Each team may appoint a Captain and a maximum of three Alternate Captains. Prior to the start of the game, the Manager or Coach of each team will note the names and numbers of the Captain and Alternate Captain(s) on the Official Game Report.
See AlsoWhat Do Team Captains Do in Hockey? | WB Scranton PenguinsIs The Quarterback The Captain Of The Team In Football?What Is An Alternate Captain In Ice Hockey? Definition & Meaning | SportsLingoA team will be penalized under Rule 10.6 (a) – Illegal Equipment if they have more the appropriate number of players wearing “C”s or “A”s.
The Captain will wear the letter “C” and the Alternate Captain(s) the letter “A” clearly on the front of their jersey. The letters should be a contrasting colour to the jersey, and be approximately 7.62cm (3 in.) in height. If the letters are not worn, Captain and Alternate Captain privileges will not be permitted, including but not limited to, communication privileges and requesting measurements.
When the Captain or Alternate Captain receives a penalty, they will lose their privileges for the duration of the penalty and must proceed directly to the Penalty Bench. Any player who fails to do so will be penalized under Rule 11.1 (d)(iv) – Unsportsmanlike Conduct.
Goaltenders, or a replacement for a goaltender, as well as a playing Coach or Manager cannot be selected or named Captain or Alternate Captain.
INTERPRETATIONS | |
Interpretation 1 | Rule 2.3 (a) If a team has more than the appropriate number of players wearing “C”s or “A”s, one or more of the players must remove or cover the “C” or “A” or switch jerseys. |
