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These are the various hand motions used by the referees to signify
a penalty.
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Boarding: Pounding the closed fist of one hand
into the open palm of the other hand.
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Charging: Rotating clenched fists around one
another in front of chest.
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Cross-checking: A forward and backward motion
with both fists clenched extending from the chest.
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Delayed calling of a penalty: Referee extends arm
and points to penalized player.
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Elbowing: Tapping the elbow of the "whistle hand"
with the opposite hand.
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High-sticking: Holding both fists, clenched, one
above the other at the side of the head.
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Holding: Clasping the wrists of the "whistle hand"
well in front of the chest.
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Hooking: A tugging motion with both arms, as if
pulling something toward the stomach.
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Interference: Crossed arms stationary in front
of chest with fists closed.
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Misconduct: Place both hands on hips.
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Roughing: A thrusting motion with the arm extending
from the side.
- Slashing: A chopping motion with
the edge of one hand across the opposite forearm.
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Spearing: A jabbing motion with both hands thrust
out in front of the body.
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Tripping: Strike the right leg with the right hand
below the knee keeping both skates on the ice.
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Unsportsman-like conduct: Use both hands to form
a "T" in front of the chest.
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