EVENT DETAILS

DIVISIONS, POOL & GENDER RATIO

Divisions & Pool Format

• Mixed Division: 16 teams → 4 pools of 4 teams each.

• Team shall play according to ABBA or BBAA ratio call

GAME DURATION

• Pool Matches (Group Stage): 40 minutes.

• Crossover / Pre-Quarters / Knockout / Placement: 50 minutes.

• Finals: 60 minutes.

Score Cap

• Pool Matches: 13 goals.

• Crossover / Knockout: 13 goals.

• Final: 15 goals.

Half-Time Target

• Pool Matches: 7 goals.

• Crossover / Knockout: 7 goals.

• Final: 8 goals.

Half-Time Cap & Procedure

• Group Stage / Pool Play (20 Minutes)

  • If by the half-time cap time the half time target has not been reached, play continues until the current point is completed.

• Knockout / Final (25 or 30 minutes cap)

  • If by the half-time cap time the half time target has not been reached, play continues until the current point is completed.

• Mirror Half

  • At half-time, teams shall switch playing ends.

Half Time Break

• Pool / Knockout Matches: No break.

• Final: 3 minutes (game clock does not stop)

Time Out

• Each team is entitled to two (2) time-outs per game.

• Each time-out shall last 75 seconds.

Time Cap

Pool Matches (Group Stage)

• A time cap shall occur at the scheduled end of game time (40 minutes), if neither team has reached the score cap.

• The current point shall be completed.

• At the conclusion of that point, the game shall end, regardless of whether the score cap has been reached.

• No +1 adjustment shall apply in Pool Matches.

• If the game is tied at the conclusion of the point, an additional point shall be played (“universe point”) until a winner is determined.

Crossover / Knockout / Finals

• A time cap shall occur at the scheduled end of game time (30 / 40 minutes), if neither team has reached the score cap.

• The current point shall be completed.

• No +1 adjustment shall apply in Pool Matches.

• If the game is tied at the conclusion of the point, an additional point shall be played (“universe point”) until a winner is determined.

Tie Breakers

• Number of games won, counting only games between the tied teams.

• Fewest games forfeited.

• Goal difference, counting only games between the tied teams.

• Goal difference, counting games against all common opponents.

• Goals scored per game, counting only games between the tied teams.

• Goals scored per game, counting games against all common opponents.

• If still tied:

  • Each team nominates one player to throw one disc from behind the goal line to the far brick mark.

  • Throwing order shall be determined by a disc toss or other random method.

  • Teams are ranked by distance from disc resting place to brick mark (closest to furthest).

Roster Submission

• All teams must complete and submit their roster by 5th January via Ultiscore.

• Team roster must include a minimum of 12 players and a maximum of 15players.

• Team roster must include a mimimum of 5 women

• At least 50% of the team, including captains and spirit captains, must possess WFDF Advanced Certification (2025–2028).

Scorekeeper's Policy

Appointment

• Each game will have an official scorekeeper assigned by the Tournament Organizer.

Responsibilities

• Scorekeepers are responsible for:

  • Recording and updating the score.

  • Tracking game statistics (as directed by the organizers).

Limitations

• Scorekeepers will not provide rulings, interpretations, or advice on the rules of the game.

Team Responsibility

• Teams are fully responsible for adhering to the tournament rules and regulations.

• Teams must inform the scorekeeper immediately if discrepancies in score or stats are observed.

Timing Policy

Running Clock

• All games are played with a running central clock according to the scheduled game duration.

Stoppages

• The game clock shall only stop in the following situations:

  • Spirit Time-Out – initiated by team captains in accordance with WFDF Spirit Guidelines.

  • Weather Suspension – e.g., lightning, unsafe playing conditions, or other safety concerns as determined by the Tournament Director or Game Officials.

Resumption

• Upon resumption of play, the Tournament Director will confirm:

  • Remaining game time, or

  • Any adjustments (e.g., shortened games, modified caps) necessary to maintain the overall schedule.)

• Lightning Detection & Game Suspension

  • If lightning is detected within 10 km (6 miles) of the venue, all games will be immediately suspended. We will use 30-30 rule: If the interval between seeing lightning and hearing thunder is 30 seconds or less, play must be stopped.

  • An official announcement by the Tournament Director (TD) or Game Officials shall signal the suspension of play.

  • Players, officials, and spectators must seek shelter immediately in safe areas:

    • Indoor facilities or enclosed buildings

    • Fully enclosed vehicles with windows rolled up.

    • Avoid open fields, metal structures, trees, and tents without grounding.

• Waiting Period & Resumption of Play

  • Play will remain suspended for a minimum of 30 minutes after the last observed lightning strike within 10 km.

  • Each new lightning strike resets the 30-minute waiting period.

  • The Tournament Director and Game Officials will monitor conditions and decide whether to resume play, delay further, or cancel games.

• Game Adjustments After Lightning Delay

  • If a delay significantly affects the tournament schedule, the following adjustments may be made:

    • Shortened game durations (e.g., reducing game time or implementing point caps).

    • Modified tournament format (e.g., adjusting bracket progression).

    • Rescheduling of key games, if feasible.

    • Cancellation of games where resumption is not possible.

• Determining Game Results for Canceled Matches

  • If a game is canceled due to lightning, the result will be determined as follows:

    • If 50% or more of the game has been played, the score at the time of stoppage will be considered final.

    • If less than 50% of the game has been played, the game may be declared a no contest (not counted in standings).

  • If a winner must be determined (e.g., elimination rounds), the outcome will be decided by a coin toss conducted by the Tournament Director.

• Communication & Updates

  • Teams will receive updates through official tournament communication channels, including:

    • On-site announcements from the Tournament Director.

    • Official tournament website or social media platforms.

  • Teams are responsible for staying informed and prepared to resume play once conditions allow.