Rules

 

ARTICLE I	DIVISIONS/LEAGUES
ARTICLE II	WEIGHTS
ARTICLE III	TEAMS
ARTICLE IV	COACHING RESPONSIBILITIES
ARTICLE V	COACHES REVIEW PROCEDURES
ARTICLE VI	PLAYING RULES
ARTICLE VII	CONCESSIONS STAND
ARTICLE VIII	PLAYERS AND BOUNDARIES
Article IX	Sponsorship Policy
5/2007	RFL Constitution
5/2007	RFL Model Football League
5/2007	RFL Memo of Understanding

 

ARTICLE I - DIVISIONS/LEAGUES The Rockville Football league has six divisions/leagues for boys and girls.    Verification of age will be required. The only valid proofs of age will be as follows:   The RFL will require RFL Id cards for all players beginning Fall 2007 rather than MVA or other government ids.  Birth certificates or government ids will be required for weigh-in this year.  Picture will be taken at weigh-in for the RFL cards.  After production the team cards will be given directly to the head coach.  Coaches will be relieved of chasing down cards and the responsibility of passports and other hard to replace id’s.   The RFL card will cost the same $5.00 dollars for two years that the MVA cards cost.  We will only charge $2.50 if you have a year remaining on their MVA card but it must be presented at weigh-in.   Beginning this season, High School Federation Rules require that mouth guards cannot be clear or white.  The RFL will provide proper colored mouth guards as usual.    NOTE: The age a youth attains on or before August 1 of that year, together with the youth's weight , will determine which Division/League.   “Exceptions to the above age and weight requirements will only be considered by the Board of Directors if initiated by a letter on a physician’s letterhead clearly stating the medical reasons why a potential player should not or can not participate in the designated age and weight group.  The letter should document the risk factors involved.  Requests from parents and coaches will not be considered until the physician’s letter is received.”   ARTICLE II - WEIGHTS   A.    There will be one official Pre-Season weigh-in held approximately two weeks prior to the first game of the season.  No player may exceed the designated weight for their age/division at the weigh-in.  Only players within eight (8) pounds of the Division weight limit for their age group will be permitted to attend a make-up weigh-in.  B.  Players that do not attend either the first official weigh-in or the scheduled make-up weigh-ins will not be eligible for the first game of the season unless they have received approval from the RFL’s VP of Personnel.  By direct arrangement with the RFL Board, official weigh-in times will be scheduled for these players and they will be notified 48 hours prior to this scheduled time.  C.  Weigh-in Procedures:  1)  In support of the weigh-in process, each team member must produce valid identification for each player prior to their weigh-in.  The rosters and valid identification* will be checked and confirmed for each player prior to their stepping on the scale.   *Acceptable ID's are any non-expired picture ID that is issued by the Rockville Football League, US, state, county or city government, school system or military that has a birth date (passports, MVA ID etc).  We will also accept an original or certification embossed copy of a birth certificate when accompanied by some other form of picture ID.  Finally we will accept an original birth certificate or certified embossed copy and a signed affidavit by a parent at weigh in that presents a picture Id such as a driver’s license or passport.     2)  Actual weights will be recorded at all weigh-ins.  The RFL will utilize digital scales which will enable accurate recording of each player’s weight.  To assure conformity in the use of the digital scales note that weights will be recorded as follows; prior to all weigh-ins the weight of a t-shirt, a pair of socks and a pair of shorts will be recorded and established as a “tear weight”.  All players will be required to wear a t-shirt, shorts and socks for their weigh-in.  The established “tear weight” will be subtracted from the scale reading for each player to establish the player’s official weight.  True mathematical rounding will be utilized to record the player’s official weight (i.e., 90.49 equals 90 pounds.  90.5 equals 91 pounds, etc.).  3)  Attendance by a minimum of two RFL Board members is mandatory for all weigh-ins.  Weigh-ins occurring without being witnessed by two RFL Board members will be invalid and the player will not be permitted to play until a properly monitored weigh-in for this player has occurred. Coaches are expected to attend weigh-ins for their teams.  4)  The utmost effort in maintaining respect, confidentiality, decorum will be expended in all procedures of weight measurements.  At all times the mental, physical, emotional and spiritual well being of the players will be considered a first and foremost priority of those administering, witnessing or any other function participating in weigh-ins.  Any deviation from the intent and purpose of this rule in procedure by any official or participating witness will be grounds for immediate action by the RFL Board and may result in immediate removal from the program.      5)  All make-up weigh-ins and any non-scheduled weigh-in must be witnessed by a minimum of two board members, who have NO direct relationship with any player weighing in, including but not limited to, coach, organizational member, mentor, relative, teacher or friend.  Additional board members who may have a direct relationship are permitted to attend/witness.   6)  Any coach or representative of another team within the same division of a team or team member attending weigh-ins may request permission to participate as a witness.   Permission is at the sole discretion of corresponding division commissioner.   If permission is granted, one and only one (1) coach or representative from a single team may attend.   Multiple teams may participate.    7)  Players exceeding the required weight limit by two (2) pounds or less during the initial weigh-in may return on the same day and attempt to weigh-in again; at the discretion of the RFL’s VP of Personnel or Officer in Charge of the weigh-in process, they may have multiple attempts within the assigned time period to make weight. D.  Make-Up Weigh-In Procedures:  1)  A player not making weight during the pre-season weigh-in, and who is within eight (8) pounds of their age/division weight limit, will have at least one additional opportunity to make weight.  A make-up weigh-in will be held on the Wednesday and Thursday evening prior to the first week of play.  Additional make-up weigh-ins will be scheduled on an as needed basis.  2)  Any player unable to meet the designated weight limit, and who is not within  eight (8) pounds of their age/division weight limit, will be permitted to move up to the next Division WITHIN their original organization if he is weight eligible to do so, and if there are available slots on the roster.  3)  Any player unable to meet the designated weight limit, and who is not within eight (8) pounds of their age/division weight limit, MAY be permitted to move up to the next Division outside their original organization if he is age eligible, and if there are available slots; at the sole discretion of the RFL Board.  If a player moves up a division to an organization other than their original organization, they will be permitted ONE (1) time to return to their original organization; and only in the immediate year following the year in which they moved up a division based upon Article II – A – 3.  They shall be given “new” player registration priority in returning to their original organization if opting to return.  4)  No player will be allowed to weigh-in within a division after the final game of the 2nd scheduled “week” of divisional games under any circumstances, without RFL Board approval of extenuating circumstances.  Any player wishing to weigh-in after the 2nd  scheduled week of games, must petition the board in writing and present the board with documentation of any extenuating circumstances.  If said exception is granted by the Board, there will be one and only one opportunity given to meet weight requirements with no make-ups permitted.  5)  Any player who is three (3) or more pounds OVER their previous attempted weigh limit, and then meets the weight requirement during a make-up weigh-in must wait 48 hours prior to participation in any game, after making weight.  E.  Any player unable to meet the weigh-in requirements as defined in Article II – A, or II - B will not be permitted to play in the RFL for that season.  F.  Playoff Weigh-ins:  1)  There will be one Playoff Weigh-in. This weigh-in will take place within 30 minutes of the conclusion of each team’s final regular season game unless otherwise stipulated by VP of Personnel or President.  Weight limits for the players within all divisions will increase by six (6) pounds for the Playoffs; for example, the 90 pound regular season weight limit for a 9 year old Pony player will increase to 96 pounds for the playoffs.  Players missing their team’s final regular season game will be permitted to attend scheduled make-up weigh-in dates, (see #4).  2)  During the Playoff weigh-in, players within three (3) pounds of the Division weight limit for their age group will be permitted to attend a make-up weigh-in.  Players exceeding the Playoff weight by more than three pounds will not be permitted to weigh-in again and they will not be permitted to play in the RFL Play-Offs.  3)  Players exceeding the required weight limit by two (2) pounds or less during the initial weigh-in may return on the same day and attempt to weigh-in again; at the discretion of the RFL’s VP of Personnel or Officer in Charge of the weigh-in process, they may have multiple attempts within the assigned time period to make weight.   4)  Players not making weight during the Playoff weigh-in, and that are within three (3) pounds of their age/division weight limit, will have one additional opportunity to make weight.  This make-up Playoff weigh-in will occur on the Wednesday evening following the final weekend of regular season play.  Players not making weight at the make-up weigh-in will not be permitted additional opportunities to weigh-in again and will not be permitted to play in the RFL Playoffs. (Note the exception below for Post Season Play.)  G.  Post Season Play:  As post season playoff weight limits may be different than those of the RFL, players not making weight during the RFL Playoff weigh-in are eligible for post season play in the event that their team wins the RFL Superbowl and qualifies for the post season competition. H.     Each team must turn in a complete roster and produce valid identification for each player at equipment pick-up. NOTE: If a roster is not provided, the team will not pick up equipment.   ARTICLE III - TEAMS A.     The number of teams will be set each year based on registrations and other pertinent information. The final roster, remaining registration fees and forms for each player must be turned in by the second (alternate) weigh-in day in order to participate in league play.  B.     Coaches must acquire a permit for a practice field of their choice before starting practice. Coaches must read the RFL Heat Guidelines. C.     The starting date for practice in football gear will begin as designated by the RFL Board of Directors (usually August 1). The number of practice sessions will be limited to four (4) per week. After the first regular season game, only three (3) practice sessions will be allowed per week. The three sessions will include any team gathering for any purpose. Practice sessions are limited to no more than two (2) hours per practice. This rule will be strictly enforced by the RFL Board of Directors. D.     For a team to be sanctioned as an officially recognized team of the Rockville Football League, that team must follow the maximum number of participants for their official roster. For flag teams the maximum number of participants is sixteen (16) per team. For Ankle Biter 23 per team, Pony, Peewee and Intermediate teams the maximum number of participants is 22 per team or 40 per organization Navy/Army.  A third team is permissible with a minimum of 51 players and maximum of 60 in the organization.  Minimum roster size is 17 for Pony, Pee Wee and Intermediate or 50% of the available players, whichever is less.  The minimum for Flag is 10 players. E.      Prior to the first game, each team must submit a complete master team roster to their League Commissioner. This roster must include each player's name and jersey number. Players may not change jersey numbers at any time during the season unless the League Commissioner has been notified of the change and the official team master roster has been changed to reflect the new number. F.      Any team failing to field an official team within fifteen (15) minutes after the official starting time of the game shall forfeit said game. G.     Teams using ineligible players shall forfeit all games in which the ineligible player has participated. Player ineligibility will be as follows: 1.      Any player who does not meet the specified age and/or weight limitations set forth in Article I, Section A will be ineligible. 2.      Any player who has not turned in the registration fee, will be ineligible. 3.      Any player who has not turned in a signed registration form will be ineligible. 4.      Any player whose registration check has been returned by the bank for any reason will not be eligible to play until the payment is made good. 5.      Any player wearing a jersey number other than the one listed on the official master team roster submitted to the League Commissioner, will be ineligible; unless the League Commissioner, officials and opposing coach has been notified of the change before the start of the game. 6.      Any player, coach or spectator who has been ejected from the balance of a game shall leave the park within 5 minutes and will be suspended from the team's next scheduled game unless reinstated by the RFL Board of Directors. In instances of severe infractions, the RFL Board of Directors may take additional punitive measures as deemed necessary. A suspended coach, player or spectator may not watch his or her game from field level. H.  The League Commissioner or designated representative will conduct player identifications before the start of each game, and then during the game as necessary.  Coaches are responsible for providing valid photo identification for all players on their team before each game. Identification verification may be waived by a Board member due to extenuating circumstances.   ARTICLE IV - COACHING RESPONSIBILITIES  A.     The Head Coach will be responsible for the conduct of assistant coaches, team players, and the team parents. Coaches will be responsible for keeping bench areas, as well as their entire sideline clear of anyone other than team members. B.     Coaches will examine and ensure that all playing and practice equipment of players is in good condition and worn properly at all times. Before each practice and game, coaches will check all equipment for completeness and safety. C.     Coaches are responsible for seeing that no player participates in practice or any game without receiving a signed participation permission form and appropriate registration fee from the player. D.     At the end of the season, coaches are responsible for turning in all RFL equipment issued to the team and its players. Any equipment not returned to the RFL will be billed to the coach at current replacement costs. E.      Coaches requiring replacement of equipment by the RFL must submit written notification to the Board twelve months prior to the purchase of the equipment. Upon review by the Board at the next Board of Director's meeting following the request, the requestor will be notified by the President of the RFL Board of Director's of the approval/denial of the request. If there is any outstanding equipment from the prior year, no new equipment will be purchased and/or distributed until the old equipment is returned. F.      In addition, any team that is new to the RFL that has previously supplied their own equipment to their players and now require equipment from the RFL must follow the same guidelines as above. Written notification must be submitted to the Board twelve months prior to the need for equipment. Upon review by the Board at the next Board of Director's meeting following the request, the requestor will be notified by the President of the RFL Board of Director's of the approval/denial of the request.   G.    The Head Coach is required to attend all meetings and clinics deemed "mandatory" by the Board.  Head Coaches are responsible to see that the Snack Bar is properly staffed on the night assigned to their team if such assignments are necessary.  Failure to attend a mandatory meeting or clinic, or fulfill Snack Bar or Play Monitor responsibilities will result in the suspension of the Head Coach for not less than one game.  Repeated failures may result in additional sanctions as stated in Article V. H.     Any tackle team that does not register a minimum of 12 players during June registration will be put on warning.  If the team does not have 16 players by July 1, then the Commissioner upon review and approval by the BOD can replace the coach and work with a new coach to make sure the team is viable.      I.     In order to insure that all players are receiving the minimum eight (8) plays per       game the following procedure will be followed beginning with the 2007 Season.  Based on a   schedule to be posted on the web site and distributed to coaches and parents by early August, teams will be responsible for providing two parents to act as play monitors several times during the season.  Each play monitor will stand on each teams sideline and using a provided form, record the number of plays each player plays until 8 is reached.  Once 8 is reached that player no longer needs to be tracked.  At the end of the 3rd Quarter the sideline officials will take the play monitor sheet from the play monitor and inform each coach as to which players have not received the minimum number of plays.  Each and every player that has not played 8 plays will start the 4th Quarter and remain in the game until he or she has 8 plays.  The only exception to this will be injured players and players that with the Commissioners consent are being disciplined.  Players that arrive late for games will be Assigned a pro-rated number of plays based on two plays per quarter.  Late arriving players must be reported to the play monitor by a coach.   ARTICLE V - COACHES REVIEW PROCEDURES A.     Coaches Tenure and Approval 1.      Coaches shall serve from season to season, subject to review and renewal each season by the RFL Board of Directors. 2.      Coaches must have passed the fingerprinting check and satisfy applicable NYSCA certification requirements. B.     Coaches Review 1.      Coaches shall strictly adhere to all NYSCA and RFL playing rules throughout the season and complaints or incidents involving infractions of these shall be brought to the attention of the Board of Directors. 2.      Coaches who have been found by the Vice President of Administration to be in violation of applicable NYSCA and RFL rules, shall receive a warning; and upon failure to adequately correct or cease such violation, in the judgment of the Vice President of Administration, shall be placed on probation. 3.      A coach placed on probation shall remain in such status for the remainder of that season. Any violation of NYSCA or RFL rules during the period of probation, shall result in a suspension of the coach for the remainder of the season. In instances of severe infractions, the RFL Board of Directors may take additional punitive measure as deemed necessary. 4.      A suspended coach may seek eligibility following the full season of his or her suspension provided the RFL Board of Directors approves reinstatement. C.     Procedures for Review 1.      A coach having been found by the Vice President of Administration to continue to violate NYSCA or RFL rules after a warning during a season, shall have the opportunity to provide a response and prior to the imposition of probation, to be heard by the RFL Board of Directors. 2.      The RFL Board of Directors shall determine, based on record and facts presented whether to impose probation. 3.      Any coach placed on probation whose suspension is ordered shall also have a right to appeal to the RFL Board of Directors. The appeal must be submitted in writing (can be faxed/email) to the President or Vice President within 72 hours or the right to appeal is void. 4.      All coaches shall be entitled to notice, public hearing, and other due process protection with respect to any disciplinary action by the RFL Board of Directors. 5.      The identity of complaints or sources of information giving rise to proceedings under section B shall be kept confidential; except during the hearing phase the RFL Board of Directors or counsel, shall disclose to the coach the specific rules alleged to have been violated or the nature of the complaints forming the basis for action. 6.      Any coach/player suspended twice within a one (1) year period shall be thereafter barred from coaching/participating in the Rockville Football League. 7.      This violation shall become part of a permanent record.   ARTICLE VI - PLAYING RULES Federation High School Rules will govern all Division/League games except those cases where RFL rules have been specified. ROCKVILLE FOOTBALL LEAGUE FLAG DIVISION    BEFORE THE START OF THE GAME: The Referee will call the captains together for a toss of the coin to decide a choice of Offense or Defense. The losing captains will have the same choice at the beginning of the second half.   PLAYERS: The game is played between two (2) teams of eight players each. Game may be played with 6 or 7 players but teams must have equal number of players.   TIME: The game will consist of two 20-minute halves (Running Clock). A two (2) minute warning will be given at the end of each half. The clock will be stopped to notify each coach of the 2-minute warning. The referee will then restart the clock. The last two (2) minutes of each half will be played within the NFHS rules. Half-time will be 5 min in length. Each team has two (2) time-outs per game.   PLAY:            1.  Two games will be played simultaneously, one on each side of the 50 yard-line                   1a.  The offense will always drive in the same direction            2.  Play begins on the 40-yard line.            3.  Each Team will have four (4) consecutive downs to advance the ball into the next 20-yard zone or to score a touchdown. Once a team enters the next zone it is a first down. If a first down is not achieved, place the ball on the 40-yard line and it will be first down for the opponent. If a turn-over (interception) occurs the defensive player can return the interception until de-flagged or reaches the 40-yard line. The ball will be placed on the 40-yard line regardless of where the interception was returned.            4.  There are no fumbles. If the ball carrier drops the ball it is dead at the point the ball is dropped and hits the ground. If the offensive snap hit the ground, the ball is dead at the point it contacts the ground. 1.      DE-FLAGGING a.       There shall be no tackling of the ball carrier or passer. b.      The player carrying or having possession of the ball is considered down when the flag is removed from his or waist (De-flagged). c.       The de-flagging defensive player will hold the flag above his or head and the ball will be declared dead at that spot. d.      The ball carrier with less than 2 flags will be deemed down at the spot that he or she receives the ball.. e.       The defender may not leave his or her feet in an effort to de-flag the      opponent. f.        A defender may not intentionally hold, grab or otherwise impede a ball carrier.   2.      DEFENSE a.       A defensive player may not push or hold the ball carrier to remove his or her flag. b.      A defensive player must go for the passers flag and may not go for the passers arm. c.       NO defensive player on the line of scrimmage may line up either across from the Snapper or in the “A” gap. (The “A” gap may not be wider than 1 yard).   3.      CHUCKING: Is the only recognized BLOCKING technique. It consists of bent elbows pointing down, open palms away from the body and straight fingers pointing up. The action is that of a spring but elbows must never be locked (Straight arming). a.       A blocker must be on his feet while CHUCKING. b.       All lineman must assume an upright position and await the snap. Anything but a 2 point upright stance is prohibited except the center and even the center must be upright before he or she throws a block (Chuck). c.       PROHIBITED BLOCKS (1)   Two on one blocks beyond the line of scrimmage. (2)   Clipping and tripping. (3)   Butting, elbowing or leaving one’s feet.   4.      The OFFENSE must have at least 5 players on the line before snapping the ball. The ball must be snapped between the snappers legs. The offense may not run the ball directly over the center or through the “A” Gap.     5.      BALL CARRIERS a.       May not use hands or arms to protect his or flag. b.      May not lower head to drive or run into an opponent. c.       May not hurdle an opponent to prevent de-flagging. d.      May not stiff-arm an opponent. e.       May not spin like a top to avoid de-flagging. May spin one time around.     6.      SCOREKEEPING  a.      NO SCORE WILL BE  KEPT. NO EXTRA POINTS   7.      PENALTIES a.       THIRTY-FIVE SECOND RULE: Failure to get the play off within 35 seconds of the referee declaring the ball “ready for play”. First violation; Stop the clock and warn the coach; Second violation: 5-yard penalty. All further violations: 5-yard penalty and loss of down. This rule will be strictly enforced. b.      DECLARED KICK Penalties: Five yards (5). c.       DELAY OF GAME Penalty: Five yards (5). d.      DE-FLAGGING Penalty: Ten yards (10) from point of infraction. e.       TACKLING, DIVING FOR THE FLAG, IMPEDING THE BALL CARRIER, Ten yards (10) from point of infraction. f.        ILLEGAL SPINNING, ILLEGAL USE OF HANDS BY BALL CARRIER: Ten yards (10) from point of infraction. g.       UNECESSARY ROUGHNESS; Ten yards (10) h.       UNSPORTSMANLIKE CONDUCT: Ten yards (10).  i.         FIGHTING: Ten yards (10). Ejection if warranted. j.        PERSONAL FOUL: Ten yards (10). k.      DEFENSIVE PASS INTERFERENCE: Ten yards (10) from previous spot and automatic first down. l.         OFFENSIVE PASS INTERFERENCE: Ten yards (10) from previous spot and loss of down m.     “A” GAP VIOLATIONS:  Offense / Defense: 5 yard penalty (Immediate dead ball). Do not let play continue.   NOTES: 1. NFHS shall be used as a guideline for any Rule not covered.                2. The Officials can use discretion and restrict a player to the bench for as long as they deem necessary rather than ejection for serious offenses.   Delays for Injury, Thunder, Lightning Thunder or lightning: Clear field, Must wait 30 minutes between each occurrence. Injury or Thunder or lightning: Game will end if delay interferes with the following game.                                                                                                             April 23, 2009   ROCKVILLE FOOTBALL LEAGUE ANKLE BITER DIVISION   PLAY: Game will be played in accordance with the NFHS rules except in those cases where RFL rules have been specified.   PLAYERS: The game may be played with 9 players. If one of the teams does not have 11 players and elects to play then the opponent will play with the same number of players. Team may also borrow  players from their opponent to continue play. If one team cannot field a team the clock will start and if unable to play within 10 minutes of the scheduled start time then the game will be declared ”NO CONTEST”.  Based on the coin toss each team will put their offense or defense on the field for the first ten plays.  There will be no substitutions except for injuries. After 10 plays the teams will switch sides of the ball and replace all 11 players for he next 10 play set.  In the second half the 11 players that played offense in the first half will play defense in the second half and vice versa for the first half defensive players.  Each player will play 10 plays on offense and 10 plays on defense during a complete game.  If a team does not have 22 players then players from the first group will be used to fill in.  These fill in players will play one play and then be replaced by another player from the first group for each of the 10 plays.  The same process will be used players with medical issues.   TIME: The game will consist of two 20 play series in each half (NO GAME CLOCK). Half-time will be 5 min. in length. Three time outs per team per game.   GAME: Each half will start with a free kick. Receiving team (A) will have 10 offensive plays starting at the A team 40-yard line (The free kick does not count as a play) If the offense scores, turns the ball over or does not make a first down in 4 plays the ball will be returned to the 40.  After a score, place the ball on the A team 40-yard line and continue until 10 plays are completed. After 10 plays the ball will be placed on the 40 yard line and a new 10 play series started for the team that was on defense.  The order of posession will be reversed in the second half.   FREE-BLOCKING ZONE: There will be no low blocks by the offense in the free-blocking zone.                         THIRTY-FIVE SECOND RULE  Failure to get a play off within 35-seconds of the referee declaring the ball “ready for play”. First violation; Stop clock and warn coach; Second violation: 5-yard penalty. This rule will be strictly enforced.   DEFENSE: No defensive player on the line of may line up across from the Snapper or in the “A” gap. (The “A” gap may be no wider than 1-yard). No rushing through the “A” Gap. No BLITZING by any player not on the line of scrimmage at the snap. 5-yard penalty (Immediate dead ball – do not let play continue).   NEUTRAL ZONE VIOLATIONS: Will be treated as live ball fouls unless contact is made.   SNAPPING:  All offensive plays will begin by passing or handing the ball through the center's legs.  Center may not stand sideways or facing the player to receive the snap.   COACHES ON FIELD:  One coach is allowed on the field at all times.  He must be positioned a minimum of 10 yards behind the line of scrimmage when the ref signals ball in play.  Penalty for violation is 5 yards for illegal procedure.   SCOREKEEPING: NO SCORE WILL BE KEPT.                                NO EXTRA POINTS    Delays for Injury, Thunder, Lightning Thunder or lightning: Clear field, Must wait 30 minutes between each occurrence. Injury or Thunder or lightning: Game will end if delay interferes with the following game.     NOTE: The Officials can use discretion and restrict a player to the bench for as long as they deem necessary rather than ejection for serious offenses A coach receiving an unsportsmanlike penalty must leave the field..                                                                           May 19. 2009   ROCKVILLE FOOTBALL LEAGUE PEE-WEE AND PONY DIVISION     PLAY; Game will be played in accordance with the NFHS rules except in those cases where RFL rules have been specified.   TIME: The game consists of four 10 minute quarters (Running Clock). A two (2) minute warning will be given at the end of each half. The clock will be stopped to notify each coach of the 2 minute warning. The Referee will then restart the clock. In the last 2 minutes of each half the clock will operate within the NFHS rules. During the playoffs the clock will also be stopped in the fourth quarter of the game for all scores and start when legally touched by either team after the kickoff.   TWENTY-FIVE SECOND RULE: (After ball is marked ready for play).             First violation: Stop clock and warn coach             Second violation: 5-yard penalty.             All further violations: 5-yard penalty and loss of down.             This rule will be strictly enforced.   HALFTIME: Will be 10 minutes in duration.          1. Play begins with a kickoff from the kickers 40-yard line (30-yard line on 80 yard field). Kick untouched out of bounds, place the ball 25 yards from where kicked or at the inbounds spot if the kick does not go 25 yards.          2. SCORING:        a. Touchdown: 6 points  b. Field goal: 3 points              c: Safety: 2 points        d.  Extra point:                      (1). Run: 1 point.                      (2). Kick (with rush): 2 points                      (3). Kick (without rush): 1 point   3. PLACE KICK AND LONG SNAP:          a.    A defensive player may not charge directly into the snapper until he can protect himself if a snap of 7 yards (5 yards Pony) or more is being attempted.   b.      Ball must be snapped between the snappers legs, and must leave his  hands before touching the ground or any other player. (No player may receive the ball from under center). The holder may receive the ball either with one knee on the ground or standing. Holder may recover the snap and retain the same options of going back to a knee for a kick, advance, pass or run the ball.   4. DECLARED KICK:           a. A declared kick or “FREE KICK” may be announced by the offense at any time. This intention must be announced by the referee. (If a time-out is granted before the kick is made then the intention must be announced again before the ball is marked ready for play.)           b. Rushing the punter is prohibited. No defensive or offensive player may cross the line of scrimmage until the kick has been made.           c. There will be at least 7 players from each team on the line of scrimmage during the kick.           d. The kicker must kick the ball from approximately the same area he receives the snap. He may not move outside the tackles.   5. NEUTRAL ZONE VIOLATIONS:            a. By the defense will be treated as a live ball foul unless contact has been made.            b. Offense lining up in the neutral zone will be treated as a live ball foul.   6.  LOW BLOCKS:  Blocking below the waist by the offense including in the free-blocking zone is prohibited.        7. POINT DIFFERENTIAL RULE: This rule applies when a team is 25 or more points ahead in the fourth quarter.                  a. Clock only stops for injury or time-out by team behind in score.                  b. Team ahead may not pass (Forward or backward).                  c. Only one hand-off.                  d. If team ahead scores they may not on-side or squib kick.                  e. The game may be shortened or ended if the team behind wishes.            VIOLATION OF b, c, or d: Immediately stop play and penalize 5 yards, and loss of down.                        8. TIE GAME: If the game ends in a tie during the regular season it will end as a tie. During the playoffs the NFHS ten-yard overtime procedure will be used. If still tied after first overtime period continue alternating offense and defense at same end of field.          8. DELAYS FOR: Injury, Thunder, Lightning Thunder or Lightning: Clear field, Must wait 30 minutes between occurrence. Injury or Thunder or Lightning: If game is delayed as to interfere with the following game start time use the following criteria: Second half and Point Differential spread has been reached – Game over Fourth Quarter and either team has a 14-point lead – Game over Game: Less than a 2 touchdown lead: Officials must record status of game (score; team in possession; down and distance; ball location; number of time-outs remaining; time left in game).   Use common sense. If at all possible finish game but not at the expense of the nights’ schedule.   NOTE: The Officials can use discretion and restrict a player to the bench for as long as they deem necessary rather than an ejection for serious offenses.         April 23, 2009   ROCKVILLE FOOTBALL LEAGUE INTERMEDIATE DIVISION   PLAY: Game will be played in accordance with the NFHS rules except in those cases where RFL rules have been specified.   TIME: The game consists of four 12 minute quarters (Running Clock). A two (2) minute warning will be given at the end of each half. The clock will be stopped to notify each coach of the 2 minute warning. The Referee will then restart the clock. In the last 2 minutes of each half the clock will operate within the NFHS rules. During the playoffs the clock will also be stopped in the fourth quarter of the game for all scores and will start when legally touched by either team after the kickoff.   25-SECOND RULE (after ball is marked ready for play)             First violation: Stop clock and warn coach             Second violation: 5-yard penalty             Any further violations: 5-yard penalty and loss of down             This rule will be strictly enforced.   HALFTIME: Will be 10 minutes in duration.   1. Play begins with a kickoff from the kickers 40-yard line. Kick untouched out of bounds, place the ball 25 yards from where kicked or at the inbounds spot if the kick does not go 25 yards.   2.      SCORING: a.       Touchdown: 6 points b.       Field goal: 3 points c.       Safety: 2 points d.       Extra point:             (1). Run: 1 point.             (2). Kick 2 points.   3.      PLACE KICK AND LONG SNAP: a.       A Defensive Player may not charge directly into the snapper until he can protect himself if a snap of 7 yards or more is being attempted. b.      Ball must be snapped between the snappers legs, and must leave his hands before touching the ground or any other player. The holder may receive the ball either with one knee on the ground or standing. Holder may recover the snap and retain the same options of going back to a knee for the kick, advance, pass or run the ball.   4.      POINT DIFFERENTIAL RULE: This rule applies when a team is ahead by 25 or more points in the fourth quarter.            a. Clock only stops for injury.            b. Team ahead may not pass (Forward or backward).            c. Team ahead may only use one hand-off.            d. If team ahead scores they may not on-side or squib kick.            e. The game may be shortened or ended if the team behind wishes.         VIOLATION OF b, c, and d: Immediately stop the play and penalize 5 yards, and loss of down.   5.      NEUTRAL ZONE VIOLATIONS:            a .By the defense will be treated as a live ball foul unless contact is made.             b. Offense lining up in the neutral zone will be treated as a live ball foul.   6.  LOW BLOCKS:  Blocking below the waist by the offense including in the free-blocking zone is prohibited.   7. TIE GAME: If the game ends in a tie during the regular season it will end as a tie. During the playoffs the NFHS ten-yard overtime procedure will be used. If still tied after first overtime period continue alternating offense and defense at same end of field.   8.  Red Stripe Rule: Intermediate Army Division Only:   A.  Any player who's exceeds 115 pounds at the pre-season weigh in will be a Red Stripe Player for the entire season.   B.  Red Stripe players will be designated by a red stripe on their helmet.   C.  Red Stripe players must play tackle to tackle on the offensive and defensive lines.  On defense they must have an end or linebacker on the line of scrimmage at the snap.  Red Stripe may not drop off of the line on defense to become linebackers until the ball has crossed the line of scrimmage.  They cannot be pass eligible on unbalanced formations where they are the uncovered lineman.  They may not run the ball under any circumstance unless they have recovered a fumble.   D.  Red Stripe players may advance the ball if they recover a fumble or intercept a pass at the line of scrimmage or in the opponents backfield.   E.  Red Stripe players may play on special teams as front linemen on return teams and kickers or holders.  They may also play tackle to tackle on extra point teams.  They may not participate in a fake or busted placement attempt if they are the kicker or the holder.   F.  Penalties for Red Stripe violations will be 5 yards illegal procedure for the first offense, 15 yards for unsportsmanlike conduct for subsequent violations involving the same player or violation.   G.  Coaches are expected to not only follow the letter but the spirit of the rule.  Coaches that do not will be subject to disciplinary action by the Commissioner and league President.       NOTE: The Officials can use discretion and restrict a player to the bench for as long as they deem necessary rather than an ejection for serious offenses.   DELAYS FOR: Injury, Thunder, Lightning Thunder or Lightning: Clear field, Must wait 30 minutes between occurrence. Injury or Thunder or Lightning: If game is delayed as to interfere with the following game start time use the following criteria: Second half and Differential Point Spread has been reached – Game over Fourth Quarter and either team has a 14-point lead – Game over Game: Less than a 2 touchdown lead: Officials must record status of game (score;         team in possession; down and distance; ball location; number of time-outs remaining; time left in game).   Use common sense. If at all possible finish game but not at the expense of the nights’ schedule.   April 23, 2009   ROCKVILLE FOOTBALL LEAGUE MIDDLE SCHOOL   GAME; The game will be played in accordance within the NHSF Rules for youth below 9th grade (8-minute quarters) with exceptions of below listed.   1. 2-minute warning at end of second and fourth quarters.   2. Point Differential Rule will be 25 instead of 35.   Delays for Injury, Thunder, Lightning   1.   Thunder or Lightning: Clear field, Must wait 30 minutes between occurrence. 2.   Injury or Thunder or Lightning: If game is delayed as to interfere with the following game start time use the following criteria:             Second half and point spread has been reached – Game over             Fourth Quarter and either team has a 14-point lead – Game over             Game: Less than a 2 touchdown lead: Officials must record status of game (score;     team in possession; down and distance; ball location; number of time-outs remaining; time left in game).   Use common sense. If at all possible finish game but not at the expense of the nights’ schedule.   General Rules and Definitions   A.  The Differential Point Spread (Mercy Rule) applies when a team is 25 points ahead of an opposing team in the fourth quarter.  The clock will only stop for time outs by the losing team. Also, the team up by 25 points cannot on-side kick, squib kick, pass or run multiple hand-offs.   B.  The high school tie-breaker rule will not be used for regular season games. However, the high school tie-breaker rule, starting at the 10 yard line will be used in all playoff games.   C.  Protests involving judgment call by game officials will not be accepted. Protests involving rules interpretation and player eligibility must be presented, by a Head Coach, in writing to the President within 48 hours of the infraction.   D.  The athletic field foreman for the City of Rockville will evaluate the conditions of all fields scheduled for play and make all decisions as to whether fields are open or closed for the night. The RFL President or designee will be notified as soon as this decision is reached.   E.  All players must play a minimum of eight plays per game as verified by designated Play Monitors. If players are not played a minimum of eight plays per game, the following disciplinary actions will be brought against the coach: First time - player will be played and a verbal warning will be administered to the coaching staff. Second time - Coaching staff will be put on probation. Third time - Coach will be suspended for one (1) game. Each offence will be cumulative throughout the season.   F.  Coaches Box: The “coaches’ box” is 2 yards deep, marked in color, and includes the distances between the two 25 yard lines.   G.  All coaches must prominently display sideline passes. Only NYSCA and USA Football certified coaches will be issued sideline passes. Each team is allowed one non-adult water person and one adult camera person (non-certified) on the side line. One statistician pass will be issued to each team (non-certified). Assistant coaches/cheer instructors under the age of 18 must be registered with the RFL to receive field passes. This rule will be strictly enforced.   H.  Concerns regarding participants missing practice time and allocation of playing time must be brought to the appropriate commissioner in writing.  The commissioner will make the decision.   I.  No RFL football player can play in 2 recreational football leagues during the season.  Private schools that offer team football participation as a physical education option (ie; Bullis, Landon, Mater Dei) are not considered recreational leagues.   J.  Teams can only come together for practices or team meetings 4 times a week. Ankle Biter Division is limited to 3 meetings per week.  Any practice, film session, game, scrimmage constitutes a Team Meeting.  Once the season starts, a game counts as a team meeting.  Practices are limited to two hours.   K. A Defensive Player may not charge directly into the snapper until he can protect himself if a snap of 7 yards or more is being attempted. L.  During time-outs, only one coach (and one non-adult, i.e. a water person) may go out to the huddle.   M.  Reserved   N.  Any player that has been moved by the RFL Board of Directors (for whatever reason) may return to his “home” team the next season, room permitting.   O.  An RFL head coach is the only person that has the prerogative to move his/her children to the team the coach is taking responsibility for.   P.  Division standings will be based on total points determined by team records against "League" opponents.  One (1) point will be awarded for each win.  One-half (0.5) point will be awarded for each tie.  No points will be awarded for each loss.  In the event teams have the same number of points, the following procedure will be used to break the tie:   Head-to-head competition Fewest points allowed during the season against "League" teams Most points scored during the season against "League" teams Coin toss by the Division Commissioner or Board President   ARTICLE VII - CONCESSIONS STAND OPERATION A.     The operation of the concession stand is very important for the success of the Rockville Football League. The profits made from all concessions sales go directly to the League for payment of League expenses. B.     Upon request by the Fund-raising and Concessions Committee or the Parent Liaison, all teams must provide a listing of parents who will represent the team during that team's assigned snack bar operation time. This information must be submitted no later than September 7th. The Intermediate Division is responsible for snack bar operation on Friday nights; and Pee-Wee Division is responsible for Saturday nights. Ankle Biter & Flag Divisions will fill in on either Friday or Saturday nights as needed.     ARTICLE VIII - PLAYERS AND BOUNDARIES A.     The Division/League is organized for players who either live or attend school (public or private) within the political boundaries "tax limits" of the City of Rockville. Players in the elementary school level are assigned to teams in accordance with their school level and school district. If a player moves beyond the Rockville City limits and no longer attends school in Rockville after official registration, that player is eligible to play out the current season and any subsequent year (s) as long as they are continuous. B.     Players shall be permitted to play only with the team from the geographic area in which they live. Exceptions to this rule are possible only with the approval of the RFL Board of Directors. C.     All players must submit a signed Parent Permission form authorizing the player to compete in the Rockville Football League, as well as a signed NYSCA Parents' Code of Ethics. No player may participate in any practice, contact role, or game without submission of these forms. D.     No player may participate in any practice, contact role, or game without a complete set of equipment that is in good condition. 1.      A complete set of equipment for tackle Divisions/Leagues MUST include ALL of the following: a)      helmet (NOCSAE Approved) b)      knee pads c)      shoulder pads d)      thigh and knee pads e)      mouthpiece f)      jersey  g)      ** shoes and socks h)      ** cup i)       **practice pants 2.      A complete set of equipment for Flag Division/League MUST include ALL of the following: a)      mouth piece b)      jersey and WHITE pants c)      ** shoes and socks d)      ** cup 3.      Any football or soccer cleated shoes or sneakers may be used.  No metal-tipped cleats or hard street shoes may be used. 4.      All Players MUST wear a mouthpiece at all times during practices and games. Each player will be issued one (1) mouthpiece prior to the first practice. Any replacement mouthpieces that are necessary must be purchased by the individual players at $1.00 per mouthpiece. NO EXCEPTIONS.                     ** To be provided by player. E.      A registration fee, as determined by the RFL Board of Directors, will be assessed each player. The fee will cover the following: 1.      City of Rockville/Montgomery County fee 2.      Rockville Football League fee 3.      Helmet 4.      Game jersey 5.      1 Mouthpiece 6.      Shoulder pads 7.      Insurance 8.      RFL Program   Checks or money orders are to be made payable to the Rockville Football League.   F.      No player who is on any other recreational football team may participate in the Rockville Football League. The penalty for this infraction will be suspension of both the player and coach, and forfeiture of all games in which the ineligible player has participated. G.     THE GEOGRAPHIC BOUNDARIES DESIGNATED FOR INDIVIDUAL TEAMS WILL BE ESTABLISHED BY THE RFL BOARD OF DIRECTORS FOR EACH SEASON.   Article IX - Sponsorship Policy Team Sponsorships:   Teams receive 50% of each sponsorship acquired by said team after RFL cost, limited to $500 per team, per year on approved items. In addition, 20% of each additional sponsor (after cost) above the $500 limit is reached will go to the team. Reimbursement will be issued upon presentation of receipt to the Treasurer for approved items.   Approved Items: 1.      Names on jerseys 2.      Team party 3.      Uniform accessories (socks, helmet reward stickers, arm pads, neck rolls, first aid equipment, coaches shirts and hats) 4.      Field equipment (hand shields, dummies) o        Field equipment will be shared property of the RFL & Team purchasing the equipment. o        Field equipment will be collected at the end of the season by the equipment manager. o        Field equipment will be re-issued to the returning coach or same team the following season.   Additional items may be added by request & approval by the RFL Board of Directors.   Constitution   ARTICLE I - NAME The name of this organization shall be the Rockville Football League, hereinafter referred to as the RFL or League. The RFL will be sponsored and operated by the citizens of Rockville, Maryland, in conjunction with The Department of Recreation and Parks of the City of Rockville. ARTICLE II - PURPOSE The purpose of the RFL shall be to provide an opportunity for youths to learn the fundamentals of football, cheerleading, and sportsmanship through participation in the RFL. The objective of the League shall include the development of good character and citizenship, physical and mental health and an appreciation of football. The RFL will attempt to instill the will to win and the courage to accept defeat and disappointment. Great emphasis will be given to clean play and good sportsmanship at all times, both on and off the field. ARTICLE III - LEAGUE OPERATION The RFL operates under the Constitution and Rules and Regulations of the Rockville Football League. Rule changes, amendments and/or repeals require a simple majority vote of the voting members of the Board of Directors. Changes and/or amendments to the rules can be made at any time prior to the start of the season, during the season and after the season. ARTICLE IV - VOTING MEMBERS A two-thirds majority of the Board of Directors, with a quorum present, shall have veto power over any action taken by any Division where it believes that action would be a detriment to the League. A two-thirds vote, with a quorum present, of the General Membership defined as Head Coaches and Board Members, may override any vote of the Board of Directors. Each Board member can only hold one (1) proxy vote. ARTICLE V - MEETINGS There shall be one general membership meeting of the League each year. The meetings shall be called by the President. The meeting shall be held during January for the purpose of evaluating the previous season's program and making recommendations for the next season's Board of Directors. The President shall convene additional meetings as required by giving each voting member no less than 48 hours advance notice by telephone or mail. ARTICLE VI - ELECTIONS The election of the RFL Board of Directors, hereinafter referred to as the Board, will take place within six weeks following the end of the current season. ARTICLE VII - BOARD OF DIRECTORS  A.     The Board of Directors shall consist of the following: President, Vice President for Administration, Vice President for Personnel, Secretary, Treasurer, Equipment Manager, Tackle Commissioner, Pee-Wee Commissioner, Flag Commissioner, Cheerleading Coordinator, Ways and Means/Public Relations, Fundraisers/Concessions, Parent Liaison, and the Representative of the Department of Recreation Parks. The term of office shall be from February 1 to January 31 of the following year. All board members are responsible for notifying the secretary 24 hours in advance if they are unable to make a meeting and the cause. If two meetings are missed, that member is subject to removal upon majority vote of the Board of Directors. B.     If the majority of the Board determines that a rule should come up for review, the Board of Directors has the power to amend the rules at any time before, during or after the season. C.     Powers and Duties of the Officers. 1.      The powers and duties of the President shall be as follows: a)      To guide and direct the RFL. b)      To carry out the will of the voting members. c)      To represent and speak for the RFL. d)      To preside at meetings of the RFL. e)      To call such general Membership and Board meetings as are required in; Article V hereof and such other meetings as the President deems necessary to carry out the objectives thereof. f)        To countersign all checks drawn by the Treasurer. g)      To appoint committees, either standing or Ad Hoc, including a nomination committee for elective positions in the League, consisting of three or more committee members. h)      To preside at the annual awards ceremony. i)        To establish the presence of a quorum, before convening any meeting of the Board of Directors. j)        To carry out such other duties as are required under this Constitution and Rules and Regulations. k)      To suspend any member, with reasonable cause, for a period of seven days pending a meeting of the Board. If the Board does not convene during the seven day's suspension period, the suspended member is to be automatically reinstated until the Board is able to convene. l)        The President shall have the power, with the Board concurrence, to reprimand, suspend or expel any player, team official, team, teams or other RFL member(s) from the RFL. Such power to reprimand, suspend or expel shall be exercised when it is deemed by the President and the Board to be in the best interest of the RFL. m)    At the Direction of the Board, to work with all donors, sponsors, advertisers and other major contributors to promote the RFL. n)      To assist in the promotion of all fundraisers. 2.      The powers and duties of the Vice President for Administration shall be as follows: a)      To assist the President. b)      To act for the President in the absence or disability of the President. c)      To coordinate the recruitment and assignment of coaches to teams through the Division Commissioners. d)      To hold a meeting(s) as needed, of all new coaches for the purpose of reviewing the rules and regulations of the league, prior to the opening day games. e)      To receive rosters and monies of every team and report to the division Commissioners any discrepancies as well as provide the secretary with the originals. f)        To submit an alignment of any farm systems to the Board no later than the first general membership meetings. g)      To secure from the Division Commissioners, the final standings of their leagues at the end of the season and report it to the Secretary. h)      To secure permits for practice fields. i)        He is responsible for insuring that all Board Members and coaches are NYSCA trained. j)        To countersign all checks drawn by the Treasurer. k)      To represent and speak for the RFL. 3.      The powers and duties of the Vice President for Personnel are to recruit and register players, verify player eligibility (including age, residence and fees paid), maintain the league feeder system, assign players to teams and keep official rosters. The Vice President is assisted by a Parent Liaison in carrying out these responsibilities. Specific duties include: a)      Coordinating registration procedures, schedules and requirements with the Treasurer and the Division Commissioners. b)      Maintaining a current roster of every team's player/ personnel and, together with Division Commissioners, resolving any discrepancies. c)      Verifying the birth date and other information on each team's roster as necessary. d)      Administering the "feeder system" for assigning players from teams in a lower age-bracket Division to teams in a higher age-bracket Division. e)      With Divisional Commissioner and Parent Liaison, investigate complaints and grievances related to player safety, playing time, harassment and other discrimination offenses. 4.      The powers and duties of the Secretary shall be as follows: a)      To call and keep the roll. b)      To read the minutes of the previous General Membership and/or Board Meeting and to record the minutes of all meetings of the General Membership and the Board. c)      To note in the minutes of every Board meeting that a quorum has been established before the transaction of any official business. d)      To keep files of League papers. e)      To secure from the Vice President and record in the minutes, the final standings of their leagues at the end of the season. f)        To keep a complete file of all requests for interpretations of the RFL, Constitution, and upon request to make such file available to any member of the Interpretations Council of the League. g)      To receive rosters from the Vice President, of every team and report to the Division Commissioners any discrepancies. h)      To obtain verification, if deemed necessary, of the date of birth information entered on each team's roster submitted by the League. i)        To represent and speak for the RFL. 5.      The powers and duties of the Treasurer shall be as follows: a)      To receive all monies. b)      To keep a detailed account of all receipts, expenditures and monies on hand. c)      To be prepared to give an accurate and current Treasurer's Report at all League meetings. d)      To provide a detailed, written financial audit (including a profit and loss statement and a balance sheet at the first general membership meeting at the close of the current season) of all league income and expenses including figures for concession operations and to publish same yearly figures at the annual meeting of the general Member- ship. e)      To approve, distribute, oversee and collect monies from any fundraisers, concessions and/or raffles that are intended to benefit the entire RFL Program. f)        To represent and speak for the RFL. 6.      The powers and duties of the Equipment Manager shall be as follows: a)      To collect all equipment and make inventory, such as: flags, shoulder pads, pants, and helmets. b)      To get helmet re-certification. c)      To order and/or purchase any equipment as necessary as approved by the Board. d)      Purchase new First Aid kits for football coaches and cheerleader coordinator. e)      To distribute equipment to coaches after all registration fees have been turned in. f)        To represent and speak for the RFL. 7.      The powers and duties of the Commissioners for Intermediate, Pee-Wee and Flag shall be as follows: a)      To assist the Vice President. b)      To prepare their respective division schedules in cooperation with the Department of Recreation and Parks and the Vice President of the League. c)      To assist in the planning, preparation and implementation of the Opening Day Jamboree to be held on the second Saturday in September. d)      To collect registration fees, forms and equipment. e)      To keep current standings in their respective divisions, and submit the final standings to the League Vice President at the close of the regular season. (Excluding the Flag division). f)        To call meetings of team coaches in their respective Divisions as necessary, to resolve questions and/or problems and to make recommendations concerning program administration. g)      To bring unresolved problems to the attention of the Board. h)      To assist the Vice President in checking player(s) eligibility by reviewing the rosters of their Divisions as to age, residency and previous team affiliation. i)        To assist the Vice President in confirming that all coaches are NYSCA trained. j)        To receive rosters from managers of their Divisions noting the following: completeness of the information entered thereon, time and dates. k)      To coordinate the weigh-in of all players in their Division. l)        To coordinate with the Department of Recreation to reschedule postponed or incomplete games. m)    TO ATTEND ALL SAID GAMES. n)      To secure permits for practice fields from the Vice President. o)      To work with the Parent Liaison in conjunction with the team parent. p)      To represent and speak for the RFL. 8.      The powers and duties of the Cheerleading Coordinator shall be as follows: a)      To assist the Vice President. b)      To assist in the planning, preparation and implementation of the Opening Day Jamboree to be held on the second Saturday in September. c)      To collect registration fees, forms and equipment. d)      To prepare a schedule for cheerleading clinic in cooperation with the Department of Recreation and Parks to be held the first week in September. e)      To call meetings of team coaches in their respective Divisions as necessary, to resolve questions and/or problems and to make recommendations concerning program administration. f)        To bring unresolved problems to the attention of the Board. g)      To receive rosters from managers of their Divisions noting the following: completeness of the information entered thereon, time and dates received, as well as delivering said rosters to the Vice President. h)      To coordinate picture day. i)        TO ATTEND ALL SAID GAMES. j)        To represent and speak for the RFL. 9.      The powers and duties of Fundraisers/Concession shall be as follows: a)      To work with the Treasurer in order to establish equitable and adequate profit margins and assign prices to snack bar items. b)      To assist the Treasurer in distributing, collecting and overseeing monies from fundraisers and/or raffles that are intended to benefit the entire RFL Program, and documenting same. c)      To establish rates for advertising in the program book and to seek out advertisers for same. d)      To market any other form of advertising approved by the RFL Board. e)      To provide volunteers for Rockville Day and Hometown Holidays. f)        To coordinate Rockville Day and Hometown Holidays. g)      To represent and speak for the RFL. 10.  The powers and duties of Parent Liaison shall be as follows: a)      Establish and coordinate with team parents. b)      To provide volunteers for Jamboree Day. c)      To handle the coordination of team pictures with Rockville City Representatives. d)      To represent and speak for the RFL.    11.  The powers and duties of School Liaison (SL) shall be as follows:  a)  will maintain a list of High School, Middle School and Elementary School contacts for the areas served by the League.  This should include Principals, Athletic Directors, Head Football Coaches, Booster/Football Club Presidents and PTA Presidents.  b)  The SL will explore and implement any and all avenues of potential promotion activity for the RFL within the schools, both public and private. c)  The SL will coordinate all requests for Summer Football and Cheerleader Camps.  d)  The SL will promote the RFL and its players to high school coaches.    d)      To represent and speak for the RFL.      ARTICLE VIII - EQUIPMENT, SUPPLY AND UNIFORM PURCHASE Only Board members authorized by the Board may use the name ROCKVILLE FOOTBALL LEAGUE or RFL in connection with the purchase of any items for use by the league or any team in the League. THE GEOGRAPHIC BOUNDARIES DESIGNATED FOR INDIVIDUAL FLAG AND TACKLE FOOTBALL TEAMS WILL BE ESTABLISHED EACH YEAR BY THE BOARD.   Last Updated (June 2, 2009)