| Author | Message | ||
     Perry Papadopoulos Username: Ppapadopoulos Registered: 08-2003 |
We need to be consistent as a board with substitutions. Only players who have reported to midfield and/or the scorer's table prior to a substitution opportunity shall enter the game. If a coach sends in a player from the bench late during the substitution opportunity, then the sub must wait until the next opportunity. This rule is called a 'conduct rule', it is a rule that is not subject to interpretation and cannot be changed or altered. Know the rules so no one can tell you otherwise. IMPORTANT- Once you blow the whistle and beckon a substitute on the field, the sub is now a player, and the player must come in the game. The coach is not allowed to change his/her mind and withdraw the sub. This rule is on page 20 of the rules book, explicitly explained in 3.4.1 SITUATION A. This is also a 'conduct rule'. It is not subject to interpretation and cannot be altered. If any new official, veteran official or head coach needs help with any rules or interpretations, then please read your rules book or contact me. YOU should know all the rules. |