The BVRAHL decided on November 26th to introduce a Mercy Rule. Once a Team is up by 7 goals (ie.8 to 1) then the clock will run, if in that time the team that is down closes the gap then the clock will go back to stop time. Once the team that is ahead goes up by 10 goals (ie. 11 to 1) then the game is over. The teams are welcome to continue to use the ice, but the officials will not stay. This new rule was put in place to promote fair play and to avoid any altercations occuring as a result of frustration. Should you have any concerns or questions about this new rule please contact Matt White (Player Relations - matt@bvrahl.com).