Rule 634. Spearing

1. A major plus a game misconduct penalty shall be imposed on a player who spears or attempts to spear an opponent.

   For Juniors only - A minor plus misconductpenalty or a double minor plus game ejection penalty option also applies under subsection (a) of this rule. The minor plus misconduct penalty option may only be assessed for an attempted spear where no contact with the opponent is made.

   (Note 1) ``Spearing'' shall mean stabbing an opponent with the point of the stick blade while the stick is being carried with one hand or both hands.

   (Note 2) ``Attempt to spear'' shall include all cases where a spearing gesture is made regardless of whether or not bodily contact is made.

   (Note 3) ``Spearing'' may also be treated as Attempt to Injure or Deliberate Injury of Opponents under Rule 603.