Rule 506. Official Scorer

1. Before the start of the game, the OFFICIAL SCORER shall obtain from the Manager or Coach of both teams a list of all eligible players of each team, which information shall be made known to the opposing team Manager or Coach before the start of play, either personally or through the Referee.

   The Official Scorer shall secure the names of the Captain and Designated Alternate from the Manager or Coach and will so indicate by placing the letter ``C'' or ``A'' opposite their names on the score sheet. The Official Scorer shall indicate the name of each head coach of each team on the score sheet. This information shall be presented to the Referee for his signature at the completion of the game.

   For Juniors only - He shall also be responsible to obtain and record the starting lineup of each team.

2. The Official Scorer shall keep a record of the goals scored, the scorers, and player to whom assists have been credited, and shall indicate those players on the lists who have actually taken part in the game. He shall also record the time of entry into the game of any substitute or temporary goalkeeper. He shall record on the Official Score Sheet a notation where a goal is scored when the goalkeeper has been removed from the ice.

3. The awards of points for goals and assists shall be announced over the public address system and all changes in such awards shall also be announced in the same manner.

   No requests for changes in any award of points shall be considered unless they are made at or before the conclusion of actual play in the game by the team Captain.

4. The Official Scorer shall also prepare the Official Score Sheet for signature by the Referee and forward it to the Proper Authorities.