Good To Know
League Policies
The rules every Woody Pine Sports league runs by, from rosters and uniforms to forfeits and playoffs.
On This Page
01
ROSTER & WAIVER
- Roster Compliance: Each player’s first and last name must appear on the roster before he/she enters a game.
- Waiver Compliance: Each player must submit the waiver before he/she enters a game.
- Roster Changes: Team’s may add players through Week 3 of the regular season with approval from Woody Pine office staff. After Week 3 rosters are locked.
- Captains may add players to their roster by inviting those members to the team through league registration software (League Labs).
- Any other roster changes, players must email info@woodypinesports.com.
- Playoff Week: All rosters are locked after the conclusion of the regular season heading into the final “playoff” week.
02
TEAM SIZE
- Roster Limit: There is no maximum number of players on a team’s roster.
- The minimum number of players on a team’s roster is listed in table 2.3.
- Team Registration: Captains that sign up full teams are paying for a roster with the standard Team Size in table 2.3.
- Team’s that exceed the standard team size will be charged an additional player fee per additional player.
- Free Agent Registration: WPS staff will group free agents on a team with other free agents.
- Teammate requests are permitted on the free agent registration form and will be considered by the WPS staff.
| Sport | Format | Roster Minimum | Female Minimum | Standard Team Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basketball 3s | 3v3 | 3 | – | 5 |
| Basketball 5s | 5v5 | 5 | – | 9 |
| SVB 4s | 4v4 | 4 | 1 | 6 |
| SVB 6s | 6v6 | 6 | 2 | 9 |
| IVB 6s | 6v6 | 6 | 2 | 9 |
| Cornhole | 2v2 | 2 | – | 3 |
| Pickleball | 2v2 | 2 | – | 3 |
| Kickball | 10v10 | 10 | 4 | 14 |
| Indoor Soccer | 5v5 | 5 | 2 | 8 |
03
UNIFORMS
- Uniform Requirement: All players must be in WPS t-shirts while actively playing the sport.
- If a team member needs a replacement t-shirt or a team is adding a player, please email info@woodypinesports.com.
04
SPORT EQUIPMENT
- Equipment Included: WPS will provide all necessary sport equipment for each sport.
- Players are allowed and encouraged to bring their own sporting equipment.
05
SPORTSMANSHIP
- WPS Standard: Players in WPS activities are expected to conduct themselves in a respectful, professional and sportsmanlike manner. Players that do not embrace the WPS standard will be subject to removal from the game and/or event. WPS activities are geared towards a fun, social and competitive atmosphere.
- Player Conduct: All players, spectators and fans shall abide by good sportsmanship behavior. The following acts committed are subject to sanctions, including warnings, penalties and disqualifications:
- Continuous and excessive arguing with opponents, WPS staff or venue/park staff.
- Use of vulgar or profane language and/or disruptive comments directed towards opponents, WPS staff or venue/park staff.
- Any physical contact outside of gameplay will result in automatic disqualification.
- Sanctions: Conduct violations committed by players and/or team members may result in the following sanctions:
- Warning: A warning may be given by the Site Manager and/or for unsportsmanlike conduct.
- Penalty: If a player fails to correct unsportsmanlike conduct, a penalty will be given and the player will be asked to take a break.
- Disqualification: Excessive unsportsmanlike conduct will result in removal from the game. If further action is required, it will come from the league office.
06
MEDICAL & LEAGUE ATTIRE
- Injuries: A player who sustains an injury causing an open wound will be required to leave the game. Players may not re-enter the game until the wound is properly addressed and covered.
- Casts and Splints: Casts and Splints are not allowed in the following sports:Basketball; Volleyball
- Jewelry: Jewelry is not allowed in the following sports:Basketball
- Eyewear: If eyewear is worn, it must be sports glasses/goggles/masks. Each player is responsible for the safety of their own eyewear.
- Medical Alert Bracelets: Medical alert bracelets are permitted, but must be taped flush with the skin.
- Footwear: Permitted footwear is stated below.
- Indoor Sports: All players must wear athletic shoes with non-marking court soles. Hard soled shoes of any kind will not be permitted.
- Outdoor Sports: All players must wear athletic shoes.
- Sand Volleyball players are not required to wear shoes.
- Metal Cleats are not allowed.
- Pants / Shorts: Participants are encouraged to wear athletic types of shorts or pants.
07
FORFEITS
- Team Forfeit: Forfeits will occur when a team is not ready to play with the league minimum number of players present to start the game.
- Refer to Rule 1.1 on the specific sport’s rule page for the starting minimum.
- Forfeit Notice: Teams are required to notify the WPS office staff of a forfeit by noon the day of games.
- Team’s are to email info@woodypinesports.com for forfeit notices.
- Forfeit Fine: Teams that fail to notify the WPS office staff are subject to a forfeit fine.
- Teams that are fined may be removed from the schedule until fine is paid.
- Scrimmage: A forfeited game will result in a scrimmage between any members of the teams that are present.
08
ELIGIBILITY AND ROSTER CHECKS
- Age Requirements: All players must be at least 21.
- One Team Per Night: Players may not participate on more than one team per league night of the same sport and league.
- Roster Check: Any team member may protest the eligibility of their opponent’s team members at any point of the game.
- Protests are to be directed to the WPS Site Manager for investigation.
- Players may be asked to show a photo ID to verify roster spot.
- Any player not on the roster will be disqualified from the rest of the game and the game will proceed.
09
PLAYOFFS
- At the conclusion of each regular season during league play, WPS will host playoffs.
- Tie Breakers: The following criteria will determine rankings for teams that qualify for playoffs.
- Head to Head
- Points Against
- Points Differential
10
REFUNDS
- League Credit: WPS offers league credit for teams or players that choose to drop out of the league before the season begins.
- Email info@woodypinesports.com for any questions about league credits.