Linespersons Responsibilities Quiz: Icing

What is the primary responsibility of the Linespersons in regards to icing calls?

• To score goals

• To set a standard and communicate effectively

• To coach the players

• To manage team substitutions

In the two-official system, what is the role of the back and front linesperson?

• To conduct the duties of the referee

• To manage the scoreboard

• To conduct icing decisions in accordance with their position

• To organize team strategies

What action does the back linesperson/official take to signal icing?

• Raise their hand

• Blow a whistle

• Raise their arm straight above the shoulder

• Clap their hands

What should the front linesperson do if the back linesperson fails to initiate an obvious potential icing?

• Ignore the situation

• Continue with the icing procedure as normal

• Call a timeout

• Consult with the coach

What is the verbal signal given by the back linesperson/official for icing?

• "Stop"

• "No"

• "Ice"

• "Go"

What should the front linesperson do when the puck crosses the goal line in an icing situation?

• Start a new play

• Blow the whistle and conduct the ensuing face-off

• Call for a penalty

• Signal for a timeout

What is the role of the back linesperson/official after retrieving the puck?

• To score a goal

• To mark where the face-off will take place

• To call a timeout

• To coach the players

What should the front linesperson ensure while retrieving the puck?

• That the puck is clean

• That all players are kept in view

• That the scoreboard is updated

• That the coach is informed

What is the purpose of verbal communication between the two linespersons?

• To confuse the players

• To ensure the game is delayed

• To help the front linesperson communicate with the defending player

• To entertain the audience

What should the front linesperson always do when the puck is in the end zone?

• Ignore the play

• Check back to confirm the potential icing is still in effect

• Call for a substitution

• Signal for a timeout