Call the fouls. The NCAA wants officials to make sure all players wear mouthpieces at all times. Officials should observe players during the game, especially goalies. Players must have all chin straps fastened. Please get players to fasten all 4 straps.
Safety is our first concern and mouthpieces are a safety issue.
Officials have been asked to make random equipment checks during each period when play is stopped. This is in addition to the two done between periods. During time outs, after a goal, or during a delay are good opportunities. You may want to check gloves, pads, and mouthpieces one time, and a stick another. These checks are required mechanics.