Kingdom Football Ministries

Description: Every football player is a champion whether their team finishes at the top or bottom of their league. This tournament has been put together to provide an extra special opportunity for youth players by extending their season and helping them finish with a post season experience. This tournament is also a fun opportunity for coaches who are looking for some variety while playing teams outside of their league.

General Information
? The IBYFC is only for 8U, 10U, 12U and 14U full contact football teams.
? The tournament fee is $250.00 per team. The first eight fully completed Team Registration Packets per age group received with a down payment of $125.00 will participate in the tournament. Please make out cashier's checks or money order to Middletown Youth Football.
? To receive a Team Registration Packet contact the Tournament Director Brent Coeling. The Team Registration Packet includes: Cover Letter, 8-Team Skeleton Tournament Bracket, Team Entry Form, Code of Conduct/Waiver Form (make copies for players and coaches).
? The IBYFC is for players who cannot turn 9, 11, 13 or 15 before August 1st, 2008, respectively per age group.
? All teams are guaranteed at least two games and will play no more than four games in two days. Teams will compete for 3rd/4th, and 1st/2nd. Teams finishing 1-3 will receive medallions and team trophies. All players will receive at least a particiaption medallion and parting gift.
? All teams must keep a Player Verification Book ? The book must include the following: 1. Two typed lists of coach and player names (first and last names), players listed in order by home game jersey number. 2. Must have an individual file for each player using a clear page saver sheet containing the following in numerical order of home game jersey numbers: A. Individual ?waist to head? photo of player wearing home game jersey with visible jersey number, B. Copy of Code of Conduct/Waiver Form, and C. Copy of official birth certificate with state seal.
? Team verifications and will occur one hour prior to the first game time on Saturday.

2008 Skill Weights And Unlimited Line
Age	In the Backfield	On the Line
8U	80 lbs. or under	*Over 80 lbs.
10U	110 lbs. or under	*Over 110 lbs.
12U OR 14U	Unlimited Weight for ALL Positions
*Those over skill weight may line up as a TE, block and catch a pass downfield, and may play any position on defense.
*Players weigh in at the field in full game ready gear w/cleats, no helmet (15 lb. allowance). Younger players may play up. No playing time rules.

? Player game jerseys must match, helmets may be various colors.
? Coaches must bring own water containers, coolers and first aid kits.
? Teams will flip a coin for home team. The visiting team is responsible for finding volunteers to run the down markers.
? There will be a gate fee for all spectators, each day.
? Area hotel housing includes: Call 937-657-7556 for details.
? Tournament Bracket Drawing will be certified and take place on Wednesday evening, November 5. Team representation is not required.

General Game Rules

Misc. Rules
8U	10U	12U & 14U
Two coaches allowed on field	One coach allowed on field	No coaches on field
All punts walked off, 25 yds	Live punt and return AFTER kick, NO fakes	Live punt and return, and 14U Live kick-offs
Free field goal or Xpt kick	Free field goal or Xpt kick	Live field goal or Xpt kick
Xpt 1pt/run or pass, 2pts/kick	Xpt 1pt/kick, 2pts/pass or run	Xpt 1pt/kick, 2pts/pass or run
No age 9 before 8/1/08	No age 11 before 8/1/08	No age 13 or 15 before 8/1/08
Ball starts on 30 yard line, except 14U

? All games will consist of four (4) equal eight (8) minute quarters, two (2) minutes between quarters, five (5) minutes for halftime, and 30 seconds between plays.
? A Touchdown is worth 6 points. Extra points are awarded as follows: 1 point for kicks and 2 points for runs and passes.
? In the event the score is tied at the end of regulation, overtime rules will be used. The ball will be placed on the 20 yard line, with the team winning the coin toss having the option of choosing to be on offense or defense. The offense will advance the ball until stopped, or a score results. The opposing team will have the same opportunity. The team with the highest score will win the game. If there is a second overtime, the teams will be required to start on the 10 yard line go for two points.
? Sidelines are limited to the head coach and assistants, and sideline helpers.
? Headset communication devices are allowed by coaches.
? Each day games will begin with a non-denominational Christian prayer.
? Teams provide their own game ball (8U K2 or PeeWee, 10U Junior, 12U Junior or Youth, 14U Youth).
? There will be a three man team referee group for all games.
? Any topic not discussed is covered by the Ohio High School Association and its rules.
? The tournament director will have the final decision in any discrepancies or issues that may arise during the games.