ORGANIZATION

1. The LEAGUE is the basic unit of organization.

2. Consists of a minimum of four (4) teams in the same age.

3. Annually adopts a schedule of games for its teams.

REGISTRATION/DEADLINES

2. Team Entry Deadline (# of teams in each group) is August 15th, 2008.3. First Practice may begin August 2

4. First Games will begin September 6th, 2008.5. All rosters must be submitted to Carrboro Recreation & Parks by 5:00pm on August 29

Noon.

within 48 hours then your organization will be required to pay a $100 fee in order to reenter the

league. You are required to pay the fee before you participate in any more games. All games

include rainouts, however if a rainout occurs then you must notify the opposing team within two

hours of game time if possible.

CLASSES OF PLAY

1. There are no height or weight restrictions on players

playing year. Bring a copy of the birth certificates to the field with you.

3. A total of 3 roster copies should be brought to each game. 1 for the press box, 1 for the home team

and 1 for the visiting team.

PLAYING FIELD

The Field will be 80 ft. from sideline to center of field and 50 yards long (25-yard line to

25-yard line.)

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FLAG FOOTBALL RULES

1. A game is played between two teams consisting of eight [8] players each.

2. Each team roster shall have a maximum of 20 players and a minimum of 8 players

who must be dressed and ready to play each game. A forfeit will result when the

minimum is not met.

3. Only players appearing on the official team roster form are to be counted as

players. This form is to be completed before the first game of the season and

verified by the league in a process called “certification”.

4. Each team shall designate one player as “Captain” and only he shall represent the

team and address an official on matters of interpretation of rules or to obtain

essential information.

5. The offensive team must have five [5] players on the line and [3] in the backfield.

The defensive team may choose any formation.

6. Time- There will be:

a) Two 20-minute running halves-clock will stop the last two minutes of each half

on incomplete passes, all penalties, time outs, out of bounds and after all

touchdowns (In accordance with NC High School AA rules).

b) Five (5) minutes between halves

c) At the conclusion of each down, the referee will place the ball in the center of

the field (equal distance from the sidelines-not on a hash mark.)

7. A team will have 30 seconds to put the ball in play after the ready signal.

8. Team Coaches- One (1) coach for each team will be permitted on the field during

play. Four (4) adults are permitted on the sidelines.

9. Each half and each series of downs will begin at the 30 yard line. The team in

possession of the ball will have four downs to advance the ball 10 yards for the first

down or a touchdown. The team trailing at the half will get possession of the ball

to begin the second half.

10. Interception of a pass can be returned by the defensive team. New series will begin

at spot of flag being pulled.

11. After each play the ball will be placed in the center of the playing field equal

distance from the sidelines.

12. Players may line up with hands on knees. NO 3 or 4 point stance permitted.

13. A defensive player cannot hold or push the ball carrier to remove his/her flag. The

offending player is removed from the game for one play. The down is played over.

14. A defensive player cannot block or push a player out of bounds-PENALTY- player

is removed from the game for one play. The offensive team is awarded a first down

at the spot of the infraction.

15. OFFSIDES: Offense loss of down and offending player sits out one down.

Defense down is played over and offending player out one down.

16. FLAGRANT FOUL: Butting, Elbowing, Knee Blocking, Blocking from Behind,

Knocking a player to his feet. Insulting or Abusive Language, Fighting and unsportsmanlike

Conduct.

FIRST OFFENSE- Player is removed from the game for 4 downs

SECOND OFFENSE- Player is removed from the game and not allowed to

Return for that game.

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17. All players are eligible to receive a pass.

19. The GAME OFFICIALS will have complete authority to use judgement in

assessing any penalty on an offensive or defensive player by removing that player

from the playing field according to the infraction.

20. Two- 2-minute time outs permitted per half.

21. Ten minute grace period from starting time.

EQUIPMENT

1. Game ball- Wilson K-2

2. Flagsa)

Each player must wear a belt with the number of flags designated as “standard”

by the league this will be either two or three flags- Different color than shorts

or pants.

b) The flags will be attached to a belt and extend or hang from each side of the

player’s body. When using three flags, the third flag will hang from the rear of

the players body.

d) The belt must be tight to prevent being turned around during a de-flagging.

e) Jerseys cannot be worn over flags

f) If a player’s flag is inadvertently lost, he is ineligible to handle the ball.

g) Home/Host teams must have 2 different flag colors in case a conflict arises.

h) All organizations must use youth flags, not adult.

3. Game Uniform

a) All team members must wear the same color jersey.

b) All jerseys will be numbered for proper identification by the officials and

statisticians.

c) Any type of pant may be worn.

d) Jerseys will be tucked in at all times

e) Sneakers are the preferred shoe; however, non-detachable, rubber-cleated shoes

(soccer style) are allowed. No other footwear is acceptable.

f) No hats.

4. Eye Glasses

a) Eye glasses, when worn, shall be of athletically approved construction with

non-shattering glass (safety glass).

b) The League may assign more than two referees for a game.

c) Each game official will carry yellow handkerchief and drop it when an

infraction occurs.

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THE RULES OF THE GAME

1. Players- The free substitution rule is always in effect and a player may enter the

game anytime the ball is dead.

2. De-flagging

a) There shall be no tackling of the ball carrier, passer or kicker.

b) The player carrying or having possession of the ball is down when the flag is

removed from his waist (de-flagging).

c) The defensive player shall hold the flag above his head and stand still.

d) The defensive player cannot hold or push the ball carrier to remove his flag. An

accidental touch of the body or shoulder while reaching for the flag shall not be

considered a violation: however, touching of the head or face shall be

considered a violation.

e) A defensive player may not run over, push or pull a blocker away from him. He

may push him sideways if he gets past him, but cannot push the blocker down.

f) A defensive player must go for the passer’s flag. He cannot touch the passer’s

arm.

g) De-flagging in the end zone results in the ball going back to the 25 yard line.

3. Blocking

a) A blocker must be on his feet at all times while blocking. All linemen, except

the center, must not assume the three point stance or otherwise spring from a

coiled or crouching start. Instead, they must simply stand at the line of

scrimmage and await the snap.

b) Cross body and roll blocking are not permitted

c) A blocker cannot use his hands.

d) Blocking shall be done with the arms and body in the form of shoulder and

brush blocking only.

e) A defensive player cannot block or push a ball carrier out of bounds.

f) Butting, elbowing or knee blocking is not allowed

g) There will be no two-on-one blocking for the ball carrier beyond the line of

scrimmage.

h) Blocking a player from behind is NOT permitted [CLIPPING]

i) A defensive player will be restricted in the use of his hands to the blocker’s

body and shoulders.

4. Ball Carrier

a) The ball carrier cannot use his hands or arms to protect his flags. The defensive

player must have the opportunity to remove the ball carrier’s flags.

b) The ball carrier CANNOT lower his head to drive or run into a defensive

player.

c) Stiff arming by the ball carrier is illegal

d) The ball carrier cannot hurdle to prevent a defensive player from removing his

flags.

e) The ball carrier may run in any direction until the ball is declared dead.

5. Center

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a) The center must snap the ball between his legs.

b) He must have both feet on the scrimmage line with no part of his body forward

of the point of the ball.

c) He may adjust the long part of the ball at right angles to the scrimmage line for

one time only.

6. Passing

a) All backfield men are eligible passers.

b) Passing will be attempted from behind the line of scrimmage only

c) Intercepted passes will be played.

d) A lateral pass is a pass thrown parallel to the line of scrimmage or back toward

the passer’s own goal line. A lateral pass is not considered a forward pass.

e) A forward pass is a pass thrown from behind the line of scrimmage toward the

defensive team’s goal line.

7. Receiving

a) Two or more receivers may touch a ball in succession resulting in a completed

pass.

b) If an offensive and defensive player catch a ball simultaneously, the ball is

declared dead at the spot of the catch and the passing team is awarded

possession.

c) An offensive player cannot be out of bounds and return in-bounds to catch a

pass. This will be ruled an incomplete pass.

8. Dead Ball

a) All balls touching the ground are immediately dead.

b) When the ball carrier touches the ground with his body, other than hands or

feet.

c) When the ball carrier’s flag has been pulled.

d) If a pass receiver or ball carrier has a missing flag (ball is dead at that spot)

e) Following a touchdown - Clock should stop.

f) When the ball goes out of bounds for any reason

g) If the center snap hits the ground before reaching a backfield man.

h) When the ball hits the ground as a result of a fumble or muffed ball, THERE

i) If a lateral pass touches the ground (ball is declared dead at that point). If a

lateral pass goes out of bounds, the ball is ruled dead at the point it crosses the

boundary line.

j) If a forward ball strikes the ground or is caught at the same time by an opposing

player(s).

9. Scoring Values

a) Touchdown……….6 points

Note: Extra Point will occur at the 3 yard line

c) Forfeit…………….[OFFENDED TEAM WINS BY]………1-0

d) There are NO SAFETIES in FLAG.

10. Tie Game- Use the NCHSA 10-Yard Line Overtime Procedure.

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11. Injured Players. Once removed from a game because of injury, a player must sit

out at least one series of downs.

12. Practices

a) Practices cannot begin until August 2nd, 2008.

b) Practices are limited to three (3) days per week, not to exceed 2 hours in

duration while school is out, and are limited to two (2) days per week and not

to exceed 1-1/2 hours each practice while school is in session.

13. Penalties- All offensive penalties – 5 yards and loss of down, except unsportsmanlike

conduct which is 10 yards. All defensive penalties –5 yards and

replay down.

14. Passing

a) Legal Forward- From in or behind the neutral zone.

b) Illegal Forward Passes

1- After team possession has changed during the down.

2- A pass from beyond the neutral zone.

3- A pass intentionally thrown into an area not occupied by an eligible

offensive player.

4- A pass intentionally thrown to save loss of yardage or to conserve time.

*EXCEPTION- It is legal to conserve time by intentionally throwing the

ball forward to the ground immediately after receiving a direct hand-tohand

snap.

15. Delay of game

a) Continuing to play after the ball is dead

b) Recovering a fumble or falling on the ball.

c) Advancing a fair catch.

d) Unnecessary delay of game for any reason

16. Flag Wearing and De-Flagging

a) Tackling

b) Wearing the flags illegally

c) Ball carrier using his hands to prevent a defensive player from de-flagging

d) Holding, Pushing or Hitting the ball carrier while de-flagging

e) Leaving one’s feet while de-flagging

f) Wearing on flag.

17. Illegal Handoff

a) If the ball is handed forward beyond the scrimmage line.

b) Handing or snapping a ball to a lineman.

18. Illegal Substitutions

a) More than eight (8) men on the field.

b) Substitution (s) while the ball is in play or before it is declared dead.

c) Disqualified player entering game.

19. Blocking

a) Leaving feet to block

b) Cross body blocking or roll blocking

c) Illegal use of hands by blocker

d) Holding a defensive player

e) Defensive player blocking or pushing the ball carrier out of bounds.

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f) Butting, elbowing or knee blocking.

g) Defensive player using hands illegally.

h) Clipping

20. Ball Carrier

a) Stiff arming

b) Lowering head to drive or run into defensive player.

c) Use of head.

d) Use of hand or arms to protect flags

e) Hurdling

21. Unnecessary Roughness

a) Offensive and defensive.

b) Disqualification of guilty player or players if repeated.

22. Un-sportsmanlike Conduct

a) Fighting- Offenders ejected from game.

b) Defensive player pulling offensive player’s flag to make him ineligible for

play.

c) Parents are not allowed on the field.

d) Doctoring (gluing, tying off, etc.) flags – Note: If a teams suspects another

teams flags are illegal then an appeal should be made to the head official to

check the flags.

PURPOSE OF PROGRAM

1. To promote football on an organization basis where team spirit and sportsmanship become each

participant’s prime objective.

2. To take into consideration at all times the health of each individual participant on any team.

3. To draw youth from different communities and environments into a closer fellowship through

participating, on their own level, in a multi-county sports program.

4. To provide recreational opportunities for all who duly register and wish to participate.

REGISTRATION DEADLINES

2. Team Entry Deadline (# of teams in each group) is August 15th, 2008.3. First Practice may begin August 2

4. First game will begin September 6th, 2008.5. All rosters must be submitted to Carrboro Recreation & Parks by 5:00pm on August 29

Noon.

within 48 hours then your organization will be required to pay a $100 fee in order to reenter the

league. You are required to pay the fee before you participate in any more games. All games

include rainouts, however if a rainout occurs then you must notify the opposing team within two

hours of game time if possible.

Each participant will wear a shirt, shorts and socks. No equipment will be worn. A player must be

at or under the maximum listed weight before participating in his/her first game. Once a participant

makes weight, he/she will be allowed a maximum of five (5) pounds over the listed limit for each

league. Players should be weighed in the presence of 1 team representative (no more, no less) from

each team.

7-8 - 115 pounds

9-10 - 135 Pounds

11-12 - 150 Pounds

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All HOME organizations and organizations involving the affected players are responsible for

reporting updated weights to the League for those players who do not make weight the first game.

These should be submitted Carrboro Recreation & Parks, Attn: Charles Harrington 100 N.

Greensboro St., Carrboro, NC 27510. Weights may be faxed to 919.918.4475 or emailed to

4. The Central Piedmont Football League expressly prohibits organizations from using drills which

may be unsafe for participants. For example, no player may participate in “Bull in the Ring” style

drills or any variation. “Neck Bridges” are also prohibited.

JURISDICTION OF RULES

1. In the event of a conflict, Central Piedmont Football League Rules will take

precedence over National Federation of State High School Associations Rules.

2. In the event certain rules not covered in the Central Piedmont Football League

Rules, the National Federation of State High School Associations Rules will be

followed.

3. The Central Piedmont Football League Board of Directors shall have the authority

to establish additional rules and/or alter current rules to govern the Central

Piedmont Football Program if it is beneficial to the program.

SPORTSMANSHIP

1. This program aims to encourage good sportsmanship: therefore, all teams are asked

to cooperate with the coaches and officials in bringing about a fine relationship

from the field to the bleachers and into the home.

2. Any player or coach who is put out of a game because of unsportsmanlike conduct

will forfeit his right to participate in the remainder of said game and the next

scheduled game and may be subject to further disciplinary action including

suspension from the league. On the second offense, said individual will forfeit his

right to participate in any further games this current season.

3. Un-sportsmanlike conduct is any act that, in the opinion of the officials, endangers

the integrity of the game and the safety of any other participant(s) in the game.

4. There will be no profanity allowed on the field, bench or in the bleachers during

the season: offenders will be subject to suspension from the parks and/or field for

the remainder of the season.

5. No alcoholic beverages or tobacco products will be allowed on the field.

Furthermore, local school system rules and/or government ordinances regarding

use of tobacco on school property should be followed. Any violators will be

instructed to leave the area.

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6. Persons ejected or asked to leave must leave the stadium area. Failure to do so in a

timely fashion may result in forfeit and/or further suspension. Players ejected from

a game may remain on the bench, provided they remove their helmet and shoulder

pads. Note: The stadium area includes parking facilities on the

stadium/school/park grounds.

7. The Central Piedmont Football League will be especially emphasizing good

sportsmanship during this season and future seasons. Poor displays of

sportsmanship or conduct by an organizations players, coaches, volunteers,

spectators, etc. may result in disciplinary action by the Board of Directors. A log

of incidents will be kept an appropriate action taken when needed. Organizations

who repeatedly display poor sportsmanship and conduct may forfeit games, may

not be considered for hosting playoff games or future home games and/or may be

expelled from the League.

TEAM COACHES

1. All team coaches shall be selected and approved by each local organization or

department. However, the Central Piedmont Football League’s Board of Directors

reserves the right to not allow a coach. All organizations are encouraged to

provide background checks on potential coaches and other volunteers.

2. Coaches should provide a safe environment for the team.

3. The position of the coach will be open to any responsible adult with sufficient

interest and knowledge of the game. Each coach must show satisfactory character

and sincerity of purpose to be a proper influence upon youth.

least 18 years of age.

6. Any team coach who cannot accept defeat and/or the decision of an official will

have a bad influence on the bodies for which the program is intended. Any team

coach who continually causes controversy may be asked to forfeit his position as a

coach for the sake and betterment of the program.

7. The CENTRAL PIEDMONT FOOTBALL LEAGUE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

have the authority to enforce all the rules and will take any action necessary to

correct coaches’ behaviors within 48 hours of incident. The League Director will

send out notice by the following Thursday.

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8. No protest shall be considered during the course of a game.

b) Protests must be filed with the League Director within 48 working hours of

c) All protests will be received by the League Board of Directors. Those ruled

invalid by the Directors (i.e., judgment calls, incorrect procedure used in filing

a protest, etc.) will not be considered. If the protest is valid (proper reason and

procedure used), the League Board of Directors will make the ruling. The

9. Coaches shall reserve constructive criticism for a private moment or in the

presence of the team if others might benefit, but never in front of spectators.

opponent.

11. Coaches shall refrain from using profanity.

12. Sideline walkie-talkies, telephones, or other electronic communication equipment

shall not be used in League games.

13. Each sponsoring organization shall be responsible for the control and conduct of

their coaches.

14. Coaches should always strive to make every football activity serve as a training

ground for life.

15. Coaches shall not criticize the opposing team, its players, coaches or fans, by word

of mouth or gestures.

16. The head coach shall be directly responsible for actions involving him, his team’s

assistants, players and spectators.

17. Coaches should accept decisions of officials on the field as being fair and called to

the best ability of the officials.

18. The coach must stay off the field and remain under control in order to set a good

example for players and fans.

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19. A decision based on judgment should never be questioned. In cases of apparent

misinterpretation or violation, the officials should be addressed as gentlemen.

20. Coaches shall uphold the Rules and Regulations, the Philosophy of the program,

and applicable requirements of the local authority.

21. The use of artificial devices for the purpose of reducing the weight of any player

shall not be allowed. This is to include over-exertion, steam of any form or manner,

and any other devices such as rubber suits, plastic jackets, etc.

a) The first violation by either a coach or organization of the use of artificial

devices for the purpose of reducing weight will result in suspension of the

person or persons involved for the remainder of the year in which the violation

occurs.

22. Evidence of falsification of the date of birth of a player by a parent, guardian,

player or coach will result in suspension of that player for one year.

23. Area Directors and team coaches shall be responsible for teaching sportsmanship,

fair play, and football fundamentals.

24. In inclement weather, a coach or organizer at the game site shall decide as soon as

possible, prior to kickoff time, whether a scheduled game shall be postponed and

call the visiting team if necessary.

25. Coaches and players shall be restricted to the team area during all games. The

team area should be designated as between the 30yd. lines.

26. Any coach who takes his team off field during a game may forfeit his position as a

coach in the League. Reasons for pulling players off of the field must be justified

and approved by the Board of Directors (i.e. safety).

27. Defensive coaches shall try to play every player in every game. Anytime a team

has as much as a 24-point lead, every effort must be made to keep from increasing

the score.

28. All coaches shall encourage their players to prepare all schoolwork before coming

to practice or games.

29. Coaches are not allowed to smoke or chew tobacco at games; this will result in a

15-yard penalty for un-sportsmanlike conduct. School system/Local rules must be

regarding use of tobacco on school grounds must be followed.

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player is suspected of having a head, neck or spinal injury.

32. In 7&8 Tackle, one coach from each team will be allowed in his/her respective

backfield during the game. Coaches on the field should remain at least 5 yards

behind their last player. Coaches must also make every effort to not interfere with

plays once they are in progress.

GAMES

1. All games will be considered regulation games if in accordance with these playing

rules.

2. Any incomplete game will be made up only if it has a bearing on the playoffs

and/or with the approval of the Board of Directors.

3. The home organization shall coordinate with the visiting team to designate a time

and date for make up games. If a time cannot be agreed upon then the League

Board of Directors may be called in to assist.

4. Games may be cancelled by officials at any time if, in their judgement, the

conditions are unsuitable [Ex: Lightning]

5. Teams unable to field 11 players by ten minutes after scheduled time will forfeit.

6. Birth Certificates for each player are required and, if requested, must be presented.

Therefore, coaches must have a copy of a player’s birth certificate at each game.

[No birth certificate, no play]. Failure to supply birth certificates for a minimum of

11 players by game time will result in a forfeit. Visiting organizations who forfeit

due to failure to supply enough requested birth certificates may be subject to the

forfeiture fine if stipulated by the Board of Directors.

to weigh in at least 30 minutes before game time. For playoff games, players

8. Team must have a copy of the roster at weigh-in. A total of 3 copies should be

brought to each game. 1 for the press box, 1 for the home team and 1 for the

visiting team.

9. All players must wear full equipment at all times to be eligible to play.

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10. Play clocks must be enforced in accordance with JV high school rules for all age

groups. Clocks will start on the officials’ ready. Teams have 25-seconds to put the

ball in play once the referee gives his/her signal.

11. All area home fields must have a visible working scoreboard, visible working

clock, at least one regulation goal post and a working scale. Failure to provide

these may result in the area not receiving home games in future seasons.

12. During kicking/punting situations, players are ALLOWED to rush the

kicker/punter. There is not a ‘no rush’ rule in our league.

13. If a team elects to punt, then standard high school rules apply. Under no

circumstances may teams agree to automatically place the ball a specific number of

yards from the line of scrimmage to estimate a punt.

MANDATORY PLAYING RULE (MPR)

plays/game.

a) The plays must be from the line of scrimmage.

b) Kick-offs, extra points and free-kicks shall not be used in fulfilling the MPR requirement.

c) A play shall not count toward fulfillment of the MPR if the play results in a penalty that

causes the down to be replayed.

d) All plays must be “active plays” that do not have the intent to minimize the action or

integrity of the play. Plays such as, but not limited to, quarterback kneel-downs (Victory

Formation) shall not be considered as active plays.

EQUIPMENT

1. Mouthpieces must be worn at all times during the game. A 10-yard penalty will be

charged for each infraction of this rule.

participate if their mouthpiece is free from their facemask.

3. Each player shall be equipped with a helmet with face guard, shoulder pads,

football pants with built-in hip and kidney pads, or shell pants with respective

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4. Each team shall be equipped with numbered jerseys of a uniform color. Colors of

team game jerseys shall be coordinated by the League to eliminate duplication.

Each player shall wear a 6+” whole number between 1 and 99 inclusive. Number

“0” and “00” are illegal and shall not be worn. In situations where color conflicts

arise, the home team should provide scrimmages vests/jerseys for the visiting team

to wear.

5. Special protective equipment such as neck rolls, wrist pads, etc. should be utilized

when circumstances warrant or they are medically prescribed. Hard casts and other

items which may cause injury in the referee’s opinion will not be allowed.

6. The home team will be required to furnish yard and down markers and the official

game football. The home team is also responsible for assembling a chain crew.

Chain crews should remain impartial and are strictly forbidden from excessive

cheering and/or coaching.

7. The game ball will be Wilson TDJ for 12 & under and 10 & under. The game ball

shall be Wilson K2 for 7 & 8 tackle and the flag football programs. Comparable

leather or composite balls be used if the size specifications are the same.

8. During a game in which a PA system is used, the number or name of any player

this rule may result in forfeiture and/or suspension at the discretion of the Board of

Directors.

9. The following items shall be worn by players in all divisions beginning with

physical contact in practice sessions:

a) Helmet:

1. Only helmets bearing the NOCSAE Seal of Certification may be worn.

2. All helmets must bear the current NOCSAE approved “warning label” in a

visible position on the outside of the helmet. This “warning label” is the

same label that is furnished by all helmet manufacturers and quality reconditioners.

3. Regulations regarding chin straps are to be followed per the National

Federation or NCAA regulations, whichever is applicable.

b) Shoulder Pads

c) Pants: One piece or shell

d) Thigh Guards

e) Hip Pads

f) Knee Pads

g) Jerseys

h) Mouth guard – Keeper strap required

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i) Athletic Supporter – Male players only

j) Shoes: Only sneakers or non-detachable, rubber cleated shoes are allowed. No

detachable or screw-in cleats are allowed.

k) Eyeglasses: When worn, shall be athletically approved construction with nonshattering

glass [safety glass] or contact lens.

BLOCKING AND TACKLING RESTRICTIONS

1. The National Federation of State High School Athletic Associations rulebook

contains extremely strong language on blocking and tackling.

2. It is the responsibility of every area director and every coach to be fully informed

of and abide by all such rules of the governing body [National Federation] under

whose jurisdiction this league falls, and to review them every year.

3. In addition to other specific prohibitions in the National Federation rulebook, if

butt blocking, chop blocking or face tackling is taught by coaches, said coaches

shall be dismissed from the program upon being found guilty following a hearing.

REGARDING INELIGIBLE PLAYERS

1. Teams found guilty of using an ineligible player at any time during the season

forfeit all rights to become League Champion and shall be prohibited from

participation in any playoff or championship game. Additionally, suspensions of

the player, coach and/or organization may be applied by the Board of Directors.

2. Forfeiture of all games in which the ineligible player was a member of the team

shall be the penalty applied to the team involved. There shall be no exceptions.

3. There are 6 unequivocal definitions of an ineligible player, from which there are no

appeals.

a) Overweight

b) Over Age

c) Under Age

d) Residing outside of legal boundaries without agreement of league*

e) Falsification of data concerning any of the above

f) Participating in a school tackle football game in the same season

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Players requesting to change organizations will first need to be released by the

organization who they participated with in the previous season. This may be

accomplished by a waiver signed by the area director of the previous

organization.

Organizations should consider hardship situations when requests to change

organizations exists. These situations should take priority when reviewing a

potential release.

SCORING

1. Scoring – 6 points for touchdown, 2 points kicked extra-point, 1 point for run or

pass extra-point.

2. 3 time outs per half [one player may go to sidelines or 1 coach may go to huddle].

3. Officials - A minimum of three officials is required and shall be provided by the

home team. During the playoffs, a minimum of 4 officials should be utilized.

4. Scoring Value:

a) Touchdown: 6 Points

b) Kicked PAT 2 Points

c) Run/Pass PAT 1 Point

d) Safety 2 Points

e) Field Goal 3 Points

f) Forfeit (Offending Team loses 0-1)

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5. Mercy Rule- If a team is trailing by 24 points they will retain possession of the ball

until the 24-point deficit is reduced to less than 24 points.

a) For Example: If Team A is ahead of Team B by 24 points or more, there shall

be no further kick off. Team B shall be awarded the ball at the 25-yard line and

continue forward, with downs not being recorded, until Team B scores. In the

case of an interception or an offensive fumble where the defensive recovers

then the ball will be returned to Team B at the 25-yard line. Otherwise, Team

B will continue forward until it scores.

b) Points scored on interceptions and fumble recoveries may be counted toward

Team A’s point total in the above example.

d) Once Team B reduced the deficit to under 24 points, Team B would kick to

Team A and normal play would resume until one team maintained a lead of

24+ points.

e) If a team is leading by 24+ points, the team will still be allowed to attempt the extra

point following all touchdowns.

Federation of State High School Associations’ “10-yard Line

Overtime Procedure”

Timing Regulations

For ALL Tackle Leagues:

The length of the game will be 8-minutes with a REGULATION CLOCK and a 10-

minute half time.

Clocks will stop for the following:

1. Time Outs

2. Penalties

3. End of Quarters

4. Out of Bounds

5. Incomplete Passes

6. Scores & Touchbacks

7. Fair Catches

8. Inadvertent whistles

• A JV clock will be used for all games. The clock with start on the ready.

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LEAGUE ROSTERS/AGE AND WEIGHT LIMITS

before 8/1. Players may not turn 13 on or before 8/1.

2. Eligibility:

12 & Under

(9, 10, 11, 12)

150lbs. 155lbs. 8 minutes

10 & Under

(8, 9, 10)

135 lbs. 140lbs. 8 minutes

7 & 8 Tackle

(7, 8)

115 lbs. 120lbs. 8 minutes

Note: 5 & 6 year-olds cannot move up to play 7 & 8 Tackle

Note: Above games should include a 10-minute halftime.

ADMISSION TO GAMES – Organizations may not charge more than the following

amounts:

1. ADULTS & CHILDREN 12YRS & UP - $2.00

2. CHILDREN AGES 6-12YRS- $1.00

3. CHILDREN AGES 5-UNDER – FREE

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PRACTICE SESSIONS

2. Practice Sessions shall be conducted under the following requirements:

a) Each player must complete five [5] hours of physical conditioning w/helmet. NO

PADS, before they are allowed to participate in physical contact.

b) Each player must also complete five [5] hours of physical conditioning w/ shoulder

pads and helmet for a total of 10 hours of conditioning before they are allowed to

participate in physical contact.

c) Practice session

1. Flag –1 ½ hrs 3 days a week while school is not in session, and 2 days per week

once school is in session.

2. Tackle- 2 hrs, with a 15 minute rest period: 4 days a week while school is not in

session and 3 days per week once school is in session.

3. Practice sessions shall not exceed the weekly and evening termination limits as

specified. All sessions shall end no later than 9:30pm.

4. Teams will not be permitted to split sessions [i.e. offensive and defensive

practices]. To permit split sessions would render enforcement of the rules nearly

impossible.

5. In the event of threatening thunderstorms during any practice, the coach should

immediately stop practice and see that all players are secure inside a building, if

available, or an automobile, never under trees or open shelters.

6. A coach or responsible adult must stay until all players have been picked up by a

parent or legal guardian.

7. Players shall wear protective equipment at all sessions involving physical contact.

8. For practice restrictions, a week is considered Monday – Sunday.

NOTE: The Board of Directors may make periodic checks of practices to enforce the practice

day/time restrictions. Organizations in violation of the maximum daily practice time and weekly

practice limits may be suspended from further participation in the League by the Board of

Directors.

PARENTAL INFORMATION

1. Parents are encouraged to show sportsmanship at all times.

2. The League is striving to promote fellowship, team spirit, and a clean recreational

environment to play in.

3. If parents are unruly, abusive to coaches, officials, players or recreational staff, they will

be asked to leave the park or field. The League will not tolerate such behavior in front of

the kids.

4. Alcoholic beverages or drugs will not be allowed on park or field premises.

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5. Parents are also encouraged to insure that smaller kids not playing organized ball do not

engage in games in the spectator area. Please don’t allow kids to bring balls to the park.

This is dangerous. The League has had injuries occur while kids are unsupervised. Please

be attentive to your children at all times.

6. Dogs and cats are not allowed on the game fields. Each area may have stricter rules which

may bar pets from entering the stadium or spectator areas.

7. Bicycles are not allowed on playing surfaces. Please help us enforce these rules for the

safety of all.

8. Central Piedmont Football League does not carry insurance on individuals participating in

sports.

9. Parents are NOT allowed on the playing field! Parents are also not allowed on the track if

one exists around the field.

INSURANCE INFORMATION

All organizations must provide the Central Piedmont Football League with a copy of

their certificate of insurance which proves that the organization has a minimum of

$1,000,000 in general liability insurance coverage. These forms must be submitted to

Charles Harrington, 100 N. Greensboro St., Carrboro, NC 27510. Up-to-date forms

should be submitted each season.

FIELD REQUIREMENTS

All organizations must participate on a field which has a regulation goal post and a

working scoreboard with a working clock that is visible to officials, teams and spectators.

PRE/POST-SEASON TOURNAMENTS OR JAMBOREES

Any organization wishing to host pre-season games must notify the League. If

scrimmages or other pre-season games are held then all League rules must be followed,

including weight restrictions. Additionally, a minimum of 1-2 officials should be present

at each game.

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Tie-breaking Procedures

Two-Team Tie:

1. Head-to-head competition between the two tied teams

2. Records of the tied teams within the division (if non-division games have been played).

3. Head-to-head competition vs. the team within the division with the best overall record.

If this cannot break the tie, then head-to-head competition vs. the next best team(s) will

be used until the tie is broken.

4. Overall record vs. all common opponents.

5. Record vs. common non-divisional teams based on their order of finish (within their

division) and proceeding through other common non-divisional teams based on their order

of finish (within their division).

6. Random draw or coin flip.

Three (or more) Team Tie:

1. Combined head-to-head record among the tied teams

2. Records of the tied teams within the division (if non-division games have been played).

3. Head-to-head competition vs. the team within the division with the best overall record. If

this cannot break the tie, then head-to-head competition vs. the next best team(s) will be

used until the tie is broken. Multiple ties within the division will be broken first to last.

4. Overall record vs. all common opponents.

5. Record vs. common non-divisional teams based on their order of finish (within their

division) and proceeding through other common non-divisional teams based on their order

of finish (within their division).

6. Random draw.

RULE APPLICATION

These rules, as outlined by the Central Piedmont Football League, are to be utilized

during all League-related games, practices, etc. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES may

directors or coaches make an agreement to waive or alter certain rules, especially those

which may jeopardize the safety of participants, increase potential liability for an

organization or take away from the integrity of the game.

PURPOSE OF PROGRAM

1. To lead and direct the fans in an appropriate manner; promoting good

sportsmanship.

2. To learn teamwork, competition, sportsmanship, how to win and lose gracefully,

etc.

3. To promote high standards of conduct.

JURISDICTION OF RULES

1. Cheerleaders should follow National Federation of State High School Association

Rules.

2. Local league rules are established and shall have priority over the above rules.

3. Rosters are due by August 29th, 2008.

SQUAD COACHES

1. All squad coaches shall be selected and approved by each local organization or

department.

2. Coaches should be willing to study and develop the skills required to coach this

sport.

3. It is the responsibility of the coach to follow the rules.

GENERAL RULES

1. All music, dances, cheerleading motions, moves, etc. will be done in good taste

2. Only 3 cheerleading coaches will be allowed into each game. Squads should

provide rosters to the gate of each site they visit.

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3. All cheering will be done in a positive manner; i.e. no taunting, booing or negative

actions by the cheerleaders. Cheerleaders should also work to get the crowd

involved in a positive manner as well.

4. Cheerleading is a sport and cheerleaders are athletes. They are to act as such:

a. No eating during the game

b. NO JEWELRY IS TO BE WORN!

c. No gum chewing

d. Cheer until the game is over; this includes overtime!

e. All members of the squad need to dress exactly the same.

f. Squad should arrive in time for a sufficient warm-up before the game begins.

g. The cheerleading season ends AFTER the completion of ALL football games,

INCLUDING the tournament.

h. GOOD SPORTSMANSHIP is to be promoted at ALL TIMES! Make the

visiting squad feel welcome by introducing your squads to each other, doing a

hello cheer at halftime for each other, etc.

5. STUNT RULES

Stunts should only be taught by someone with experience. Stunts should proceed

at a progressive pace based on the skill level of the squad. Easier stunts are to be

mastered before moving on to more difficult stunts. Stunt progression is as

follows: FLAG & 7 and 8 Tackle (level 1 & 2); 9 and 10 (levels 1, 2 & 3); 11 &

12 (all levels). The above categories are the limitations for each group. They are

to be strictly adhered to.

a. LEVEL 1: Thigh Stands, Pony Sits

(An additional back spot is required and will be needed until stunt is mastered)

b. LEVEL 2: Teddy Bears, Preps (elevators)

(Head and shoulder spot is needed. Prep may even need an additional front

spot to support as well)

c. LEVEL 3: Extensions

(Head and shoulder spot is needed. They may brace stunt by holding the wrists

of the main bases, or the ankles of the flyers. They MAY NOT put their hands

underneath the feet of the flyer. The stunt will also need a front spot until this

is mastered)

d. LEVEL 4: Liberty and Liberty Variations (heel stretches, arabesques)

(A front spot and a back spot is required.

DISMOUNTS from Stunts:

1. NO sweeping of the feet. Only pop cradles are allowed. Flyer has to have a

separate head and shoulder spot along with 2 side catchers. The front spot

(if stunt requires one) will step to the side and help catch the feet of the flyer

as she cradles.

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2. Adults are allowed to be the spot during performances. The ARE NOT to be

the support of the stunt, but only the extra spot that the stunt may need. If an

adult needs to be a main support, then the stunt is not mastered and the squad

does not need to perform this particular stunt.

6. COMPETITION:

A competition among the squads will be held at the end of the football season.

ALL squads are encouraged to participate. ** A set of competition rules will be

given to all squads who compete including time limits, etc.

7. One parent or guardian needs to be present at all home and away games.

PRACTICE SESSIONS

1. Flag – 1 ½ hours, 3 days a week while school is not in session, and no more than 2

days per week once school is in session.

2. Tackle – 2 hours, with a 15 minute rest period; 4 days a week while school is not in

session, and no more than 3 days per week once school is in session.

3. Practice sessions are not to exceed the weekly limits. All session shall end no later

than 9:30pm.

4. In the event of threatening thunderstorms during any practice, the coach should

immediately stop practice and see that all players are secure inside a building, if

available, or an automobile, never under trees or open shelters.

5. A coach or responsible adult must stay until ALL cheerleaders have been picked up

by a parent or legal guardian.

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PARENTAL INFORMATION

1. Parents are encouraged to show sportsmanship at all times.

2. The League is striving to promote fellowship, team spirit, and a clean recreational

environment to play in.

3. If parents are unruly, abusive to coaches, officials, players or recreational staff, they will

be asked to leave the park or field. The League will not tolerate such behavior in front of

the kids.

4. Alcoholic beverages or drugs will not be allowed on park or field premises.

5. Parents are also encouraged to insure that smaller kids not participating in organized sports

do not engage in games in the spectator area. Please don’t allow kids to bring balls to the

park. This is dangerous. The League has had injuries occur while kids are unsupervised.

Please be attentive to your children at all times.

6. Dogs and cats are not allowed on the game fields.

7. Bicycles are not allowed on playing surfaces. Please help us enforce these rules for the

safety of all.

8. Central Piedmont Football League does not carry insurance on individuals participating in

sports.