Regel 51: Roughing

Roughing is a punching or slamming motion with or without the glove on the hand, normally directed at the head or face of an opponent, or if a Player intentionally removes an opponent’s helmet during play. Roughing is a minor altercation that is not worthy of a Major Penalty to either participant.

The Referee shall, at their discretion, assess a Minor Penalty on a Player who strikes an opponent with their hand or fist, or if a Player intentionally removes an opponent’s helmet during play pursuant. → Rule 9.6 – Helmets

A Player who persists in continuing to be involved in roughing is subject to rules for “fighting”. → Rule 46 – Fighting

The Referee, at their discretion, may assess a Major Penalty and an automatic Game Misconduct Penalty to a Goalkeeper who uses their blocker glove to punch an opponent and the action is likely to result in injury to the opponent.

If deemed appropriate, Supplementary Discipline can be applied by the Proper Authorities at their discretion.
→ Rule 28 – Supplementary Discipline