Zero Tolerance Policy

Assault of any kind by any person will not be tolerated.

 

Assault

If a player or coach throws a punch, spits, slaps, or in any way assaults a player, referee, or coach, etc. he will be ejected immediately and cannot return for the remainder of the tournament. Additionally, that team, player and/or coach may be banned for the remainder of the season based on the circumstances. In addition, criminal or civil charges may be filed.

 

Multiple Player – On Field Fights

If multiple players on both teams leave the sideline and it results in an assault, both teams will be ejected and removed from the tournament.  Additionally, that team, player and/or coach may be banned for the remainder of the season based on the circumstances. In addition, criminal or civil charges may be filed.

 

Retaliation Rules

A PLAYER IS PUNCHED & RETALIATES BUT DOES NOT SWING BACK: That player will be required to sit out a series.

 

A PLAYER IS PUNCHED AND SWINGS BACK: That player will be ejected for the game.

 

ESCELATION & DE-ESCELATION

The Coaches and Program Owners have an obligation to always de-escalate. Any failure to de-escalate could result in removal from the event. Escalating behavior that typically leads to a violation of the rules herein will also be reason for removal.

 

Team Responsibility

Each team is responsible for their fans, coaches and players!