1. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions 2013 UIL/TAPPS/TCAL/SPC EXCEPTIONS TO NCAA FOOTBALL RULES

2. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions PREPARED BY THE TASO FOOTBALL 2013 TRAINING TEAM AND APPROVED CLINICIANS Copyright © 2013 by Texas Association of Sports Officials, Inc All rights reserved No part of this presentation and/or video clips may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written permission of TASO Football Division. © 2013 TASO Football Division

3. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions1-1-1-a ARTICLE 1. a. The game shall be played between two teams of no more than 11 players each, on a rectangular field and with an inflated ball having the shape of a prolate spheroid Change to no more than 6 players in 6-man games. Team must have 6 to start the game. If they get to 3 or fewer, game should be suspended Change to no more than 6 players in 6-man games. Team must have 6 to start the game. If they get to 3 or fewer, game should be suspended

4. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions 1-1-7-a, b, c Does not apply to Tx HS games. Member Institutions Subject to the Rules ARTICLE 7. a. NCAA member institutions and affiliated officiating organizations shall conduct all contests under the official football-playing rules of the Association. b. NCAA-affiliated officiating organizations shall use the current Football Officials Manual published under the jurisdiction of the College Football Officiating (CFO), LLC. c. NCAA member institutions and affiliated officiating organizations not complying with NCAA football-playing rules that do not have a designated penalty are subject to NCAA sanctions.

5. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions 1-2-1-b, c b. Twenty-four inch short yard-line extensions, four inches inside the sidelines and at the inbounds lines, are mandatory; and all yard lines shall be four inches from the sidelines (Rule 2-12-6). c. A solid white area between the sideline and the coaching line is mandatory. Change “mandatory” to “recommended”.

6. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions1-2-3-a Change 1 st sentence to: It is recommended that limit lines be marked with 12 inch lines at 24 inch intervals 12 feet outside the sidelines and the end lines, except in field where the total field surface does not permit. Limit Lines ARTICLE 3. a. Limit lines shall be marked with 12-inch lines and at 24-inch intervals 12 feet outside the sidelines and the end lines, except in stadiums where total field surface does not permit. In these stadiums …

7. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions1-2-4-b Limit of 60 individuals not in uniform is waived. b. The team area shall be limited to squad members in full uniform and a maximum of 60 other individuals directly involved in the game. ‘Full uniform’ is defined as being equipped in accord with NCAA Football Rules and Interpretations, and ready to play. The 60 individuals not in full uniform shall wear special team area credentials numbered 1 through 60. No other credential is valid for the team area..

8. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions1-2-5-a Add: In Tx HS games 30 foot uprights are recommended, 20 foot uprights are mandatory. Goals ARTICLE 5. a. Each goal shall consist of two white or yellow uprights extending at least 30 feet above the ground with a connecting white or yellow horizontal crossbar, the top of which is 10 feet above the ground. The inside of the uprights and crossbar shall be in the same vertical plane as the inside edge of the end line. (See Appendix D)

9. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions1-2-5-b Change to: ”Above the crossbar the uprights shall be white or yellow and 23 feet 4 inches apart inside to inside. (EXCEPTION: When HS’s are playing on collegiate fields, those posts can be used with mutual agreement) b. Above the crossbar, the uprights shall be white or yellow and 18 feet, six inches apart inside to inside.

10. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions1-2-6 Add: “The use of 12 pylons is recommended, but 8 pylons on each end zone placed at the inside corners of the four intersections of the side lines with the goal lines and end lines is mandatory.” Pylons ARTICLE 6. Soft, flexible four-sided pylons 4 inches by 4 inches with an overall height of 18 inches, which may include a 2-inch space between the bottom of the pylon and the ground, are required. They shall be red or orange in color and placed at the inside corners of the eight intersections of the sidelines with the goal lines and end lines. The pylons marking the intersections of the end lines and inbounds lines extended shall be placed three feet off the end lines…

11. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions1-2-7-a Add: “Any other line-to-gain indicator that accurately measures the line to gain is permitted when determined by the home school. Mutual agreement is not required.” a. If a yardage chain is used, it shall join two rods not less than 5 feet high, the rods’ inside edges being exactly 10 yards apart when the chain is fully extended.

12. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions 1-3-1-j and k Does not apply to Tx HS games. j.Professional football logos are prohibited. k.Advertising is prohibited on the ball [Exceptions: (1) Ball manufacturer’s name or logo, and (2) AFCA].

13. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions1-3-2-a ARTICLE 2. a. The referee shall test and be sole judge of no more than six balls offered for play by each team before and during the game. The referee may approve additional balls if warranted by conditions (A.R. 1-3-2-I). Add to the end of the first sentence: “It is mandatory that at least one ball be offered for play. It is recommended that each team offer at least two balls.”

14. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions1-3-2-g g. When the ball becomes dead in a side zone, is unfit for play, is subject to measurement in a side zone or is inaccessible, a replacement ball shall be obtained from a ball person (A.R. 1-3- 2-I). Add: “If balls are available and ball persons are used.”

15. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions1-4-2-d d. When a player enters the game after changing his jersey number, he must report to the referee, who then informs the opposing head coach and announces the change. A player who enters the game after changing his number and does not report commits a foul for unsportsmanlike conduct. Add: “The announcement of the change is dependent upon whether a referee microphone is being utilized.” Jersey

16. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions1-4-4-c-1 1. Design. The jersey must have sleeves that completely cover the shoulder pads. It must not be altered or designed to tear. It must conform with rules 1-4-5 and paragraph 3 below. The jersey must be full-length and tucked into the pants. Vests and/or a second jersey worn concurrently during the game are prohibited. Tx HS jerseys must come to the top of the waist with all equipment covered. All pads must be covered during play. Jersey

17. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions1-4-4-c-3 3. Numerals. The jersey must have clearly visible, permanent Arabic numerals measuring at least 8 and 10 inches in height front and back, respectively, of a color which itself is clearly in distinct contrast with the color of the jersey, irrespective of any border around the number. For Tx HS games, noncompliance with this rule should be noted in the UIL game report filed by the Referee after the contest. Jersey

18. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions1-4-4-d d. Knee pads must be at least ½ inch thick and must be covered by pants. It is strongly recommended that they cover the knees. No pads or protective equipment may be worn outside the pants. Tx HS exception: Knee pads must cover the knees. Volleyball style knee pads can be worn beneath the pants. Tx HS exception: Knee pads must cover the knees. Volleyball style knee pads can be worn beneath the pants. Knee Pads

19. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions1-4-4-h h. All squad members must wear visible socks or leg coverings that are identical -in color and design. Exceptions: Unaltered knee braces, tape or a bandage to protect or prevent an injury, and barefoot kickers) Add an exception: White sweat socks may be worn regardless of what other players are wearing

20. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions1-4-5-a-1 Jersey 1. The visiting team shall wear white jerseys; however, the home team may wear white jerseys if the teams have agreed in writing before the season. Add: “EXCEPTION: Light colored jerseys, instead of white, are acceptable if jersey colors of the teams are obviously contrasting colors with clearly visible numbers Home teams are required to make any changes necessary.”

21. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions 1. Solid white towels no smaller than 4” X 12” and no larger than 6” by 12” with no words, symbols, letters, or numbers. Towels may bear the team logo. Exception for Tx HS: Towels may be school color and may contain school name, school initials or mascot insignia. Towels may not contain numbers. 1-4-6-a-1

22. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions a. No player wearing illegal equipment shall be permitted to play. Tx HS Exception: Elastic ankle coverings/spats are allowed. 1-4-8-a

23. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions 1-4-13. A microphone is mandatory for the referee to be used for all game announcements. It is strongly recommended that it be a lapel-type microphone. The microphone must be controlled by the referee. It may not be open at other times. Tx HS Exception: Microphones are recommended. Also, if a microphone is used, the referee may announce the number of the player committing any foul. 1-4-13

24. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions Place Kick ARTICLE 4. a. A field goal place kick is a kick by a player of the team in possession while the ball is controlled on the ground by a teammate. Change to : A field goal place kick is a kick by a player of the team in possession while the ball is controlled on the ground or a tee by a teammate. If a tee is used, it shall not elevate the ball’s lowest point more than 2 inches above the ground. 2-16-4-a

25. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions Disqualified Player b. A disqualified player must leave the playing enclosure within a reasonable amount of time after his disqualification. He must remain out of view of the field of play under team supervision for the duration of the game. Tx HS Exception: Does not apply Tx HS Exception: Does not apply 2-27-12-b

26. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions Game Clock 1. The game clock is any device under the direction of the appropriate official used to time the 60 minutes of the game. Tx HS Exception: Change “60” to “48” Tx HS Exception: Change “60” to “48” 2-29-1

27. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions Play Clock 2. Each stadium shall have a visual play clock at each end of the playing enclosure. The play clock must be capable of counting down from both 40 seconds and 25 seconds. Tx HS Exception: Does not apply Tx HS Exception: Does not apply 2-29-2

28. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions First and Third Periods ARTICLE 1. Each half shall start with a kickoff. Three minutes before the scheduled starting time, the referee shall toss a coin at midfield in the presence of no more than four field captains from each team and another game official, first designating the field captain of the visiting team to call the coin toss. Tx HS Exception: “It is recommended that the coin toss be conducted at midfield three minutes before the scheduled game time…” 3-1-1

29. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions Extra Periods ARTICLE 3. The NCAA tiebreaker system will be used when a game is tied after four periods. NCAA football-playing rules apply, with the following exceptions: Tx HS Exception: Use the NCAA tiebreaker procedures with additional exceptions 3-1-3

30. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions Instead of taking captains to middle of field for coin toss, take coaches Instead of taking captains to middle of field for coin toss, take coaches Coin Toss Exception (3-1-3-b) Coin Toss Exception (3-1-3-b)

31. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions 1.Applies to any game where the District uses the Positive Points tiebreaker formula. 2.If scoring team elects to play the PAT, it is played 3.If defense refuses to play, 2 points are awarded to scoring team, without requiring a snap. 1.Applies to any game where the District uses the Positive Points tiebreaker formula. 2.If scoring team elects to play the PAT, it is played 3.If defense refuses to play, 2 points are awarded to scoring team, without requiring a snap. Positive Point Scenarios Positive Point Scenarios and PAT’s Exception and PAT’s Exception Positive Point Scenarios Positive Point Scenarios and PAT’s Exception and PAT’s Exception

32. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions Length of Periods and Intermissions ARTICLE 1. The total playing time in a collegiate game shall be 60 minutes, divided into four periods of 15 minutes each, with one-minute intermissions between the first and second periods (first half) and between the third and fourth periods (second half) Tx HS varsity game are 48 minutes divided into four 12 minute quarters. In sub-varsity games, periods may be shortened by mutual consent of the schools. 3-2-1

33. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions b. The intermission between halves, which begins when the field is clear of all players and coaches, shall be 20 minutes. The maximum intermission between halves shall be 28 minutes. 3-2-1-b

34. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions e. When the play clock is interrupted by circumstances beyond the control of either team (without positive knowledge of game elapsed time), a new count shall be started and the game clock shall start per Rule 3-2-4-b. Tx HS Exception: When the 25- second count is interrupted by circumstances beyond the control of either team, a new 25-second count shall be started and game clock shall start on the snap. 3-2-2-e

35. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions f. The 40/25 second clock is not started when the game clock is running with fewer than 40 or 25 seconds, respectively, in a period. Tx HS Exception: There is only a 25 second clock, omit references to 40 second clock. 3-2-2-f

36. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions h. Timing adjustments for games using Instant Replay are governed by Rule 12-3-5. Tx HS Exception: Does not apply to Tx Hs games. 3-2-2-h

37. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions 3-2-4 Timing Devices. This section covers the game clock, 25 second clock and 40 second clock. Tx HS Exception: 1 – We only use game clock and 25 second clock 2 – The visual 25-second clocks are only recommended, not mandatory Tx HS Exception: 1 – We only use game clock and 25 second clock 2 – The visual 25-second clocks are only recommended, not mandatory 3-2-4

38. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions Starts on the Snap. For each of the following, the game clock is stopped on an official’s signal. If the next play begins with a snap, the game clock will start on the snap: 2. With fewer than 2 mins remaining in a half a Team A ball carrier, fumble or backward pass is ruled out of bounds. (Exception: After a Team A forward fumble, the clock starts on the referee’s signal. Tx HS Exception: This applies at all times, not just within last 2 mins of half. 3-3-2-d-2 & 3

39. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions Starts on the Snap. For each of the following, the game clock is stopped on an official’s signal. If the next play begins with a snap, the game clock will start on the snap: 3. Team B is awarded a first down and will next snap the ball (A.R. 3-3-2-V) Tx HS Exception: 3. Team B is awarded a first down, the clock will be stopped and will start on the snap regardless of which team next snaps the ball. 3-3-2-d-2 & 3

40. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions Starts on the Referee’s Signal. For each of the following, the game clock is stopped on an official’s signal. If the next play begins with a snap, the game clock will start on the referee’s signal: 1. Team A is awarded a first down, either through play or by penalty. Tx HS Exception: 1. Team A is awarded a first down, through play. 3-3-2-e-1,3,10 & 15

41. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions Starts on the Referee’s Signal. For each of the following, the game clock is stopped on an official’s signal. If the next play begins with a snap, the game clock will start on the referee’s signal: 3. Other than with fewer than 2 mins remaining in a half, a Team A ball carrier, fumble or backward pass is ruled out of bounds. Tx HS Exception: Delete. Does not apply. 3-3-2-e-1,3,10 & 15

42. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions Starts on the Referee’s Signal. For each of the following, the game clock is stopped on an official’s signal. If the next play begins with a snap, the game clock will start on the referee’s signal: 10. A head-coach’s conference or instant replay challenge is requested. Tx HS Exception: Instant replay does not apply. If your ruling is changed after the conference, clock is restarted based on clock status when conference was requested. 3-3-2-e-1,3,10 & 15

43. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions Starts on the Referee’s Signal. For each of the following, the game clock is stopped on an official’s signal. If the next play begins with a snap, the game clock will start on the referee’s signal: 15. The referee interrupts the 40/25-second count. Tx HS Exception: The referee interrupts the 25 second count. 3-3-2-e-1,3,10 & 15

44. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions Injury Timeouts. Paragraphs e and f refer to use of the 40 second clock as well as the 10 second subtraction. Tx HS Exception: We only use 25- second play clocks and NO 10 second subtractions. 3-3-5-e & f

45. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions b. For live televised games only, a charged team timeout shall be 30 seconds plus the 25-second play clock interval. Tx HS Exception: Delete - Does not apply 3-3-7-b

46. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions When the helmet coming off is the only reason for stopping the clock, the following conditions apply: 1. With 1 min or more remaining in either half the play clock will be set at 25 seconds if player is on offense and 40 seconds if player is on defense. The game clock will start on referee’s signal. 3-3-9-b-1 & 2

47. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions 1. With 1 min or more remaining in either half the play clock will be set at 25 seconds if player is on offense and 40 seconds if player is on defense. The game clock will start on referee’s signal. 3-3-9-b-1 & 2 Tx HS Exception: Play clock will always be set at 25 seconds

48. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions 2. If there is less than 1 minute in the half the opponent has the option of a 10- second subtraction. ….. 3-3-9-b-1 & 2 Tx HS Exception: Delete – there will be no 10-second subtractions

49. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions 10 –second Subtraction from Game Clock NCAA rules permit 10- seconds to be run off the game clock in certain situations inside the last minute of a half. Tx HS Exception: Delete - Does not apply 3-4-4

50. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions ARTICLE 1. For any free kick formation, the kicking team’s restraining line shall be the yard line through the most forward point from which the ball shall be kicked, and the receiving team’s restraining line shall be the yard line 10 yards beyond that point. Unless relocated by a penalty, the kicking team’s restraining line on a kickoff shall be its 35-yard line, and for a free kick after a safety, its 20-yard line. Tx HS Exception: Change “35 yard line” to “40 yard line” 6-1-1

51. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions Try Downs a. The ball shall be put in play by the team that scored a six-point TD. If a TD is scored during a down in which the 4 th period expires, the try shall not be attempted unless the point(s) would affect the outcome of the game. Tx HS Exception: Varsity games in districts with “positive points” tie breakers will do the following (applies in Extra Periods also): 8-3-2-a

52. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions 1.Coaches inform referee in pre- game that the district uses “positive points” tie breaker 2.Even if not given until later in the game, the following will apply: If TD scored on down when time expires, the scoring team can choose to play the try down. If defense refuses to play, award 2 points without a snap required. 1.Coaches inform referee in pre- game that the district uses “positive points” tie breaker 2.Even if not given until later in the game, the following will apply: If TD scored on down when time expires, the scoring team can choose to play the try down. If defense refuses to play, award 2 points without a snap required. 8-3-2-a

53. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions Targeting With Crown of Helmet & Targeting Head/Neck Area Penalty Statements: NCAA rules provide for disqualification and suspension from part of the next game in some situations. Also provide for Instant Replay review of the disqualification part of the penalty and an appeal for any suspension. 9-1-3 & 9-1-4

54. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions Targeting With Crown of Helmet & Targeting Head/Neck Area Tx HS Exception: No follow on suspension, no Instant Replay review. Districts and/or UIL District Committees will decide any follow on punishment. 9-1-3 & 9-1-4

55. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions Disqualified Players 2. No disqualified players shall be in view of the field of play. (Rule 9-2-6) Tx HS Exception: Does not apply in Tx HS games 9-2-1-b-2 & 9-2-6-b

56. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions d. No player may play with cleats more than 1/2-inch in length (Rules 1-4-5-e and f). PENALTY—Disqualification for the remainder of the game and the team’s next game [S27, S47]. Penalize as a dead-ball foul at the succeeding spot, and Team B fouls do not require a first down. Tx HS Exception: Disqualification for remainder of game only. Local school districts and District Committees may impose additional action. 9-2-2-d-penalty

57. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions b. A disqualified player must leave the playing enclosure within a reasonable amount of time after his disqualification. He must remain out of view of the field of play under team supervision for the duration of the game. Tx HS Exception: Delete – Does not apply 9-2-6-b

58. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions SECTION 5. Fighting Replace Section 5 with the following…. 9-5-1, 2, 3

59. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions ARTICLE 1 a. Before, during any intermission, or during the game, squad members in uniform and coaches shall not participate in a fight. (Rule 2-32-1). PENALTY - 15 yards from the basic spot or the succeeding spot and disqualification for the remainder of the game.

60. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions b. During either half, any person authorized to be in the team area shall not leave their team area to participate in a fight. EXCEPTION: Coaches designated by their head coach prior to the game may enter and leave their team area to act as peacemakers. It is recommended that at least one coach remain in their team area to assist in preventing persons from leaving their team area to participate in a fight.

61. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions PENALTY - 15 yards from the basic spot or the succeeding spot and disqualification for the remainder of the game. NOTE: Persons leaving the team area during a fight are to be penalized for fighting.

62. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions ARTICLE 2. Coaches who are disqualified for fighting may not be in the Playing Enclosure during the remainder of the game. (See 2-31-5 for the definition of the Playing Enclosure).

63. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions ARTICLE 3. It is strongly recommended that coaches who are designated as peacemakers contact only their players in their attempt to stop a fight.

64. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions9-6 Tx HS Exception: Delete - Does not apply in Tx HS games This section deals with conference reviews of disqualifications for flagrant personal fouls and for targeting fouls and for fouls not called during the game. Flagrant Personal Fouls

65. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions Jurisdiction of Officials ARTICLE 1. The officials’ jurisdiction begins 60 minutes before the scheduled kickoff and ends when the referee declares the score final [S14]. Tx HS Exception: The Officials jurisdiction begins 30 minutes before the scheduled kickoff and ends when the referee declares the score final. 11-1-1

66. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions11-2-1 Tx HS Exception: Number of required officials may be waived. 1. The game shall be played under the supervision of either four, five, six or seven officials.

67. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions Officiating Mechanics – Prescribes CCA manual be used for mechanics and responsibilities 11-2-2 Tx HS Exception: The officials mechanics approved by the TASO or UIL Football Board of Directors shall be used

68. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions12 Tx HS Exception: Delete – Not used in Tx HS football Instant Replay

69. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions TAPPS Mercy Rule (For 11 man games) If point difference gets to 40 of more: 1 st half – No changes 2d half – Clock runs continuously exc: a. Time outs (team and injury) b. End of quarter Once timing change starts, it does not revert back to normal even if point difference drops below 40 (For 11 man games) If point difference gets to 40 of more: 1 st half – No changes 2d half – Clock runs continuously exc: a. Time outs (team and injury) b. End of quarter Once timing change starts, it does not revert back to normal even if point difference drops below 40

70. © 2013 Texas Association of Sports Officials2013 Exceptions 2013 UIL/TAPPS/TCAL/S PC EXCEPTIONS TO NCAA FOOTBALL RULES