Playing time may vary from game to game but should be approximately equal over the course of each tournament (exceptions listed below)

• 7th and 8th grade will have a minimum playing time policy of 40% per tournament
• Teams of 10 or mores will have a minimum playing time policy of 35% per tournament

Coaches can deviate from these guidelines under extenuating circumstances or situations (e.g. repeated absences, behavior/attitude issues, injuries, code of conduct issues etc.)

If a player misses practices or games (no communication/invalid excuse), the coach is not required to abide by the fair and equal playing time guidelines

Unexcused Absences:

• Anything that is not communicated
• Coaches will use their judgement
• We are not trying to punish BUT attendance is important