FPHL Announces Temporary Suspension of Rule Regarding Head Coaches Participating as Players

The Federal Prospects Hockey League (FPHL) wishes to announce a temporary suspension of the league rule restricting head coaches from dressing and participating as players in FPHL games (under Rule 2.5). However, The League Office shall still have final authority to determine whether a roster, player, or team personnel designation complies with league requirements.

This temporary measure has been approved by the FPHL Operations Committee and the Commissioner and will remain in effect only until the completion of the league’s ongoing immigration process.

Upon completion of the immigration process, the rule will automatically return to full effect, and the restriction on head coaches participating as players will once again be enforced.

The FPHL’s immigration process is now approaching its final stages of approval. We remain hopeful that our foreign-born players will be cleared to return to the ice and rejoin their respective teams in competition in the very near future.

This temporary action is intended to address the league’s current circumstances and should not be interpreted as a permanent change to the FPHL Rules and Regulations.

We appreciate the understanding, patience, and continued support of our teams, players, officials, fans, and partners as we work through this process.

Thank you for your continued support of the Federal Prospects Hockey League.

Federal Prospects Hockey League
Office of the Commissioner

About the FPHL
The Federal Prospects Hockey League is a professional single-A minor hockey league with member clubs across the United States. The FPHL is committed to growing the game, developing players and supporting professional hockey in passionate local communities. The league is currently operating in its 17th season during 2026-27.