Lace Up! Brisbane’s Brand New 5-a-side Awaits

POWER LEAGUEZ RULES

REGISTRATION

If you have a full team ready to enter, the team captain registers on behalf of the full team by sending an email to
(Power League website)

Once you have successfully registered in the tournament, a confirmation email will be sent to your team captain. It is the team captain’s responsibility to check enrolment listed is correct and to inform the Tournament Management of any change needed. All correspondence regarding the tournament will be sent to the nominated team captain primarily through email. This can include updates, news, and fixtures information. The team captain is responsible for all communications to their team Members leading up to and for the tournament. All fixtures will be generated once final registrations have closed and team captains will be emailed As soon as possible, 48 hours before the tournament date. Should a change to the draw occur within 48 hours of the competition, the team captain will be notified via phone as well as email.

1. GAMES

Games consist of two 20-minute halves with a 2-minute halftime break.
All games are timed by the referee and will start as per the fixture/game times.
Game Times
• Friday 6.00pm / 6.45 pm / 7.30 pm
• Saturday 10.00 am / 10.45 am / 11.30 am / 12.15 pm / 1.00 pm

These times are subject to change.

2. FEES AND FINES
Weekly Game Fee$120 per game
Forfeit – Over 7 Days NoticeNo Charge
Forfeit – Great than 24 hours$80*
Forfeit – Less Than 24 hours Notice$120*
No Show Forfeit$120*
Team Withdrawal Fee$120
Two games upfront payment.$240

All forfeit fees must be settled ahead of the teams next game. The captain of the team will be invoiced for the payment. Failure to pay forfeit fees on time may see the team remove from the competitio

3. RULES AND MODIFICATIONS
  • Field markings are approximately 30 meters by 20 meters.
  • The minimum distance from placed kicks is two meters for the defensive team (side, direct and indirect free kicks).
  • Goals can be scored directly from kick-offs or inside of the box area
  • Kick-ins are indirect 
  • Free kicks are direct or indirect according to the ref’s decision
  • Play continues if the ball strikes the roof net except; if the net is the last touch before the ball goes into a goal a goal kick or corner will be award based on the last team to touch the ball
  • A goalkeeper can score using his feet in open play; this includes kicking out of his hands
  • When restarting from a “goal kick,” goalkeepers must throw or roll the ball
  • At no time can a goalkeeper throw the ball directly into the opponent’s goal
  • 1 female player must always be on the pitch, not including the goalkeeper, during Mixed games. (optional)
  • Penalties must be taken from a one-step kick.
  • Goalkeepers have a choice of a kick in from the floor or a release from the hands when a goal kick is signaled
  • No corners kicks
  • Shin guards are recommended for player safety but are not compulsory.
  • Goalkeepers may only change when your team has possession in a stoppage.
4. TEAMS/PLAYERS
  • Squads can be of any size; all players must be registered under their team’s name
  • Each team must have a team Captain
  • The team Captain is responsible in voicing any concerns or queries to the referee or to a member of staff of The Power League, and will join the WhatApps used to manage competition notifications
  • Female players may play in social comps
  • 1 female player must always be on the pitch, not including the goalkeeper, during Mixed games.
  • Points for game results are as follows: 3 points for a win, 1 point for a draw and 0 points for a loss.
  • Jewellery or any other accessories must be removed before the commencement of games or taped to the satisfaction of the referee.
  • Players understand and accept playing with an existing injury or pregnancy may put their  bodies at further risk. Players play at their own risk and are responsible for arranging and maintaining their own insurance cover
5. SUBSTITUTES
  • Substitutions can happen at any time in the game once the player has left the field of play.
  • The referee does not need to be informed of the substitution.
6. PLAYING STRIPS
  • All players within a team must be in matching coloured uniforms at the commencement of games.
  • Bibs can also be provided by The Power League if any players do not have the correct colour of their team.
  • If the referee decides there is a colour clash, one of the teams will be asked to wear bibs (provided for free) by The Power League.
7. PENALTIES
  • Penalties must be taken using a one-step run up
  • In the event of a draw, semi-finals and finals will be decided by a penalty shoutout
  • Penalty shoot-outs are best of 3 followed by sudden death
8. CAUTIONS AND DISMISSALS
  • Depending on the levels of foul play in matches, Referees have the option of branding players with a yellow card or red card.
  • Referees will liaise with Team Captains if there is excessive rough play or offensive language or any other profanities that the referee sees or hears.
  • In addition to issuing a yellow card, in line with our zero-tolerance policy, the referee may “sin bin” the offending player. If a team only has 5-players, the outfield player will be required to go in goal for the duration of his “sin bin”. Teams with 6 or more players will be required to substitute for the player for the duration of the “sin bin”. The duration of “sin bin” is at the discretion of the referee and will be determined by the nature of the initial incident, and the player’s subsequent conduct. “Sin bins” are intended to be partially punitive and partially to allow players to regain their composure.
  • Yellow cards are not cumulative; we do not issue bans for yellow
  • Issues may be reported to The Power League at any time by players, spectators, the referee, or staff. All issues will be investigated and assessed by The Power League. Any disciplinary action is at the discretion of The Power League in line with our zero-tolerance policy.
9. PLAYER ELIGIBILITY
  • All participating players must be fully registered into the tournament and team on the website. –
  • All team captains are responsible for ensuring that every team member is officially registered within their team prior to taking part in any tournament.
  • Teams that play matches with players not registered against their online team roster will forfeit the game. 
  • All players must be appropriately signed in for every game prior to taking the field/court. This is achieved by signing in at the competition desk prior to the game. Photo ID may be required to confirm the identity of the players at the time of signing up.
  • Players can only be registered with one team in the tournament.
ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY

The Power League operates a zero-tolerance policy with respect too:

  • Aggressive behavior – physical or verbal
  • Dissent/disrespect of the referee and/or The Power League staff

Players excessively and/or repeatedly demonstrating the above behaviors may be “sin-binned” (see CAUTIONS AND
DISMISSALS)

All violent conduct (including retaliation and/or threats of physical violence) will result in a minimum ban for the rest
of the season.

All disciplinary action resulting from breeches of our zero-tolerance policy is at the discretion of The Power league.

No one has ever agreed with every decision a referee makes in any given game. The chances are that if you are playing your heat of the moment, one-eyed view, will mean you do not view incidents the same as the ref or oppos

ition.Decisions may not always be perfect…but alternate views of incidents and/or mistakes are not personal so get on with the game

Any incidents reported to management will be reviewed via our videos and if required players/teams will be asked not to return.

Maintaining The Power League’s reputation as a trouble-free venue is more important than any individual player or team’s participation.

Please ensure behavior remains within accepted tolerance levels as determined by the referee on the day

FIXTURES AND FORFEITS
  • The Power League runs all tournament games on Public Holidays
  • Forfeits are bad all rounds; your team, the opposition, the reputation of the competition and therefore The Power League
  • The Power League reluctantly accepts forfeits and offers a service to find fill-ins; forfeits fees are only charged if no one from the team participates in the fixture
  • Teams regularly forfeiting or routinely requiring the fill-in service may be removed from the competition at The Power League discretion; in the event the team has outstanding debts they will not be readmitted unless they are settled
  • All fixtures are subject to change by The Power League, with changes communicated via the “Captains WhatsApp Group.” Where 24-hours notice is not providing a forfeit fee will not be charged
  • Teams may use the “Captains WhatsApp Group” to negotiate fixture time changes with the other team captains. The Power League will accommodate all agreed changes. For a fixture swap to occur all 4-teams impacted must agree
Bye matches

When there are an uneven number of teams in a division a bye game will be included in the draw. If your team is scheduled for a bye match, there will be no game played, and the team will be awarded 3 points and the relevant for and against game score for their sport. Discounts, subsidies, or refunds are not available to teams or individuals solely due to a bye match in the fixtures schedule.

Match results

Scores from each match will be available to view online within 24hrs from its completion. All fixture results and ladder standings can be viewed by following the links on each Social Sports webpage. Any concerns regarding published scores can be raised via email with the tournament manager, (the power league website or app)

Scoresheets

At the end of each match a player from each team must sign the scoresheet to verify the final game score. It is the team captain’s responsibility to ensure a player from their team has verified the score for them at the end of the game. If there is any concern about the score this should be raised with the Match Official and the tournament manager immediately

Forfeiting

If a team cannot get enough players to fill the minimum requirements to start a game, they must inform the Tournament Manager as soon as possible. To give adequate notice to opposing teams, the forfeiting team must advise via email at least 24 hours in advance of a weekday game and for any weekend games, notice must be given prior to 2 pm on the Friday before the game. If a late forfeit must be made, then an email must be sent to (the POWERLEAGUE EMAIL) and an accompanying direct message to the power league Facebook page.

EQUIPMENT
  • Soccer boots are not accepted, only indoor shoes are.
  • Game balls are provided.
  • Teams must provide their own colour matched kits or uniforms.
  • Players understand and acknowledge that The Power  League purchases or leases the equipment from a
    third party and therefore does not manufacture any of the fitness or other equipment used in the venue.
  • Players understand and acknowledge that The Power League is providing recreational services and may not be held liable for defective products or equipment.
RESULTS
  • The referee will give the game’s result to the tournament manager to be entered into the database.
  • Should you believe a result has been entered incorrectly please contact the power league
INJURIES AND TIME KEEPING
  • The clock runs continuously
  • Play will be stopped by officials if a player is bleeding, injured or ill; by default, the clock will continue to run
  • Any decision to stop the clock is at the discretion of the Referee and will be determined by the severity of the injury
  • All players play at their own risk. It is recommended that all players have suitable insurance. The Power League will not be held liable for any injuries that occur because of playing in the tournaments
  • All games will begin at the scheduled time, or, in the event of a delay unrelated to the arrival of the two teams, at the earliest reasonable opportunity
  • Please arrive 20 minutes prior to your game start time. All game fees should be paid before the game commences (if paying weekly)
  • Players should be ready to move on to the pitch at the previous game’s end.
LIABILITY FOR PROPERTY
  • The Power League is not liable to you for any personal property damaged, lost, or stolen whilst on or around the Centre including a vehicle or its contents or any property left in the facility.
  • If you damage the venue or equipment, you are liable to The Power League for repair or replacement.
THE CULTURE OF THE POWER LEAGUE
  • The Power League expects participants and supporters to behave in the best interests of their team, other teams, the competition, and The Power League always
  • We strive to deliver high quality social competitions at Brisbane’s premium 5aside venue; teams are expected to support that by demonstrating appropriate social, collegiate, and inclusive behaviors always  
  • The Power League delivers football competitions and recognizes that games can be intense and competitive; we have been that player that the decision has gone against and been caught by late tackles. We have learnt that these things happen in competitive support
  • Refs do not get every right and even if they did, they would not give you every decision you want. Play hard but remember it is a game and that everyone wants to be back again next week
TEAM ENTRY / ROLLOVER
  • Team names which are deemed inappropriate, or offensive will be changed at The Power League’s discretion prior to the season starting
  • All competitions nights are social / ungraded
  • At the end of each season teams will have an exclusive period to renominate. At the end of this period new teams will be added from the waiting list
PLAY AND SPECTATOR CONDUCT
  • The team Captain is responsible for all players and spectators associated with the team.
  • The team Captain is allowed to approach Referees for questions and/or clarifications. Referees may only be approached during half time or at the end of the game.
  • Offensive language is not permitted or tolerated.  
  • Playing under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs is not permitted or tolerated.  
  • Fighting of any nature is not permitted or tolerated.
  • Unsportsmanlike conduct on or off the pitch is not permitted or tolerated.
  • Any breach of the Player and Spectator Code of Behavior may result in the offender(s) being required to leave the Centre
  • If necessary, The Power league reserves the right to suspend or remove a team or player from the competition for any breach of the Player Code of Behavior.

FAQ'S

What are the fees?
  • cost is $720 per squad for 6-week competition
  • paying week by week option is available, cost is $120 per week per squad. Feed must be paid 2 x weeks in advance ($240 per team to sign up)
  • Then week 1 of competition must pay $120 ( final payment will be in week 4).
  • A maximum of 10 players per squad
  • A minimum of 5 players per squad 
  • Friday night will start as an open competition for players older that 18-year-old, male, female or any gender is welcome to participate.
  • Saturdays, Power League Juniors, will be a mixed competition.
 
  • 40 minutes game ( 2 x 20 mins half) with 2 minutes rest for Friday nights and juniors on Saturday.
  • Rolling subs ( 1 x player off and exit court before the sub can enter)
104 car parks available on side 

Albion indoor sports centre,  43 Burdett St, Albion QLD 4010

basic insurance

  • Send an email to ( waiting for email to be confirmed) to EOI
  • Nominate your team
  • And an email will send back asking for more information about players and times for games. 
Can send EOI and we could help to create a team if there are more players in the same situation.
  • Every team’s captain is responsible to organize uniforms for team.
  • In case there is a clash in colours on a game, referee will provide bibs. 
  • Adults 30 x 20 mts  
  • Juniors 30 x 10 mts
  • Changing rooms, toilets and showers will be available for male and female in the facility
  • Cantine will be open to purchase drinks before, during and after games.