This is a FUNDAMENTAL league (3rd/4th grade). We do not assess penalties with yardage loss/gained and do not throw flags for actions like holding, encroachment, or illegal formation. We simply ask that the referee informs the Head Coach of the athlete involved and have them coach the appropriate behavior.
Each athlete MUST play at least 50% of the game
Each team can have 1 coach on the field with the players to help them line up and call plays
Field will be 40 yards long.
Any games missed due to weather will not be made up.
Times:
Games are held on Wednesday nights
Two 30 minute halves, with a 5 minute half time
Running clock will be used during both halves NO Timeouts
Defense:
Must run as a mandatory stacked 4-4. Linebackers must be 4-5 yards deep.
No Blitzing by any player: Linebackers should read run or pass and fill holes, must delay by at least 2 seconds to determine run or pass play.
Cornerbacks can’t blitz & must stay with the receiver. Can only move towards the runner or backfield once it is an obvious run play.
Defensive ends must be lined up directly in front of the tackle or tight end
Defensive tackles must line up directly in front of guards
No crashing the center by defensive tackles, must allow the snap to occur. .
Offense:
Ball starts on the 40-yard line
No Kickoffs
No Punts
Penalties will result in a loss of down, but will not result in negative yardage
Fumbles and interceptions will cause a change of possession and the ball will be reset at the 40-yard line when downed
Week 1 Only Rules:
After Week 1 Rules:
Bobbled center-quarter back exchanges are a live fumble and can be recovered
35 second play clock, with loss of down for delay of game
Sideline misconduct or unsportsmanlike conduct are both assessed to the head coach. This includes actions of parents, guardians, assistant coaches, and players. We hold our coaches responsible to maintain a positive sideline demeanor. On the 2nd flag in a single-game for these violations, the head coach will be ejected and suspended for the next game.
The chain crew (provided by the home team) will be on the home team side of the field