GCRA Member Notice: mouth guards

Please note that some rule changes with respect to the use of mouth guards are now in effect.   The use of mouth guards is no longer required for league games in the following leagues:

• National Capital Region Ringette League (NCRRL)
• Ligue Ringuette Québec (LRQ)
• Ligue Elite Ringuette Québec (LERQ)

While mouth guards are no longer required, they are still recommended to help prevent damage to teeth and other parts of the mouth.   Parents and players are encouraged to continue using mouth guards for both practices and games.
Since these rule changes are recent it is possible that some of the on-ice officials may not be aware.   Players and teams should be prepared to wear mouth guards if an official requires it, keep in mind that the on-ice officials have authority for game play.  If this happens, do not argue this issue with an official, just get your mouth guard and play ringette.