Game Format
• 20‑minute running time per game.
• Faceoff at centre starts the game.
• No stoppages unless a player is injured or a stray ball interferes with the goalie.
• 5‑minute warm‑up before each game.
• Teams must be ready 15 minutes early.
• Each court has a referee with full authority.
Late / No‑Show Policy
• Opponent receives 1 goal every 5 minutes a team is late.
• A no‑show results in a 5–0 loss.
Gameplay Rules
• Stray balls are removed only if they interfere with play.
• After a goal, the scored‑on team gets possession.
• Substitutions allowed anytime during play.
Player Requirements
• Mandatory: gloves, hockey stick, running shoes.
• Kids division: helmets required.
Goalie Requirements
• Each team must have one designated goalie.
• No goalie changes unless due to injury.
• Recommended: helmet with cage, pads, trapper, running shoes, goalie/player stick.
Team Requirements
• Teams must wear matching jerseys, shirts, tanks, or pinnies.
• Players may register for only one team.
• Each team plays a minimum of 3 games.
Penalties
Minor Penalties
• Result in a penalty shot after the game.
• Shooter starts at centre, no backward movement.
• Goalie must stay in the crease.
• Examples: slashing, tripping, high sticking, unsportsmanlike conduct.
Major Penalties
• Result in immediate ejection.
• Examples: hitting from behind, intent to injure, fighting, kicking.
Additional Rules
• Slap shots not permitted — possession awarded to the other team.
• Fighting = team ejected from tournament (no refund).
• Verbal abuse toward referees, opponents, spectators, or staff = player ejection.
• Ball knocked down with a stick above the waist = dead ball, possession to non‑offending team.
Playoffs
• If tied: 3‑shooter shootout.
• Still tied: sudden‑death shootout.
Standings & Ranking
• Win = 2 points, Loss = 0 points.
• Tiebreakers:1. Head‑to‑head
2. Goal differential
3. Fewest penalties
4. If still tied: Rock–Paper–Scissors (best of 3) between captains
Other Rules
• Tournament runs rain or shine.
• Lightning is the only weather delay (officials decide).
• All shade tents must be pegged down at all corners.