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The Rules of Flat Track Roller Derby

NOTE: You are viewing the March 1, 2014 revision of The Rules of Flat Track Roller Derby, which is officially retired.

The current version of the rules can be found at Rules Central.

5.2 - Blocking to the Head/High Blocking

Hitting an opponent above the shoulders is prohibited (see Section 4.2.2).

No Impact/No Penalty

5.2.1 - Contact above the shoulders that is incidental.

Penalty

5.2.2 - Any block with forceful contact landing above the shoulders.

Expulsion

The following egregious acts making contact above the shoulders of an opponent will be automatic game expulsions. Expulsions will be issued for a conscious and forceful attempt to commit any of the following egregious acts, whether or not the attempt was successful.

5.2.3 - Any contact above the shoulders of an opponent not wearing a helmet.

5.2.4 - Intentional, negligent, or reckless contact above the shoulders.

5.2.5 - Pulling of the head, neck, or helmet.

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