ARTICLE I - Name

The name of this Association shall be the Playstation Football League. (The PFL/THE LEAGUE)

To establish a forum by which its members may gather and enjoy friendly, but competitive, competition of electronic video football. The Constitution and By-laws of the PFL exist for the purpose of codifying and facilitating the stated purpose, and to provide the means for change and amendments as needed.

Membership in THE LEAGUE shall be open to individuals who meet the qualifications of membership as specified in the By-laws

Section 1 - Conferences

The Association shall be organized into two Conferences. The Conferences shall be named the AFC and the NFC. When possible, each conference shall have an equal number of teams. In the event THE LEAGUE expands to at least 16 teams each conference shall be divided into two (2) divisions. 24 or more teams shall constitute three (3) divisions in each conference. Alignment of each conference and division shall be specified in the By-laws

Section 2 - Constitutional Authority

The PFL and all of it's franchises shall be governed by the Constitution, By-laws and PFL Handbook of THE LEAGUE.

Section 1 - OFFICERS

The Officers of this organization shall be:

A. Commissioner

B. Deputy Commissioner

C. Executive Director

D. Secretary

E. Member At Large

Section 2 - EXECUTIVE COUNCIL

A. The officers of this organization shall constitute the Executive Council of The PFL.

B. The Executive Council as representatives of the membership, shall be responsible for the conduct of the business and finances of THE LEAGUE, except where such authority is specifically assigned by the Constitution, By-laws, or PFL Handbook.

Section 3 TERM OF OFFICE

The term office for all elected officials shall be one year. Terms shall commence on September 1.

SECTION 1 All Officers

A. Each officer shall be elected annually at the Summer owners meeting.

B. Nominations shall be made from the floor.

C. Votes shall be submitted by secret ballot.

D. All elected officials of THE LEAGUE shall be elected by a majority of the constituency of casting ballots in the election. If such majority does not exist, further elections shall be held between the two (2) candidates receiving the highest number of votes until a simple majority is reached.

E. Members on probation may not hold an office.

SECTION 1 BUSINESS OF THE LEAGUE

Business of The League shall be conducted at general business meetings, Executive Council meetings, and other sanctioned PFL events.

SECTION 2 GENERAL BUSINESS MEETINGS

The membership of The PFL shall have two (2) business meetings each year, one at preseason, and one during the off season.

SECTION 3 EXECUTIVE COUNCIL MEETINGS

Executive Council Meetings shall be held when deemed necessary by members of the Council. Minutes shall be taken and freely distributed to the membership.

SECTION 4 Quorum

A. Quorum for the conduct of business at the General meetings shall consist of the voting members assembled. This shall be no less than 3/4 of the total membership of THE LEAGUE and the Commissioner. The Commissioner reserves the right to appoint a designee of the Executive Council to preside in his absence.

B. At least 3 of the 5 Executive Council members must be present at any council meeting in order for that meeting to deemed official with either the Commissioner or Deputy Commissioner present and presiding. The Commissioner reserves the right to appoint a designee of the Executive Council to preside in his absence.

SECTION 5 VOTING MEMBERS

Voting members of THE LEAGUE are defined in the By-laws. Each voting member shall have only one vote and may participate and vote in person or by official PFL absentee balloting.

ARTICLE VIII - AMENDMENTS

SECTION 1 CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENTS

Constitutional amendments shall require readings and approval by majority vote in one Executive Council meeting, followed by a majority vote at one General meetings.

SECTION 2 AMENDMENTS TO THE BY-LAWS AND HANDBOOK

Provisions for the amendments to the By-laws and for the changes in the PFL Handbook are found in the By-laws

SECTION 3 COMMENCEMENT OF EFFECTIVENESS

All amendments to and changes to the Constitution, By-laws and PFL Handbook shall take effect immediately following approval.

SECTION I. Membership in the PFL shall be under two category:

A. Active

B. Expansion

C. Honorary

SECTION II. ACTIVE

A. To be eligible for League play each member shall :

1. Be 22 years of age or above.

2. Be actively engaged in PFL competition.

3. Have current PFL dues/franchise fees paid

4. Own a Sony Playstation2 and Madden CDRom.

B. Rights

1. May vote and hold office.

2. May participate in all PFL sponsored activities.

3. Receives all PFL communications and other pertinent information.

SECTION III. EXPANSION

A. To be eligible for League an expansion owner member shall :

1. Be 22 years of age or above.

2. Be actively engaged in Madden competition.

3. Have current PFL dues/franchise fees paid

4. Host one PFL event as part of the new member screening process.

5. Attend one PFL event as a part of the new member screening process.

6. Own a Sony Playstation2 and the latest version of Madden CDRom.

8. Complete the application process, participate in the membership orientation program and be voted and accepted by two-thirds majority vote of THE LEAGUE Winter Owners Meeting and once again at the subsequent Summer Owners Meeting.

B. Rights

1. May vote and hold office.

2. May participate in all PFL sponsored activities.

3. Receives all PFL communications and other pertinent information.

SECTION IV. HONORARY

A. To be considered an Honorary PFL Member one shall:

1. Have been an active member of the PFL for at least one full season

2. Be temporarily inactive due to just cause.

3. Declared Honorary by the Executive Council

a. submit letter to Executive Council stating nature of request for Honorary Status

b. status must be voted on and approved by two-thirds League majority.

c. state date to return to Active status.

B. RIGHTS

1. May not vote or hold office.

2. May visit PFL sanctioned events.

3. Is still considered a LEAGUE member.

4. Shall receive all League communications if so desired.

SECTION V. GENERAL STATEMENTS

A. Dues/Franchise Fees shall be submitted to the PFL Office. The membership is from the start of the regular season to the start of the following regular season.

B. Each member shall be morally responsible for adherence to THE LEAGUE CODE OF ETHICS/DECORUM which follows.

Members of THE LEAGUE are expected to:

1. Conduct their business and personal affairs on the highest ethical and professional level.

2. Treat all League members impartially.

3. Refrain from destructive criticism of other members.

4. Strive to maintain the highest possible competitive standards and practices.

5. Uphold the Constitution, By-laws, and Rules of the PFL.

ARTICLE II - ORGANIZATION

SECTION I. The PFL shall be apportioned in order to facilitate balance and parity within the organization. When deemed necessary, prior year records shall be the determining factor in the creation of the conferences.

A. The PFL is divided into two (2) conferences.

If realignment is desired and voted upon, the following plan shall be implemented: Each Super Bowl contender shall remain in the conference it represented. All other teams will be realigned according to playoff/regular season standings until a competitive balance is reached.

B. In the event that the league expands to 16 teams, each conference shall be divided into an equal number of divisions.

C. In order for a division to be formed, it must contain at least four teams.

D. In the event of a resignation by an owner, that owner relinquishes all rights and powers of the said team to the Executive Council. All games prior to the resignation shall be valid as recorded. For future games the Executive Council shall award each opponent a 2-0 forfeit. For statistical purposes, an average of the season to date stats shall be implemented for the said forfeited game.

E. Honorary members relinquish all rights and privileges to their franchise.

F. A PFL member in good standing may select any franchise that has not currently been awarded by THE LEAGUE. Owners may opt to change franchises at the end of a season.

1. If an owner wishes to change franchises, he must submit his name to the league office by the specified date. Owners will be allowed to select from franchises not previously awarded. A lottery will be held to determine the order in which owners may select their teams.

2. Franchises cannot be changed once the schedule has been compiled.

G. All Time, All Decade, All Madden, Classic Teams or any other teams not included in the NFL during the year of the games issue are not available for selection by any member.

SECTION II. EXPANSION

THE LEAGUE shall expand and incorporate new franchises into it's structure when approved by current franchise owners.

A. Perspective applicants to THE LEAGUE shall meet all requirements as specified in the By-laws, Constitution and Handbook.

B. Franchise approval requires a two-thirds majority vote at two General Business meeting plus a majority passage of the Executive Council.

C. Applicants may only select unclaimed franchises.

D. Current League members shall have priority when selecting unclaimed franchises.

E. All Time, All Decade, All Madden, Classic Teams or any other teams not included in the NFL during the year of the games issue are not available for selection by any member.

SECTION I. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Commissioner:

1. Chief executive officer of the PFL.

2. Member of the Executive Council

3. Ex-officio member of all committees.

4. Empowered to:

a. conduct business meetings of THE LEAGUE.

b. establish agendas and conduct meetings of the Executive Council.

c. Call special meetings of the PFL and/or the Executive Council

d. create and appoint special committees or task forces.

e. appoint committee chairpersons.

f. levy fines where empowered in the By-laws and Handbook.

B. Deputy Commissioner

1. Serves in the absence of the Commissioner

2. Member of the Executive Council

3. Sergeant-At-Arms for all general Business Meetings

C. Executive Director

1. Performs duties as established by the Executive Council as agreed.

2. Such duties may include but are not limited to:

a. maintains membership records

b. oversees scheduling of all PFL events

c. handles all PFL correspondence

d. records and distributes minutes of the Executive Council and General Business Meetings.

e. prepares league news.

f. serves as a member of Executive Council

g. collects dues/franchise fees for THE LEAGUE.

i. presents THE LEAGUE with all financial statements and documents.

j. serves as chief fiscal officer.

D. Secretary

1. Assist the Executive Director in his duties.

2. Such duties may include but are not limited to:

a. handling PFL correspondence

b. administration of PFL web site

c. maintenance of PFL statistical records

d. serves as member of Executive Council

E. Member At Large

1. Member of Executive Council.

2. In charge of maintenance of PFL Statistical records.

SECTION II. UNCOMPLETED TERMS

If any officer is unable to complete the term of office, an election will be held by league members to select a replacement to fill the uncompleted term. An individual who is elected to complete a term of office may be elected to a subsequent term.

SECTION I. FUNCTION

A. All committees serve in an advisory capacity to the Commissioner and the Executive Council. Committees shall implement policies as directed by the Council.

B. The Commissioner is empowered to appoint special committees and task forces to deal with specific areas of interest not covered by standing committees.

SECTION II. MEMBERSHIP

Where criteria are specified in the By-laws, committee chairpersons select the membership of committees from members of THE LEAGUE based on a conference representation.

SECTION III. TERM OF SERVICE

A. Membership on all standing committees shall be for a term of one year. The chairperson shall appoint members to fill unexpired terms.

SECTION IV. CHAIRPERSONS

Chairpersons of standing committees shall be appointed by the Commissioner for a one year term commensurate with his term of office. The Commissioner shall appoint chairpersons to fill unexpired terms.

SECTION V. REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS

Reports of committee proceedings shall be sent to the Executive Director for dissemination to the Executive Council no fewer that seven (7) days prior to the General Business meetings.

SECTION VI. ORGANIZATION AND DUTIES OF STANDING COMMITTEES

A. COMPETITION COMMITTEE

Organization:

The committee shall be chaired by the Deputy Commissioner (appointed by the commissioner) and be composed of a representative from each conference. When the PFL is divided by divisions, one representative from each division shall be included.

Duties:

1. review and make recommendations concerning all league rules and procedures.

2. review competitive nature of PFL games.

3. act as agent of the Executive Council in reviewing all concerns brought to the Council concerning PFL events and to make recommendations to the appropriate agency.

B. ETHICS/DECORUM COMMITTEE

Organization:

Chairperson (Executive Director) and two (2) members, each equally representing the AFC and the NFC.

Duties:

1. to receive and investigate concerns of unethical actions, using adopted procedures.

2. to report concerns of conduct unbecoming a member of THE LEAGUE

3. to report to the Executive Council the findings of the Committee and to recommend appropriate disposition.

SECTION I. Notification of business meetings shall be made at least seven (7) days prior to convening of that meeting via written communication stating the date, time and place of the meeting.

SECTION II. All Executive Council and General Business Meetings shall observe the following agenda:

A. Call To Order

B. Reading of the Minutes

C. Report of the Treasurer

D. Reading of Communications

E. Reports of Standing Committees

F. Reports of Special Committees

G. Unfinished Business

H. New Business

I. Election of Officers

J. Good And Welfare of the Association

K. Adjournment

SECTION III. The meetings of THE LEAGUE shall be governed by Roberts "Rules of Order" in all cases where said rules do not conflict with the Constitution, By-laws and Handbook of the PFL.

SECTION I. THE LEAGUE sponsors the following activities and events:

PFL League Competition

PFL Meetings

PFL Socials

The Madden National Championship

ARTICLE VII - AWARDS

SECTION I. AWARDS AVAILABLE

Awards will be in the form of a trophy or certificates provided by the PFL.

1. The PFL World Championship Trophy - Awarded to the team that wins the Super Bowl.

2. Conference Championship Trophy - Awarded to teams that win the Conference Championship Game.

2. The John Madden Award - Presented to the outstanding Coach of the Year as determined by vote of the membership.

ARTICLE VIII - AMENDMENTS

SECTION I. AMENDMENTS to the By-laws of THE LEAGUE shall require readings and approval by majority vote in one (1) Executive Council meeting, followed by a reading and approval by majority vote at a General Business Meeting.

SECTION II. - CHANGES IN THE HANDBOOK

A. Changes in the Handbook shall require approval by a majority vote of the Executive Council , followed by a reading and a majority vote at a General Business meeting.

B. Changes in the Handbook that are introduced by a motion from the floor at a General Business meeting shall require a two-thirds vote of the assembly for passage.

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ARTICLE III - COMPETITION

I. A. ORGANIZATION

1. ALIGNMENT

Participation in PFL Online league is set by alignment of two conferences, AFC and NFC, which based on number, may be divided into divisions. Those divisions will be aligned according to the standards set forth by The NFL. If all 32 teams of the NFL are not represented in the online league, the league membership has to right to adopt an alignment plan that allows for the make up of customized league divisions that may differ from standard NFL alignment.

2. PARITY

In an effort to keep competition balanced, each league may vote on realignment on a yearly basis. Such realignment must follow the rules thus set in the By-Laws ARTICLE II.

I. B. SCHEDULING

1. Scheduling for THE LEAGUE will be done by the either the PFL Executive Secretary, or, the scheduling committee chair (if one has been appointed), or the Commissioners designee. Each team shall be scheduled at least two division games. When possible, schedules will reflect the current NFL season schedule.

2. All Games shall be played according to the PFL scheduled dates and times as established by the PFL Commissioner or his designee, and/or the scheduling committee. However, games not played according to the official PFL schedule must be rescheduled and completed before kick-off of the next scheduled league day. If the opponent does not play the said game before the stated deadline, the game shall be forfeited with the player responsible for rescheduling receiving a 2-0 loss. The player that is late or absent is responsible for making the necessary arrangements to reschedule the game. If both coaches cannot mutually establish a time for the game to be rescheduled, it shall result in a computer simulation of the game, with the results being deemed final. In addition THE PFL recommends that all games be played according to the schedule, HOWEVER, if two teams mutually agree to play ahead of schedule or make up missed games, THE PFL shall not be held liable for any misunderstandings or miscommunications that result. Any games not played at the scheduled time may only be considered official with the consent of either the Commissioner, Deputy Commissioner or the scheduling chairperson (if appointed). Therefore any disputes made to The PFL Board concerning this scenario shall be heard and ruled upon by the Board with that decision being final. Games may not be played no more than one scheduled event ahead of time. (i.e. if THE LEAGUE is in week 3, games scheduled for week 5 may not be played until week 4 games have been played the following week.

3. Each player is responsible for submitting it's statistics at the PFL Online stats website no later than exactly 48 hrs. after conclusion of competition. Players that fail to submit their stats will not be included in any statistical league categories. Players that do not enter stats online are also subject to fines and penalties at the discretion of the Commissioner, not to exceed $25.00 per offense.

4. All scheduled games must be played. Voluntary or involuntary forfeits are prohibited. Owners will be fined $25.00 for games that are not played. Owners will not be allowed to continue with their schedule until all fines have been paid.

II. - A. LEAGUE PLAY

1. HARDWARE

Competition shall occur using Sony PS 2 System.

2. SOFTWARE

Official League Sanctioned Seasons can only be played on the most recent version and latest updates of John Madden Football by EA Sports. A Season must be started and completed under the same version. If a new version of Madden Football becomes available to consumers during a season in which the current version becomes the older, the said season shall be completed under the version in which it was initiated. However, a season may be played with several updates to the most current version.

3. GAME LENGTH

PFL regular season and exhibition games shall be scheduled at six minute quarters. Playoff and Championship games shall be scheduled at ten (8) eight quarters. Included in each game shall be a five minute halftime. Only if BOTH teams agree to forego the use of a halftime period, shall the game continue without interruption.

4. GAME SETTINGS

Game Settings shall be defined as - any feature that may be adjusted to manipulate the overall performance of the game itself. These settings may be identified as, but are not limited to: Skill Level, Camera Angles, Player Sizes, Game Speed, Weather Conditions, Momentum, Injuries, Fatigue, Penalties, Artificial Intelligence, AI Slider Adjustments, and any other features not listed herein that may be manipulated as deemed so by the Board. Games not played according to the prescribed settings shall be considered null and void if revealed during a PFL game at any point before the start of the third quarter regardless of the score. After the kick-off of the second half, all games must be played in its entirety and those results shall be made final, regardless of the appropriateness or inappropriateness of any game setting. This includes but it not limited to weather conditions, camera angles, skill levels or any other setting as properly defined.

Skill Level -- All PFL games shall be set to and played on the ALL Madden Setting.

Fair Play -- All PFL games shall be played under the "Fair Play" Rules setting.

5. TEAM ROSTERS

Teams shall play with rosters included on the system when the game was shipped. Manipulated or enhanced or modified rosters are prohibited for use in the PFL. Approved Updated Rosters will be accepted. The latest roster updates are automatically uploaded to participants profile cards when logging online for competition.

6. USER PROFILES/MEMORY CARDS

Teams may use user profiles in order to expedite the setting of audibles and substitutions.

7. GENERAL DECORUM

a. Audibles and game substitutions are permissible at the start of the game, and at halftime without penalty. Audibles and Substitutions set at any other time will require the said team using a timeout. A coach has a maximum time of 60 seconds to set audibles/substitutions once the time out has been called. This not include the time allotted on the play clock.

b. As a courtesy coaches should log on to the EA server at least 15 minutes prior to kickoff.

c. Players may file a grievance with the Commissioners Office at any time should concerns of decorum or of an ethical nature arise.

8. GAME STOPPAGE

Any player stopping the game at any point during the game whether advert or inadvertent must call a time out. Once a timeout has been called, a player has a maximum of sixty (60) seconds to spend that timeout in whatever manner so desired. In the event that the player committing the infraction does not have any time outs remaining, the following must occur:

1. If the player committing the infraction is on defense he must take a mandatory encroachment penalty until the offense receives an automatic first down.

2. If the player committing the infraction is on offense he must take two mandatory delay of games. (a 10 yard loss) If the stoppage causes the offense to relinquish the ball to the opponent (i.e. fourth down situation or turnover), and the offending player is now on offense, that player must take four stop clock plays to relinquish the ball back to the opponent.

3. If this infraction is at the end of a game whereby the consequences cannot be enforced, the game shall be referred to the Board. The Board shall issue a resolution as to how the game shall end, or if it is to be replayed and that decision shall be FINAL.

4. Two Minute Warnings -- The two minute warning may be used as an additional timeout to be used as the player wishes. Thus, the two minute warning may be used as any other timeout (i.e., to substitute, change audibles, or as a period to rethink strategies, revue play books...etc.)

NOTE -- Game stoppage is permissible without the use of a time out in the event of a system/network error that requires communicating with the opponent via chat. Restroom breaks will require the use of a timeout. If no timeouts remain and you must attend to personal needs, or matters in your home, you are expected to allow the game to continue without interruption, even if that means the cpu assumes defensive coaching responsibilities.

9. GAME MALFUNCTIONS

In the event of a game system/network malfunction (disconnect) that is determined to be unavoidable, a winner shall be declared by the following guidelines:

a. there is a 28 point or more lead at any point in the game beyond the start of the fourth quarter.

b. If there is at least a 21 point lead at in point inside the two minute warning.

c. There is a 35 point lead before halftime.

d. If neither of the above scenarios apply, the game must be reset, the players must return to the PFL Online chat room and resume the game from its interrupted point, recreating the game scenario as best possible before the interruption. (i.e., the malfunction occurs with 4 minutes remaining in the fourth quarter , the game is reset with four minutes and whomever has the ball at the disconnect receives it in once the game has been restarted.

e. If there is a discrepancy in a game report, the Board will step in and settle the issue with the decision rendered being final.

Players with multiple disconnects during a season shall be referred to the Ethics and Decorum committee for suspicions of tampering and a full investigation shall occur. Players found guilty of tampering with the network connection will be banned from The PFL for life.

f. Latency - In the event that lag or latency interrupts the normal flow of competition, the game should be stopped before any significant plays or scores. Once again has been interrupted because of connection malfunctions, it should be the objective of both participants to attempt to recreate the situation as best possible. If connection issues arise, do not continue to play...stop the game immediately and address them, keeping in mind all major plays/scores will stand prior to any game stoppage.

10. VIDEO TAPING/SCOUTING

Optional video taping of League games is permissible. In fact, league coaches are encouraged to tape games in the event evidence may be needed to support claims of an ethical nature regarding game play and rules violations. The PFL board may request game footage to assist in making a judgment on a violation of league policy.

11. PLAYOFFS

a. Each team shall complete the 16 regular season schedule as prescribed by the PFL. At the completion of the regular season, the top six teams in each conference will be eligible for playoff play (Two division winners and the four remaining best records. The first round shall be designated as the Wild Card Playoff Round. The Division champions shall have a bye in this round. The second round shall be the Division round whereby the highest seed must play the lowest seed, regardless of division or ranking.

b. In the event that less than 16 franchises are available for play, the playoff system shall be redesigned by the Executive Board and brought to the membership for approval.

12. League Play and Reporting Game Stats

a. Each League game must be played online and against your scheduled opponent.

b. Each player is responsible for contacting his or her opponent after the scheduled has been posted. Your opponent's email address will be provided through an email once the schedule has been posted. Your email address will only be given to your opponent for any given round. Your email address will not be used in any other form or fashion.

c. The winning player is responsible for reporting the outcome of the scheduled game and game stats such as Score, Passing, Rushing and Turnovers. (via PFL website stats page) after it has been played. Each player has the responsibility of inputting INDIVIDUAL stats for ALL games.

If players from a scheduled game fail to post their game outcome, a computer simulation of the game shall occur with the results of that game being recorded as final. If there is a discrepancy in a game report, the Executive Board will issue a resolution, with that judgment deemed as final.

SPECIAL ADDENDUMS:

Software Glitches and Other Programming Errors
When it has been determined by the PFL Competition Committee, programming errors in the game software (glitches) may be identified as such and regulations may be rendered to prevent such errors from eroding the integrity of the competition in PFL play. Such errors have been identified as listed below with the appropriate guidelines included:

Special teams programming errors - It has been recognized by the PFL competition committee that extra points, field goals and punts can be blocked with ease due to errors in the game programming. Therefore the PFL Competition Committee has established the following guidelines for special teams play:

• The defensive team is prohibited from moving any players to aid in the rush of any player/s in the attempt to block a FG, Punt or extra point. This includes but is not limited to line shifts or manual movements of any players from their original position at the start of the play. If a player is moved prior to the kick outside of his original position he must be moved back to his original position either manually or by resetting the defense using the square/L2 button function. If the player is moved out of his position prior to the kick he may not be used to rush the kick. If the kick is blocked by this player manually you are in violation of the rules and it may result in disqualification.
  
• Onside Kicks - The use of onside kicks are prohibited at any point in the game, unless the opponent is ahead at that given point in the game. The use of the "Pooch" Kick is prohibited at any point in the game.
  
• Exploitation of the QB Draw - It is in the opinion on the competition committee that the QB draw can be exploited from various formations, resulting in unrealistic reactions from defensive personnel. Thus the competition committee recommends that this play be limited to certain down and distance scenarios.

  A. The use of the QB Draw shall only be allowed on 4th down and 1 or less to go from anywhere on the field.
  B. The QB Draw may be executed inside the opponents 5 yard line, regardless of down or distance.
  C. The execution of QB under any other circumstances shall be prohibited.
  Punitive Phase
  A. If a violation of this rule causes the ball to be advanced beyond the line of scrimmage, there shall be a loss of down (spike) followed by a reversal of the yards gained. The reverse yards will be assessed in five yard increments (delay of game) until the ball is spotted within 5 yards of the original LOS.
  B. If a violation of this rule causes the ball to be advanced beyond the line of scrimmage, and the end of the play results in the offense scoring, the points will be taken off the board, and a touchback will be ruled. Thus the player guilty of the infraction must kick off the ball to the opponent.

• Defensive linemen at the line of scrimmage must remain in a 3 point stance until the offense snaps the ball. A defensive lineman may only come out of a 3 point stance if he is a MINIMUM of 5 yards off the line of scrimmage and under the complete control of the defensive player until the ball is snapped.
  
  Punitive Phase - When violations to this rule occur, the offense will have the option of accepting a 15 yard penalty from the line of scrimmage (5 offsides), or declining the penalty and taking the end result of the
  play.

• The WR Misdirection play is prohibited from being used from any playbook or formation.
  
  Punitive Phase
  A. If a violation of this rule causes the ball to be advanced beyond the line of scrimmage, there shall be a loss of down (spike) followed by a reversal of the yards gained. The reverse yards will be assessed in five yard increments (delay of game) until the ball is spotted within 5 yards of the original LOS.
  B. If a violation of this rule causes the ball to be advanced beyond the line of scrimmage, and the end of the play results in the offense scoring, the points will be taken off the board, and a touchback will be ruled. Thus the player guilty of the infraction must kick off the ball to the opponent.

• Once a player audibles to a special team formation, he must execute a play from that formation. Audibling to a special teams formation and back to a non special teams formation is prohibited.

• HB Option Pass - When executing the HB Pass play, the offensive player is allow to pass and is prohibited from exercising the run option.

• Flipping/Reversing Plays - If an a player on offense flips/reverses the direction of a play from an unbalance formation, the offensive player must be allowed to completely move to the opposite side of the formation before the ball can be snapped. I.E., if operating from the I-Big formation, if the play is flipped the WR must be allowed to move completely to the other side (past the LT or TE or whomever is widest on the line of scrimmage) of the formation, before the ball cannot be snapped. Players suspected of using this illegal tactic will be issued a warning, with a subsequent violation being grounds for disqualification from the tournament, and banishment from all other MWS events for life. In the event that the use of the tactic directly or indirectly effects the balance of a game, the incident will be referred to the Nationals Tournament Operations Committee for review and resolution, with the ruling of the committee being final.