General

The CYFL will play using NFHS rules with the additions/exceptions below (hereby termed

“modified rules”).

All players will play a minimum of six (6) plays per half. All playing times will be the

responsibility of the coaching staffs.

Length of Games

All games played with in each tackle division will consist of four (4) – eight (8) minute quarters.

Overtime Periods

Overtime periods will consist of the NFHS rule for 10 yard overtime rules (page 78 NFHS rules).

If the score remains tied after this set of downs then the game shall stand as a tie for all tackle

divisions.

Lines to Gain/Field Set Up

All tackle fields will be divided into 5 or 10 yard zones so that all yards to gain zones are 10 yards

and all penalties and fields conform to NFHS and MSHSAA rules.

All tackle fields will be marked with extended yard lines to mark coach’s boxes as follows:

Boxes will be at the 20 yard lines. No persons other than League Officials, Referees, Coaches, &

Players are allowed in the box. If anyone else is in the box that team can be penalized for

unsportsmanlike conduct and a 15 yard penalty will be assessed.

Penalties

NFHS rules apply for the calling of the penalties as well as marking of penalties (penalties will be

5, 10, and 15 yard increments).

Modified Rules:

•      Coaches on the fields for Beginning Division: One coach will be allowed on the field for

     the offensive and defensive teams during a game.

•      Defenses:  No more than 6 defensive players can be on the line of scrimmage at the

     snap of the ball. In the event this occurs, a five yard penalty will be accessed against the

     defensive team.

•      Kickoffs: All kickoffs will be played as specified by NFHS rules.

•      Punts: No rush/no return. The kicker must kick the ball upon receiving the snap and the ball

     will be dead and a change of possession will occur where the ball is caught or comes to rest.

•      Place Kicking: None.

•      Scoring for P.A.T.: One (1) point for a run, two (2) points for a pass.

Weight Limits for Quarterbacks, Running Backs, and Receivers

The maximum weight limit for any player to advance the ball by running, receiving, or

passing is 100 pounds for 3rd grade and 115 pounds for 4th grade for the beginning division.

The weight used to determine this requirement will be the weight measured at registration. NO

OTHER WEIGHTS SHALL BE USED.

 Monday, August 02, 2010