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Team Selection
All players are placed on teams accordingly:
- Grade (must play in grade division)
- Weight (if in 7th, 8th or 9th, must play in correct weight division)
- School (must play for Jr. High attending or will be attending)
If you attend the Jr. High, or for younger boys WILL be attending a Jr. High, that is the team you MUST play for. You must have WRITTEN permission from the Executive Board to play for another school.
Teams/Weight
The players are weighed at the same
time as sign-ups. They are placed on a team according to their weight
(7th, 8th, 9th). Not their weight two weeks into the season. All players are weighed on the same scale.
Players are not allowed to weigh in after sign-ups. If a player does not weigh in at Park’s Sportsman, they
will not be placed on a team
Note: Wasatch players will be weighed in by the league at the County Health Center.
A player can move up in a weight class but never may they move down to a lower weight.
If it is found that a player is playing for another team, or in a smaller weight, all games will be counted as a loss.
A player can only play for one team.
A player can only play in one weight division
A player cannot change teams during the year.
New players may not be added to the roster for the playoffs or at the end of each others league play.
This also includes 9th graders moving down.
The Executive Board must approve all changes.9th Graders
Rules for 9th Graders playing down:
- Not allowed to play Light Weight
- 110 pounds or less MAY play Middle Weight
- 111 pounds and above must play in the Heavy Weight division
- If you play down you MUST be considered a "B" player. This means if you are good enough to start on a Freshman team, or get a fair amount of playing time, you are not eligible to play down!
Teams/Divisions
| In Pounds |
Division |
| 0-105 |
Lightweight (7th/8th Only) |
| 106-135 |
Middleweight (7th/8th/9th) |
| 136 and Up |
Heavyweight (7th/8th/9th) |
| 6th grade leagues, any player 126 pounds plus are considered an "X" man, and have to play as a down lineman. |
| 5th grade leagues, any player 106 pounds plus are considered an "X" man, and have to play as a down lineman. |
| 3/4th
grade leagues, any player 91 pounds plus are considered an "X" man, and have to play as a down lineman. |
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| Each season the weight limits can be modified to ensure even amount of players in each division. X-men weights will remain the same. |
General Rules
1. There will be NO scrimmages between different weight divisions at any time.
2.
There will be NO TRASH TALK before or after games! 1st warning will be a 10yd penalty, 2nd will be ejection from the game. This also includes fans, parents, and coaches.
3.
The league goes by High School Rules, Except for: Extra pts. will be
1.5 yards out for 1 point, and 3 yards out for 2 points.
4.
We have a running clock, stopping only the last 2 min. of each half. Also stopping on special reasons like: light outage or major injury. (To be judged by the refs. and Board Member.) Quarter will be 16 minutes.
5. Game ball. Home team will provide
the game ball. In case of inclement weather
conditions multiple game balls may be used at the
discretion of the referee.
6. If a player or coach gets ejected from the game, they must sit out the rest of that game and the next game.
7. If a player or coach gets ejected a second time, they will be dismissed from the league.
8. Changing #’s after a player has been ejected will be reason for the coach and player to be dismissed from the league.
9. Coaches are responsible to provide adequate water for their players during practice.
10. Insurance forms are to be at every practice and game, if the players form is not on hand, do not even let him warm up.
11. There should be a cell phone at every practice.
12. Total practice time will be capped at 10 hours a week.
Games are included in the 10 hours.
13 Tie
Breakers will be broken following these rules, in
this order:
1 - Head to Head
2 - Common Opponent
3 - Coin flip (All coaches will be present)
Overtime Rule
Coin toss will occur. The winner of coin toss will choose to be on Offense or Defense.
Each team will start their series at the 10 yard line.
Once there is a turnover (fumble recovered by the defense or interception) the ball is dead and the Offensive series is over.
If after the first overtime the game is still tied, a second overtime will occur. The team that did not win the coin toss will have the option in the second overtime which will start at the 5 yard line.
Each team will receive 1 additional time-out for each overtime period.
Mercy Rule
When a team is up by 40 points. All
kick-offs by that team will be from the 10 yard line.
3/4th
, 5/6th Grade Adjusted Rules
(6th ONLY) If player is 126+ pounds, must play as a down lineman. Must have an X on both sides of the helmet.
(5th ONLY) If player is 106+ pounds, must play as a down lineman. Must have an X on both sides of the helmet.
(3/4 ONLY) If player is 91+ pounds, must play as a down lineman. Must have an X on both sides of the helmet.
On punts no one is allowed to rush the kicker. Everyone stays put until the ball is away
(3/4/5 ONLY) One coach allowed on field on both Offense and Defense. Coach allowed in huddle, but must be 15-20 yards behind line of scrimmage. Coaches on the field are treated as a referee, part of the field. Coaches your are on the field to TEACH! DO NOT coach during plays. While play is running, remain still and quite. 6th grade coaches will be OFF THE FIELD. New rule in 2008.
Player & Parent Behavior
Belonging to the
U.V.F.L. is a privilege and should not be considered a right. This privilege can be revoked at the decision of the U.V.F.L. or Board of Directors.
The U.V.F.L. should not and will not tolerate parents or fans of
players who behave in a manner which is disruptive or detrimental ot the league and its’ function.
Each player, as a condition to UVFL, agrees to abide by the Utah High School Rules and Participation Code of
Conduct, which includes the Disiplinary Policies.
A Player is not merely an individual, but also represents the team and the school.
A player should play as a member of the team showing respect for team effort.
A player should show respect for other players, coaches and officials.
A player should show sportsmanship at all times, on the field, on the side lines, and during school.
And most of all, a player should make every honest effort to win the game but avoid deliberate actions which sould
cause harm or hurt other players. Cheap shots will not be tolerated and will be handled accordingly...
Parental Behavior
*The league recognizes and
is understanding of parent’s emotions related to competitive sports. The major issues that arise are the weights of players on other teams, playing time, criticism of the coaches, and the choice of call made
by the officials.
*Coaching decisions are NOT subject to parental interference.
Parents may ask questions for clarification, but should not confront the coach on a disagreement at games. Coaches are not obligated to take any abuse from parents.
*If a coach’s behavior is demeaning or
detrimental to the welfare of a player or the league, the parent may submit the issue to the league director or president.
Parental Participation
*The U.V.F.L. needs and
encourages parental participation. Many parents find trips to practice and games very enjoyable. Every coach could use help with coaching, team moms, car pools, or just plain support.
*Each team is
strongly recommended to provide one ACTIVE board member, to be present at meetings and comment on issues.
Rules & Regulations
(PLEASE FOLLOW PROCEDURE)
1. When you have a complaint
regarding your son, we expect you to use the following procedure to solve the problem.
A. The athlete should speak with the coach first.
B. The parent should speak with the coach.
C. The parent and the athlete should meet with the coach, and if the problem is not remedied the parent should contact a board member , or president of the league.
D. Do not call Park's Sportsman or the president of the league until a,b,c are completed.
2. We will not tolerate hostile or aggressive
confrontations with any of the coaching staff, other
athletes, parents or the officials. If this
type of behavior happens, the person or persons
involved and or the athlete will be subject to
ejection from the game or dismissed from the league
with no refund of the participation fee.
3. If the problem does arise, please talk to the
coach one on one. It is not appropriate and
rarely positive to air feelings in front of the
team.
4. There are times when everyone is wondering
about substitutions, playing time, etc., and we know
in a competitive team sport like football not
everyone is going to be happy all of the time.
We simply ask you to be positive and think of the
team as a whole.
5. Playing time is determined by the performance
of the athlete at practice and is left to the
discretion of their Coach. Every player should
play at least eight plays on offense or defense in a
game. In addition non-starting players should
be used if possible as primary players on kick off
and receiving teams.
6. The above rule should apply if the player
misses no more than one practice in the previous
week and there are no discipline problems.
7. If there is a discipline problem, the coach
must let the board member in attendance at the game
know.
League Discipline
League discipline is based upon what is best for the
league as a whole. The coach is the primary
facilitator of discipline. At this level,
discipline can remain informal and kept at a low
profile. If it is determined by the coach that
steps taken have not remedied the problem, the
league president and board members will be
consulted.
The findings of the president and the board members
are not subject to appeal. The season is very
short and there is not enough time to reopen
problems from the past.
We have had to let coaches go in the past.
This action may be taken at a practice or a game if
deemed necessary. If it is found that a coach
is not up to our standards or the Coaches Code of
Conduct, generally speaking, the first violation of
these rules will invoke a warning. If the
problem persists expulsion from the league may be
necessary.
Points to Remember
The referee's we use are the same as the one
officiating in High School. They know the
rules and generally do a great job. The
referees have been instructed to call unsportsman-like
conduct penalties on players, coaches, and fans
alike. (If you insist on abusing the referees
you will be hurting your team by getting penalized
for your behavior).
Remember, your children will see how you react to
the official and will copy your behavior. If
you are understanding and keeping your cool, so will
they. If you are abusive and lose your temper,
chances are they will too. Kids learn by
example.
Referees are human and sometimes make mistakes but,
are generally right in their decisions. Lets
let the referee's do their job.
Please keep in mind this league is made of kids, not
high school, not college, and not NFL players, they
are just kids. Sometimes it is hard to look at
a 250 lb. 7th grader and remember that he is just a
growing boy. As coaches, parents, and board
members we need to understand this.
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