OLD COLONY YOUTH FOOTBALL LEAGUE

 

CONSTITUTION

 

 

ARTICLE I: Name and Objective

 

 

Section        1:  This organization shall be known as the Old Colony Youth Football League, hereinafter referred to as the League.

 

                          The League is comprised of independent, youth football organizations that represent communities or grouping of communities that hereinafter are referred to as Town(s). When Towns enter into the League their community affiliation is established and remains in effect as long as they are active members. [97]

 

Section        2: The objective of the League shall be to implant firmly in the participants the ideals of good sportsmanship, honesty, loyalty, courage, and reverence, so that they will grow to be well adjusted, strong and happy youngsters; thereby aiding them to be good, clean, healthy and trustworthy adults.

 

Section         3: The objective will be accomplished by providing supervised competitive football games.  The supervisors shall bear in mind that the attainment of exceptional individual athletic skills and the winning of games will be secondary to the psychological well being of all players, on both sidelines.

 

Section         4: The League neither supports nor endorses any individuals or company’s products or services, nor obligates any member town to purchase equipment or services from specific individuals or companies. It is strictly a non-profit organization. Member towns make their individual purchasing and fund raising decisions on their own.

                          League purchases will be reviewed with the membership and reflected in the Treasurer's records.

                          All member communities should be aware of people wishing to use logos, selling video tapes, endorsing products, etc. and not enter into any agreement that suggests such activities are League supported. A town may wish to engage in fund raising that involves businesses but it should never be associated with the League's objectives. [96]

ARTICLE II: Membership

 

 

Section      1a:  Any town may become a new League member by agreeing to uphold the constitution, the By-laws, and standing rules of the League, and by having its membership approved by two-thirds of the member towns at a regular or special League meeting.  However, towns applying for membership, after schedule approval, must wait until the following season or until a vacancy occur.

 

                   1b: Any new member town shall be required to pay a non-refundable registration fee of five hundred dollars ($500.00) and be on probation for one year with no voting rights. The probation period may be extended or the town may be expelled, as recommended by the Executive Board. A 2/3rd vote of all member towns will be necessary to accept, extend or expel. 

                  1c: All member towns will field 3 teams, one in each age group, Mite -  PeeWee - Midget.

 

Section        2:  Each town in the League shall have one representative; this representative (or alternate) shall be the only one to speak or vote at League Meetings.

 

Section        3: If the representative is unable to attend a League meeting, he/she may designate an alternate from the same town who will identify him/herself as the alternate during the roll call.

 

 

 

ARTICLE III:  Officers; Their Elections and Duties

 

 

Section       1a: The officers of the League shall consist of a President, Vice President, Secretary and a Treasurer.

 

                1b:  The President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer and three Commissioners shall constitute the Executive Board.

 

 

Section       2a: Nominations and elections for officers and commissioners shall be held at a meeting chosen by the League at which time nominations shall be taken from the floor.  Qualifications for officers and commissioners are set forth in the By-laws.  Normally nominations will take place in November and elections in February.

 

                2b:  Each of the officers shall serve until the next annual election.

               

                2c:  The results of all elections held by secret ballot are to be viewed by three

                        board members.  This membership to consist of two commissioners who

                        are not up for re-election and one executive board member who is running unopposed.[01]

                  

                  2d:  If an officer or Commissioner does not complete the term to which they are elected, nominations shall be accepted from the floor at the next regular or special League meeting.  Said officials, so elected, shall serve only until the next annual election.

 

                2e:  The President or Vice President may not hold the same office for more than two consecutive terms.

 

                2f:    Any elected official, for due cause, can be removed from office with a 3/4 vote of member towns. Notification of intent must be submitted, in writing, 7 days prior to either a regular or special League meeting.

 

 

 

Officer's Responsibilities

 

 

 

Section   3a:  The President will preside at all League meetings and be responsible for the proper conduct, according to Robert's Rules of Order.  It shall be his/her responsibility to inform the League members on all aspects of League rules, regulations and policies.

 

              3b:   The Vice President shall preside in the absence of the President. He/she shall also perform duties assigned by the President.

 

                3c:  The Secretary shall keep an accurate account of all meetings and notify each town representative, officer and commissioner of meetings as specified in the By-laws.  Meeting minutes will be sent to League Representatives within 1 week of said meeting, for them to review with their respective, local organizations, prior to the next league meeting.  The secretary will receive, route and maintain all League correspondence and files. 

 

                3d:   The Treasurer shall receive assessments from the member towns and be responsible for maintaining an accurate account of the League's receipts and disbursements.

 

 

 

 

Commissioner's Responsibilities

 

 

 

Section   4a:    There shall be three commissioners.

 

               4b:    The Commissioner who has served the longest, current, continuous term shall be termed the "Senior Commissioner".  If there are two or more commissioners who have the same length of continuous terms, the commissioner whose term expires the earliest shall be the Senior Commissioner.

 

               4c:    The commissioners must approve all actions of the town representatives and Executive Board.  No rule or regulation shall be binding until approved by a majority of the commissioners, except that motions approved by the League representatives, but disapproved by the commissioners may be brought up for reconsideration at the next regular or special League meeting.  If 2/3 of the total League representatives at a quorum meeting, re-approve the original action it shall be binding regardless of the commissioners’ vote.

 

               4d:    The commissioners shall be responsible for discipline of League members, as set forth in the By-laws.

 

                4e:    League Commissioners shall not hold any Town, coaching or authoritative position, during the term that they are serving as an OCYFL Commissioner. [97]

 

 

ARTICLE IV: Meetings

 

 

 

 

Section 1a:   Meetings of the League will be held on the second Monday of February, March, April, May, June, August, October and November. If a holiday falls on the second Monday of the month, the League has the option to schedule the meeting to the first Monday of the month. This option must be voted at the previous meeting, passed by the majority.  The September meeting will be held on the Wednesday prior to the first scheduled game. There are no regularly scheduled meetings in the months of January, July, or December. All meetings will begin at 7:30 PM, unless otherwise notified. [96] [98]

 

            1b:   Any town may request a special meeting by calling a member of the executive board.

 

            1c:     The League has the right to cancel meetings based upon a recommendation from the Executive Board and approved by a majority vote of member towns.

 

            1d:  The Executive Board will conduct a mandatory meeting for town weigh-in officials each year, before the season begins. Missing this meeting will result in a $100 fine.

 

              1e:  An annual meeting of coaches and the Executive Board shall be held during the month of August for the purpose of reviewing League rules and regulations. There should be one (1) coach per level (maximum of three (3) per town). The League Representative is also encouraged to attend.

If warranted, a referee may also be invited. [99]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ARTICLE V: Constitutional Amendments

 

 

 

Section 1:     The constitution may be amended by a vote of 3/4 of those towns present at a meeting of the League.  All towns must receive the amendment changes in writing at least 30 days before the meeting.  Voting on amendments to the constitution shall be conducted by polling each member town at the meeting.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OLD COLONY YOUTH FOOTBALL LEAGUE

 

BY-LAWS

 

 

 

ARTICLE I: Membership and Meetings

 

 

Section 1a:  All towns must be represented at all regular and special meetings.  All absences from regular and special League meetings shall result in a $50.00 fine.  However, absence from the February or September meetings shall each result in a $100 fine.

                     All fines must be paid before entry into the League for the next year.

 

                     Missing three (3) consecutive meetings or the total of four (4) in any given year may prompt the Executive Board to assess additional discipline as expressed in heavier fines, probation or other appropriate actions that will not impact players. [99]

 

             1b:   It is the fundamental responsibility of the Town Representative to be present at all League meetings or ensure that an alternate is present. Annually or when a change is made the current representative and one alternate must submit his/her name(s) to the League Secretary, to be included in the official directory.

                       

              1c:  Any single expense in excess of $300.00 must be approved by the OCYFL

                     prior to payment of that expenditure.[01]

 

 

            The Town Representative is expected, but not limited to:

 

 

             a) Attend all League meetings

             b) Convey League information back to their town organization

             c) Vote on all League issues including By-laws

             d) Ensure that their town's organization follow OCYFL By-laws and procedures

 e) Bring to the attention of the Executive Board any variations of League             policy

             f) Act as the League's agent while enforcing League rules at the local level

             g) Ensure that all local officials and coaches follow the League's Code of  Ethics

             h) Ensure that their town’s Weigh-in Supervisors are reported on the official                                                           roster. [96]  [99]

                       

 

 

Section 2:      Notice of all special meetings shall be given at least four days in advance, to all town representatives or alternates.  

 

 

 

Section 3: Annual dues will be $300.00. Dues will be paid by the June meeting. Those towns in arrears will be notified by the treasurer or via meeting minutes. If all dues and/or any outstanding fines are not paid by the June meeting, the town will be suspended from all League activities until said dues and/or fines are paid. In the event there is no June meeting, payments may be mailed to the Treasurer, no later than the second Monday in June.  Fines are normally due within 30 days after assessment.  [96]

 

                  Before the collection of the annual dues, if the League’s balance is in excess of two (2) year’s normal operating expenses, or will exceed that amount upon collecting the current dues, the annual assessment will be reduced or suspended for that calendar year. As always, should the League experience any unexpected expenses or the body votes for some special funding, the towns will be apportioned their equal share as outlined in writing by the Executive Board. This applies only to annual dues. Fines will be paid regardless. [99]

 

 

Section 4:  A quorum shall consist of representatives of 2/3 of the towns in the League.

 

 

Section 5:  The Executive Board will determine the host town of all regular and special meetings.  The host town will be determined on a rotating basis.  The Treasurer shall monitor the schedule.

                  Towns must select locations that are suitable for conducting League meetings. Space provided should be separated from public noise, comfortable enough to accommodate 45 to 50 people and free from spectator interference. [99]

 

 

 

 

ARTICLE II:  League Officers

 

 

 

Section 1a:   In order to be nominated or elected as a League officer, a person must have been a town representative or alternate for at least two, consecutive years.

 

             1b:   Towns must notify the Secretary immediately upon the change of a Representative.  The Secretary will maintain an accurate seniority list.  Eligibility must be validated at the date of nomination.

 

Section  2:    In order to be nominated or elected as a League Commissioner, a person must have been an OCYFL town representative, alternate or Executive Board member for at least three consecutive years. (08)

 

Section  3:   During the season, the Commissioners may hold meetings, as appropriate, to carry out their responsibilities.

 

 

 

 

ARTICLE III: League Schedule

 

 

 

Section  1a:   League alignment shall be reviewed Bi-annually, as part of the schedule committee's duties, unless overruled by 3/4 vote of the membership.  The scheduling committee will appoint 2 members to validate K-8 population.

 

              1b:  League alignment, will take into account, when validating K-8 population,

                     children who are attending students of the states’ “School Choice” program

                     and those numbers will be subtracted from K-8 totals. [05]

 

              1c:  Towns who have more than one organized youth football program (i.e. Pop

                  Warner) who rely solely on the towns’ children for enrollment, will have     their K-8 population divided by two (2) for a total. [05]

 

1d: Alignment will be based solely on K-8 the population as stipulated in             the above (1c). Only a 2/3 vote of the body can alter this alignment. [05]

 

            1e:  League alignment will be presented at the first meeting of the calendar year

                   for approval of the body. [05]   

 

 

Section  2:   The first scheduled game will be played the weekend after Labor Day. The remaining games will be played on the following consecutive weekends.

 

Section  3:   The starting date for practice will be no earlier than 30 days before the first scheduled game. Sign-ups and equipment issues are the only authorized assemblies prior to the first practice. The first 3 days of practice will be dedicated to conditioning and drills only, NO CONTACT. Beginning on the Monday after the first league game, practices on Mondays are prohibited for the season's duration. [96]

 

Section 4a:   Mite games will start by 11:30 AM if played on Sunday.  Midget games will begin immediately after the Mite game, with the PeeWee game starting immediately after the Midget game. [03]

 

      4b:   Mite games will start by 5:00 PM. Games will be in the following order: Mite–PeeWee–Midget [03] [06]

 

Section   5:   If any changes must be made in the schedule, the two opponents and the Commissioners must agree to the changes.

 

Section   6:   The League schedule shall, whenever possible, have a two year cycle, permitting "home & away" games to be played within division teams (unless League realignment occurs).

 

 

 

Section   7:   Postponement of Sunday scheduled games is at the discretion of the League President.  If any League Representative or authorized town officer from the home team judges a field to be un-playable, he/she must notify the League President or one of the League Commissioners before 9:00 AM on the day of the game.

After considering the circumstances the president and commissioners will make a determination, recommend a course of action and convey their decision by 9:30 AM.

If the president determines that the game cannot be played, the hometown must notify the visiting organization immediately.

Subsequent to this, if two teams disagree about playing conditions, the referee will make the final decision.

                     Night games may be postponed to Sunday assuming both towns agree and referee changes can be made. This is a responsibility of the home town.

                     The entire schedule will be played except in unusual circumstances. [96]

 

Section  8:   The home team president or League representative shall be responsible for telephoning the scores of the games played at his/her field by 8:00 PM on the Sunday after said games. The calls are made to the person designated by the League president.  This is mandatory.  Failure to comply with this regulation will result in a $50.00 fine.  The designated person shall keep an accurate record of all League standings and other pertinent statistics designated by the League for the Mites, Peewees, and Midgets.

 

Section  9:   No pre or post season games may be played without the approval of the Executive Board.  (Controlled scrimmages are not considered games.)  A $100 fine may be levied if any town fails to notify the Executive Board of a pre or post-season game.

 

 

 

 


 

ARTICLE IV: League Discipline

 

 

 

Section 1a:   Upon completion of a formal hearing, the Commissioners may fine or otherwise discipline any town for any by-law infraction or any other action which discredits the OCYFL, consistent with Article XI, Section 3 and the definition of Commissioner responsibilities, Constitution Article III, section 4d. [97]

 

             1b:   Should expulsion be recommended, it must be supported by a 2/3 vote of towns not associated with the infraction(s).

 

 

 

 

ARTICLE V: Committees

 

 

 

Section  1:   Each Commissioner shall assume responsibility of one age bracket (Mites, Pewees, Midgets). In conference with coaches or representatives, each bracket may set forth rules and regulations, if necessary, concerning their play.  Any said rule changes will be brought in front of the Town Representatives for discussion.

 

 

Section  2:   The President shall appoint committees as deemed necessary for running of the said League.  Committees will be randomly selected from the floor and shall be in affect for the entire year.

 

Section  3:    A By-law Committee shall be formed each February to review any changes or additions in said By-laws and to submit changes by the April meeting, to be voted upon at the May meeting.

 

Section  4:    A Scheduling Committee, if necessary, shall be appointed in November.  The committee will review any formula changes that impact League alignment and/or parity.  The committee will have a tentative schedule to present at the February meeting.  The schedule will be approved at the March meeting.

 

 

 

 


 

ARTICLE VI: Playing Rules

 

 

 

Section  1:   Playing rules should be those described by the NCAA with the exception of or special attention to:  [96]

 

               a:   Game balls must meet the specifications of the Wilson TDY for Midgets and the Wilson TDJ for the Peewees, and K2 for the Mites. McGregor, Badin and Rawlings are also acceptable suppliers. Composite footballs are acceptable. [97] [98] [05] [06] [07]

 

               b: Only shoes with molded soles (non-detachable cleats) are permitted. A $25.00 fine will be levied for each infraction.

 

               c:   Free substitution is permitted.

 

               d:   All players will wear approved mouth pieces that are attached to the face mask. Loose mouthpieces are not allowed.

 

               e:   Standard size football fields will be utilized.

 

               f:   3 time outs per team, per half.

 

   g:   Home town teams must provide an EMT., MD., or Registered Nurse at each home game.  Visiting team may request verification.  Prior to the start of a game, EMTs must present themselves to the referees.

                     Coaches that are EMTs cannot work the game in which their team is playing. Neutrality of EMTs must be vigorously maintained especially when affecting referee decisions or appeals. [98]

                     There must also be present a medical kit and a communication device to reach emergency services.

 

h:   Use of sideline walkie-talkies, telephone or spotters with or without runners will not be permitted.

 

             i:   Periods shall be 8 minutes, stop time, at the Mite and PeeWee levels and 10 minutes, stop time at the Midget level.  At the discretion of the home team, an official, visible game clock is permitted. Any fees associated are the responsibility of the home team, as well as scheduling the timekeeper. [03]

           

                j:   All helmets must be certified according to manufacturers and equipment, conditioning companies' recommendations. [96]

 

               k:   Yardage and Down Markers will be located on the home team sidelines, NOT the visitor's. [97] 

 

All markers should conform to current MIAA, safety standards. Pole shafts must not have pointed ends that stick in the ground. [98] 

 

               l:   Players are allowed to play any position regardless of their jersey number. Although, to avoid confusion, it is recommended that numbers be reasonably aligned with their offensive position. [97]

 

 

 

Section  2:   Officials shall be assigned by the Eastern Massachusetts Association of Interscholastic Football Officials or equivalent.

 

 

 

Section  3:            Mites Blitz Rule:

 

 

 

                     Outside the defensive team’s ten (10) yard line, linebackers must be at least two (2) yards off the line of scrimmage and may not move forward until the ball is snapped. Defensive players on the line of scrimmage must align themselves to an offensive blocker. The defensive ends may position themselves on the outside shoulder of the offensive ends.

                    

Inside the defensive team’s ten (10) yard line, the defensive team may align themselves anyway they wish on the line of scrimmage but the linebackers may still not blitz.

                    

The first failure to comply with this rule will result in 5 yard penalty on the first offense and 15 yard penalties thereafter. [02]

 

 

 

Section 4:   The statement below or one that is equivalent, is to be read by the public address announcer before the start of each game.

           

           “The (Town/Team Name) along with the Old Colony Youth Football League would like to remind all spectators that we are training and working with young athletes, not professionals, who are trying to do their best for each respective team.

           We request that all cheering be supportive and spectators are reminded that there will be no jeering, criticizing or downgrading of opposing players, coaches or officials.

  Let us make this contest a positive experience for all participants, spectators and youth football supporters”. [99]

             

 

 

ARTICLE VII: Game Donations

 

 

Section  1:   Adult donations shall not exceed $3.00 for day games or $4.00 for night games.  [07]

 

Section  2:   All towns should encourage their parents to make every effort to pay the donation to attend these games.  However, hometowns must remember that these are donations not admission fees. Towns must NOT post "Admission" on any signage.

 

Section  3:   Home towns must provide equal and adequate facilities for away teams, cheerleaders, and fans. A spirit of positive hospitality should prevail. This is especially important when considering host towns for post-season play.

 

 

 

ARTICLE VIII: Team Membership & Weigh-Ins

 

 

 

Section 1a:   Any youth meeting the requirements as to age, weight and residence as set forth in the By-laws of the League shall be eligible to compete for participation in the League.  Members of the Midgets, Pee Wee, and Mite teams must reside within the accepted boundaries of the town from which the member team comes or as approved by a 2/3 vote of the League.

 

             1b:   Where a town feels the numbers of players must be limited, it is up to that town to set and enforce eligibility standards. However, in no case, will a player be excluded because of Race, Creed or Gender.

                     If a town supports high membership enrollment that town may form a second set of formal teams. These second set of teams will be referred to as either JV “so called B teams”, or what is known as Division Five. These teams will operate in all aspects as the “so called” upper division teams with the following exceptions. Division Five see item 1c & 1d.  JV teams see items 1e, 1f & 1g. [05]

 

             1c:   Towns participating in Division Five must have a minimum 22 of players committed to their upper level teams. [08]

 

1d:  All costs associated with post-season trophies for Division Five will be borne

        by participating Division Five teams.

 

 

1e:  JV games will be 25 minute running time halves with the clock being stopped  after each change of possession and touchdown, and with the last two minutes of each half being stop time. [06]  [07]

 

1f:  Each JV team will have two time outs per half.

 

1g:  JV games will not have Playoffs or a Superbowl.

 

 

 The Official Weigh-in  (Also see Article X)

 

Section  2:                                           Midget:

 

                    Age -        No Midget player shall attain the age of fifteen (15) prior to November 15th  of the current year. [99] However, no player, regardless of the aforementioned requirements, shall participate in the league if he or she is in the ninth grade of school.  Any town found in violation of the rule shall forfeit each game determined to be in violation and be fined $100.00 for each occurrence. [02] [08]

                        Weight - At the official, scheduled weigh-in, the maximum weight will not exceed 160 pounds. Each player must make official weight. Otherwise, their name will be dropped from the roster. [97] [03] [06] [08]

 

 

Pee Wee:

 

                         Age -        No Pee Wee player shall attain the age of  twelve (12) prior to July 1st . [08]

                         Weight -        At the official, scheduled weigh-in, the maximum weight will not exceed 130 pounds. If a player does not make weight, he/she will have an option to play as a Midget. Rosters will be adjusted accordingly. [97] [04] [08]

 

 

                        Mite:

 

                         Age -        No Mite player shall attain the age of ten (10) prior to July 1st, but must attain the age of seven (7) by September 1st .[03][08]

                         Weight -        At the official, scheduled weigh-in, the maximum weight will not exceed 105 pounds. If a player does not make weight, he/she will have an option to play as a Pee Wee. Rosters will be adjusted accordingly. [97] [08]

 

 

 

Section 2a:                                     Division 5 Midget:

 

                         Age -   No Division 5 Midget player shall attain the age of thirteen (13) prior to November 15th. However, no player, regardless of the aforementioned requirements, shall participate in the league if he or she is in the ninth grade of school.  Any town found in violation of the rule shall forfeit each game determined to be in violation and be fined $100.00 for each occurrence. [02] [08]

 

                         Weight -        At the official, scheduled weigh-in, the maximum weight will not exceed 160 pounds. Each player must make official weight. Otherwise their name will be dropped from the roster.[08]

 

 

                                Division 5 Pee Wee:   

                                        

                         Age -        No Division 5 Pee Wee player shall attain the age of eleven (11) prior to July 1st. [08]

                         Weight -        At the official, scheduled weigh-in, the maximum weight will not exceed 130 pounds. If a player does not make weight, he/she will have an option to play as a Midget. Rosters will be adjusted accordingly. [08]

 

 

                                                        Division 5 Mite:   

                                        

                         Age -        No Division 5 Mite player shall attain the age of nine (9) prior to July 1st but must attain the age of seven (7) by September 1st. [08]

                         Weight -        At the official, scheduled weigh-in, the maximum weight will not exceed 105 pounds. If a player does not make weight, he/she will have an option to play as a Pee Wee. Rosters will be adjusted accordingly. [08]

 

 

 

                                        

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Maintenance of weight during the season will be monitored as follows:

 

Midget                        Pee Wee                        Mite

 

Week 1                                    161 lb.                         131 lb..                        106 lb..

Week 2                                     162 lb.                         132 lb..                        107 lb..

Week 3                                     163 lb.                         133 lb..                        108 lb..

Week 4                                     164 lb.                         134 lb..                        109 lb..

Week 5                                      165 lb.                         135 lb..                        110 lb..

Week 6                                      166 lb.                         136 lb..                        111 lb..

Week 7                                     167 lb.                         137 lb..                        112 lb..

Week 8                                      168 lb..                        138 lb..                        113 lb..

Week 9 *                                   169 lb..                        139 lb..                        114 lb..

Week 10 **                             170 lb  [06]                  140 lb  [04]                  115 lb  [97]

                                                            [08]                              [08]                              [08]

 

      *    Playoffs                                    **            Super Bowls

 

 

At Game Weigh-in:

 

Section 3a:   Representatives from each team will be responsible for weighing in teams before start of games. 

Representatives shall not be coaches. 

Representatives shall be named prior to the season, and their names listed on the team's official, weigh-in rosters. 

It is suggested that more than one representative's name be submitted in case the original rep cannot make said game.

           

              3b:   At any game weigh-in, no more than 2 representatives per town are allowed in the weigh-in area. No other personnel will be permitted within a 50 foot radius of the weigh in area.  Only one can be the official spokesperson for their town. If a commissioner is present and under special circumstances all weigh-in officials may be requested to leave the area and the commissioner will conduct the weigh-in. [96]

 

            3c:                  For Midgets Only,

                   

                     Ten (10) pounds will be added to the weight limit in order to compensate for equipment. [99]

 

For Pee Wees and Mites,

                    

Eight (8) pounds will be added to the weight limit in order to compensate for equipment.

The League before the official weigh-in will set that weight. (see above) 

 

              3d:   All players will weigh-in "game ready", less their helmet.  Players will be given one (1) attempt to weigh-in.  If judged to be over, he/she cannot remove equipment and be re-weighed.

                       

               3e: Both representatives must agree that each player is within the weight limit.

 

              3f:   Any suspected violation of the weigh-in procedure must be brought to the attention of the League Commissioners in writing within a seventy two hour period.  Said violation can result in a fine, forfeit or both.

 

              3g:   All home teams will be required to have a certified scale.  The scale will be situated in a place inaccessible to the general public.  The scale will be checked with a 10 lb. Class F (400 mg) as in stainless steel weight # 12673 as offered by  Rice Lake Weighing Systems, 230 West Coleman, Rice Lake WI 54868.  Tel; 800-472-6703 or comparable.  Having been issued one weight by the league each Town shall be responsible for the immediate replacement of weight if lost.[01]

 

              3h:   Any player who fails to make required weight will not be allowed to participate in that game and will be required to remove their shoulder pads and helmet at the scale site. Said player will be allowed to sit on the bench with his/her team and is eligible to be weighed again at the following week's game.

 

              3i:   When a "game weigh-in" is complete, all team members, supervised by their coaches, should proceed to a designated practice area that is in public view. Individuals should not be allowed to go to cars, snack stands, etc., after they have been weighed-in. It is the responsibility of the home town to provide  warm up/practice areas where visitors will not be harassed by other teams and/or fans. [96]

 

              3j:  Mites shall weigh in at 11:00 A.M..  Players arriving after 11:00 A.M. may weigh in until 11:30 A.M.(Mites only).  The home team shall weigh in before the away team.[01]

                     The Peewee and Midget games weigh-in will proceed immediately upon conclusion of the previous games second quarter. [05]   

                 

              3k:  Weigh-in reps must sign off on the official roster and make a list by name and number of those players who did not weigh in.  A copy of which will be provided to the head coaches.[01]

 

 

 

 

ARTICLE IX: League Standings, Tie Breakers, Playoffs & Super Bowls

 

 

 

Section  1:   Division Champions and playoff positions will be determined by the team's won/lost record in their respected division, as determined by total, won/tie points earned in their respected division.

 

                     Won / Tie points shall be awarded as follows:

 

                           Divisional Game Win = 3 points

                           Divisional Game Tie = 1.5 points

                           Non-Divisional Game Win = 2 points

                           Non-Divisional Game Tie = 1 point   [07]

 

Tie Breaker

           

Section  2:    If three or more teams are tied, go to 2a. If two teams are tied, and they have played each other during the regular season, go to 2b.

 

             2a:   The team with the fewest losses in their division. [06]

 

             2b:  If a tie exists, the winner of the regular season game between the two teams.

        

             2c:   If a tie still exists, the team with the most league overall won/tie points shall

go.  [07]

 

             2d:   If a tie still exists, the team that has been away from playoffs the longest shall go.  [07]

 

 

 

                    

 

 

Playoffs & Super Bowls:

 

Section  3a:   There will be a Super Bowl for each division. As reflected in the final division standings, the top four (4) teams in each division will play off to determine Super Bowl contenders. For the Playoffs, teams in position one (1) play position four (4). Position two (2) teams play position three (3). [96]  [99] [03]

 

            

 

 3b:   Any town is eligible to submit its field for a playoff game, under the following conditions:

                        1.            The field is available both Saturday and Sunday.

                        2.              The playing area can be secured by fence, wire, or rope.

                        3.            Rest rooms are available.

                        4.            Neutrality is enforced by host town.

5.                  Adequate seating capacity.

6.                  The town must have not hosted a playoff or Super Bowl in the previous year. This section may be waived if there are no eligible towns requesting to host a playoff or Super Bowl game.

7.            There must be an electronic/electric scoreboard and clock. [97]

 

If those conditions cannot be met, the commissioners will designate an alternate field.

 

  3c:   When no town can meet the Saturday and Sunday restriction, and a game cannot be scheduled, an exception may be appealed. It would need to include a contingency plan if the one day available is rained out. [98]

 

  3d:              Playoff site determination - The following will apply to determining site

     location of Playoff games. Each level is treated separately - Mite, Peewee

     and Midget:

1.      If one team is participant and host town then game will be played at host town field. Home field side applies to higher 

seeded team unless both towns agree to switch.

 

                                    2.  If both participants are host towns:

                                                a. Town with higher seed will play on home field (field

                                                     side logic from above applies).

                                                b. If tie exists use Tie Breaker determination from Section 2.            

 

Section  4:   The Super Bowl games will be played on either the Saturday or Sunday following the last game of the regular season or playoff game.

 

Section  5: