When do I need to alert the referee about a player's penalties?
Rule- USA
- USA Hockey
- 14U
- 14 and under
- Ages 13-14
- Youth hockey
- 2025-29 USA Hockey rules
- 2026-27 season
- Scorekeepers
- Off-ice officials
The Penalty Timekeeper must report these to the Referee:
| Situation | Result |
|---|---|
| A player's 4th penalty in the same game | Game misconduct |
| A player's or goalie's 2nd major in the same game | Game misconduct plus a two-game suspension |
It also helps to track:
- A player's 2nd misconduct in a game, which becomes a game misconduct.
- The team's penalty total. If one team gets 12 or more penalties in a game, its head coach is suspended for the next game.
Also tell the Referee promptly about any difference between the clock and the correct penalty time.
Added 21 Oct 2026