Games & Rules

All participants, including athletes, coaches, managers, vendors, and spectators, must adhere to the following Code of Conduct to ensure a safe, professional, and inclusive experience at Elite Games. Failure to comply may result in penalties, disqualification, removal from the event, or exclusion from future participation.

Elite Games is dedicated to fostering an environment that is respectful, inclusive, and welcoming to all individuals, irrespective of gender, religion, ethnicity, or disability. This Code of Conduct outlines behavioral expectations and the consequences of non-compliance.

Expected Conduct:

• Demonstrate professionalism, respect, and sportsmanship at all times.
• Avoid any form of discriminatory, offensive, or inappropriate behavior.
• Maintain awareness of your surroundings and report any safety concerns.
• Interact with athletes, officials, and staff in a respectful manner.
• Adhere to modest and appropriate dress codes.
• Park only in designated areas.
• Be mindful that event facilities may be shared with the general public.

Prohibited Conduct:

• Harassment or Discrimination: Includes offensive comments, intimidation, stalking, or any form of inappropriate behavior based on gender, race, religion, disability, or other personal characteristics.
• Physical or Verbal Abuse: Includes threats, intimidation, or any actions that create a hostile environment.
• Possession of Weapons: Any object that may be used to harm others is strictly prohibited.
• Vandalism or Property Damage: Will result in immediate disqualification and further penalties.
• Substance Use: Consumption of alcohol, cigarettes, or any prohibited substances is not allowed.
• Disruptive Conduct: Includes excessive aggression, profanity, or inappropriate gestures.
• Respect for Officials: All rulings are final and must not be challenged.
• Prayer Breaks: Scheduled stoppages will occur to accommodate prayer times.

Consequences of Violations

• Participants engaging in misconduct may face disciplinary actions, including removal from the event and disqualification from future participation.
• Depending on the nature of the violation, technical fouls or penalties may be applied.
• Elite Games enforces a zero-tolerance policy for harassment, abuse, and discrimination.

Consequences of Violations

Violations of the Elite Games Code of Conduct will not be tolerated under any circumstances. All participants—including athletes, coaches, managers, parents, vendors, and spectators—are expected to comply with event rules and uphold the integrity of the competition.

If a participant engages in unacceptable behavior, Elite Games Management reserves the right to take immediate disciplinary action, which may include:

1️⃣ Verbal Warning – Minor infractions may result in a formal warning from event officials or management.
2️⃣ Technical Foul or Penalty – Specific violations may result in a technical foul, which will affect a team’s overall standing.
3️⃣ Immediate Ejection – Severe misconduct may lead to the immediate removal of the participant from the event venue.
4️⃣ Disqualification – Players or teams involved in serious violations may face disqualification from the competition.
5️⃣ Suspension from Future Events – Depending on the severity of the infraction, individuals may be banned from participating in future Elite Games events.

🚨 Zero Tolerance Policy:
The following behaviors will result in immediate action, including possible ejection and disqualification:

• Abusive language towards officials, staff, participants, or spectators.
• Harassment (verbal, physical, or online) of any kind.
• Fighting or physical altercations.
• Threatening or intimidating behavior towards any participant.
• Use of racial, religious, or discriminatory slurs.
• Vandalism or property damage.
• Possession of weapons or dangerous objects.
• Consumption of alcohol, drugs, or smoking within the venue.
• Repeated violations of official rulings or disruptive behavior.

🔹 Impact on Team Standings:

• Technical fouls and penalties will result in point deductions.
• If a player or team is disqualified due to violations, all previous and upcoming results may be forfeited.
• Any team failing to adhere to the Code of Conduct may be barred from playoffs or future events.

🛑 Enforcement & Reporting:

• Anyone asked to stop unacceptable behavior is expected to comply immediately.
• Participants witnessing misconduct are encouraged to report it to event organizers.
• All decisions made by Elite Games Management regarding violations are final and binding.

By participating, you agree to uphold the spirit of fair play and sportsmanship. Let’s keep Elite Games safe, respectful, and fun for everyone! 🎯

Uniform Policy:

• Teams are required to wear matching uniforms.
• Teams without uniforms may obtain them through Elite Games’ authorized vendors.
• Non-compliance will result in technical fouls applied per game.
• Offensive or inappropriate team names must be changed.

Player Eligibility & Trading:

• Only registered players may participate; unauthorized substitutions are prohibited.
• Players from eliminated teams may not transfer to active teams.
• Violations will lead to player ejection and technical fouls.

Age Verification Requirements:

• Participants must provide valid age verification documents upon request.
• Failure to present the required documentation may result in disqualification.
• Age disputes must be resolved before the match begins—no complaints will be entertained post-game.

Point System & Seeding for Playoffs:

• Win: 3 points
• Draw: 1 point
• Loss: 0 point.
• Tiebreaker: Teams will be ranked based on Points – Point Differential.

Liability Agreement

All participants, including athletes, coaches, managers, parents, and vendors, must agree to the Elite Games liability disclosure and comply with all event regulations.

Categories

• Male:
  • U10(9v9)

Age Verification

To ensure fair competition, participants in age-restricted categories must provide age verification:
✔️ Online Submission: Upload an age verification document during registration.
✔️ Game Day Verification: If not uploaded, participants must present a valid ID before their match.
🚫 Failure to provide verification IF NEEDED will result in disqualification.
📌 Age-related concerns must be raised before the match begins —disputes after the final whistle will not be considered.

Only 2 players born 2013 or 2014 are allowed per team.

NOTE: Online Age verfication during registeration was not enforced for our current VRFC tournament due to our website still being built. However each team’s coaches/Managers have been made aware of the age reguirement.

General Rules & Format

Team Registration & Roster

• Team Sizes:
  • 9v9 (Male: U10):
    Max roster = 11 players
  • All formats include a goalkeeper.
• Uniforms:
  • Teams must wear matching jerseys.
  • If two teams have similar colors, a coin toss
    will determine who wears the tournament-provided pinnies.
  • Goalkeepers must wear a distinct color (avoid yellow, as referees wear yellow).
• Jewelry: No jewelry is allowed except for medical-related items.
• Shin Guards: Mandatory—players without shin guards will not be allowed to play.

Game Format

⚽ Game Duration:

• All matches: 30-minute running clock. – (two 14 minutes Halves)
• Knockout Stages:
  • Semi-finals: If tied, then 5 penalty kicks. Sudden Death in case of penalty tied
  • Finals: If tied, 10-minute overtime (5-minute halves), then 5 penalty kicks (if time allows). Sudden Death in case of penalty tied

📌 Forfeits:

• A 5-minute grace period is given before a forfeit is declared.
• Teams must be ready 10 minutes before their scheduled game to keep the tournament on time.

Gameplay Rules

• Substitutions: Unlimited, at referee discretion.
• Slide Tackles & Playing on the Ground: Not allowed.
• Free Kicks & Laws: Matches follow FIFA Laws of the Game.
• Referee Decisions: All calls are final—no abuse (verbal or otherwise) toward referees will be tolerated.
• No Shirt Removal: Celebratory removal of jerseys is prohibited.
• No Header for u10 games, referee to warn the player the first time, second time a free-kick outside the penalty box will be awarded to the opponent team.
• Ball in play even after hitting the side walls
• If the ball hits the nets above the wall, throw in. No corner kicks.
• Goal Keeper can’t punt the ball. – referee to warn the Goalie the first time, second time a free-kick outside the penalty box will be awarded to the opponent team.

🚫 Code of Conduct:
✔️Respect all players, coaches, referees, and tournament staff.
✔️ No cursing, fighting, or violence.
✔️ Keep the playing area clean.
✔️ Aggressive behavior will not be tolerated—this is not the World Cup!
🚨 Failure to comply will result in ejection from the tournament.

Roster & Player Eligibility

• No trading or borrowing players from eliminated teams.
  🚨 Violations will result in player ejection and a team technical foul.

Point System & Seeding

After the preliminary rounds, teams advance to the playoffs based on:
✅ Total Points – (Minus) Technical Fouls → Point Differential (if tied).

Point Allocation:
🏆 Win = 3 points
🤝 Draw = 1 point
❌ Loss = 0 points

🚨 Technical Fouls & Penalties:
🔻Un-uniformed teams
= -1 point
🔻 Trading Players / Roster Violations = -1 point
🔻 Fighting, abusive language, or racism = -1 point

Registration

📅 All teams must pre-register online before the event.