins
4. Most Goals For
5. Least Goals Against
6. Least Penalty Minutes

C4 Playoff Rules

• Player eligibility: Players must play at least one game with a team during the regular season in order to be eligible to play for that team in the playoffs.
• In the case of a tie after regulation time:
  1. 5 minute stop-time sudden-death period.
  2. Shootout with 5 players per team
  3. Shootout continues with alternating players shooting until a winner is decided. No repeat shooters are permitted until the entire roster has shot.

CBHA Rules and Ammendments

Except for any changes listed below, C4 Ball Hockey Leagues play using the most recent Rulebook published by the Canadian Ball Hockey Association (CBHA).

These rule changes are intended to minimize barriers to play, maximize our enjoyment of the sport, and reflect the realities and context of our own local leagues.

1. No changing ends: Teams will not change ends; teams will defend the net closest to their bench for the entire game (vs CBHA Rule 9.e).
2. Soft-capped elbow pads: Soft-capped elbow pads may be worn uncovered (e.g. short sleeved jersey); hard capped elbow pads must still be covered (vs CBHA Rule 23(a) Note 1).