Rule 201. Composition of Team

1. A team must start a game with six players on the ice. Any time that a team has been reduced to less than four players, the game shall be declared a forfeit. A maximum of 20 players, including goalkeepers, shall be permitted to play in a game.

   Except for Juniors - The maximum number of players, excluding goalkeepers, shall not exceed 18.

   For Juniors only - A maximum of eighteen players, plus not more than two goalkeepers, shall be permitted to play in a game. For pre-season/exhibition games, a maximum of twenty players plus two goalkeepers shall be permitted to play in a game.

2. Each team shall appoint and designate on the scoresheet a Head Coach prior to the start of the game. The Head Coach shall be in control of and responsible for the actions of all team personnel.

   For Juniors only - Each team shall appoint and designate on the scoresheet a Head Coach and an Assistant Coach prior to the start of the game. The Head Coach and Assistant Coach shall be in control of and responsible for the actions of all team personnel. Additionally, both coaches shall be registered with USA Hockey.