responsibilities

Backyard Flag Football has been developed to be an enjoyable, fun-filled, learning experience for participants. Backyard Flag Football adheres to a zero tolerance policy.

A format has been established for league operations to assure this philosophy. The following guidelines have been developed to promote uniform rules of conduct within the league:

Parents and spectators are to refrain from unsportsmanlike behavior, verbal abuse, and grandstand coaching.

Parents and spectators are not permitted on playing fields during any league activity, and must stay clear of sidelines and end goals - a minimum of 3 feet.

Parents and spectators are to realize that the referees are volunteers, referees are the closest to the game, and call plays as they see them.

Parents and spectators are to present opinions and criticism to league officers.

Parents and spectators are to realize that players are children, and not professional athletes.

Parents and spectators should encourage good play by all teams, avoid criticism and overlook errors that occur by either team.

Pets are not allowed at the playing field anytime during any league activity, unless the pet is required for medical proposes.

Parking in non-designated areas, blocking or traveling on any emergency vehicle access during league activities shall not per permitted.

1st Warning.............The team manager will be directed by the referee to warn the offending party to cease their action.

2nd Warning.............The offending party is asked to leave league property, in view of the fact they have not ceased their actions. If they have a player in the game the player must leave the premises with them.

3rd Warning.............. If the offending party refuses to leave league property, the police are to be called to remove them and the President of the league will press charges against the offending party.