All visiting Officials are expected to abide by the policies, procedures, rules, and standards established by New Hampshire Roller Derby (NHRD) the Women's Flat Track Derby Association (WFTDA). Links to the applicable documents are found on this page.
Note: "Game" refers to any game type or scrimmage.
Please contact NHRD's Head Officials with questions: officials@nhrollerderby.com
The Rules of Flat Track Roller Derby . All regulation and sanctioned games hosted by NHRD follow the most current rules. Most "other" games follow the rules, as well, and any exceptions to that will be shared by the game's Head Officials with the captains and coaches of both teams and all Officials prior to the game starting whistle.
WFTDA Risk Management Guidelines . We abide by the WFTDA Risk Management Guidelines and expect visiting Officials to follow our lead.
WFTDA Officiating Uniform Policy . Unless otherwise indicated upon game staffing, all Officials are required to wear uniforms that comply with this policy.
WFTDA Officiating Procedures . It's expected that all Officials know and follow the procedures appropriate to their roles, not to exclude the following:
Visiting Officials are always required to sign the WFTDA Event Waiver upon arriving at the venue.
NHRD expects all Officials to act in a manner that aligns with the league's Conduct Policy. The revised policy below only includes expectations specific to Officials, regardless of league affiliation.
Roller derby boosts mental, physical, and social fitness by empowering participants to do good for themselves, each other, and their communities. Members of the officiating community are role models, leading by example at all times.
Good Sportsmanship
Respect
Energy
Attitude
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Failure to adhere to the following requirements can result in the incarceration of the offender. At the very least, not following these requirements will result in event dismissal of the offender.