Flag Football
How long is each half, and when does the clock stop?
20-minute halves, stops at 2-minute warning in each half
How long does each game last?
7 innings or 55 minutes
What are the timing rules for indoor soccer?
2 20-minute halves, clock runs continously
How many players does each team need to begin the game?
Minimum of four, maximum of six
What is the minimum players needed to start a game?
3 per team
How many officials are TYPICALLY present, and what are their roles?
3 (Referee, Back Judge, Line Judge)
In co-ed softball, how should teams organize the batting order?
Batters must alternate gender for each at-bat. If two of the same gender are back-to-back in the order, they must take an out.
What is the minimum number of players needed to field a team?
A team must begin play with a minimum of four players, and at least one of each gender for co-rec
How many sets are in each game?
3 sets
How is the timing of the game formatted?
Four 9-minute quarters plus a 3-minute overtime if necessary.
How many players are required to avoid a forfeit in a co-rec game (be specific with gender numbers)?
3 men and 2 women or vice versa
What is the minimum number of players required to start the game?
6 per team, players arriving late can be added to the bottom of the order
What equipment are participants required to wear?
Shin guards
How can teams substitute during a game?
Must be during a dead ball situation and by notifying the umpire, then teams have the option to rotate back middle or a one-for-one
How many points are awarded on a 3 pointer made by a woman in co-rec?
4 points
Explain the basics of an open vs. closed play for co-rec
Open- No restriction on who can be involved in play
Closed- Female must be involved as receiver or passer to open play back up for a gain of positive yards
What type of bat may be used by participants?
Any ASA approved softball bat OR bat approved by office, no baseball or fungo bats
How many yellow cards does it take for a participant to be ejected?
Two in the same game, or two throughout the season
How many points is each set played to?
First two sets are played to 21, and the third set is played to 18 (must win by 2)
When does the clock stop?
The clock will run continuously except during time-outs and the final 2 minutes of the fourth quarter where it will stop for all whistles (if score is within 15 points)
Name 3 forms of illegal equipment in flag football besides jewelry
Pockets, pants with belt loops, stiff headwear (billed cap) metal cleats, waist towels, illegally secured flag belts, hand warmers around the waist, etc.
Can participants slide, and if not, what's considered an illegal slide?
YES, all slides are legal
Name 3 ways a participant could receive a straight red card
Violent foul play, foul/abusive language, intentional handball to prevent a goal, DOGSO, fight, etc.
If a co-ed team only has 4 players at game time, how many of each gender do they need to begin?
At least one player of each gender
A player has just received a technical foul for telling a ref "you suck". How does play resume?
2 points and possession of the ball for the offended team