The safety of the players, coaches, management and spectators are of primary concern during any weather event that occurs during a match. The Referee has final say over delaying a game due to weather. Waiting to stop play and clearing the area may result in a serious injury or loss of life. Act responsibly when dealing with such events during all games and contact Colleen when/if you have any questions.
Lightning Policy - For all matches when there is any visible lightning should result in an immediate suspension of the match with all players, coaches, spectators, and referees seeking shelter immediately. The match may not resume until 30 minutes has elapsed since the last lightning strike - and most likely the games will be cancelled.
Hot Weather/Heat Index Policy - Teams and Referees should reference the heat index as reported by OSHA.
Up to 89 degrees: normal play.
90-99 degrees: two-minute water breaks (running time); each half shortened by five minutes.
100-105 degrees: two-minute water breaks (running time); each half shortened by 10 minutes.
106 degrees and above: play suspended
Cold Weather Policy
“Feels like” temperatures of 40 degrees and higher: normal play.
“Feels like” temperatures of between 33 degrees and 39 degrees: each half shortened by 5 minutes.
“Feel like” temperatures of 32 degrees or below: play suspended.
Please contact Colleen when/if you have any questions.