InWine Hockey Tournament Rules
The Inwine Hockey Tournament will be governed by the World Skate Inline Hockey Rules and the following tournament structure. In the event of a discrepancy the below tournament rules will supersede the World Skate Inline hockey Rules. The IWH Tournament will be a double round robin event with a single elimination playoff.
1. Tournament Structure
1.1 The IWH Tournament shall consist of two teams or more, each managed by their designated Team Manager.
1.2 Each team shall participate in a double round robin format, including a playoff finals:
– Double round robin standings determine playoff seeding.
– Playoffs shall consist of the top 4 teams playing semi-finals and a final championship.
1.3 The Tournament shall be overseen and coordinated by the IWH Tournament Organizers.
1.4 A game will be 2 x 15 minutes in duration with the game time continuously running with the ecception of a 2 minute break between the first and second half.
– in the round robin stage of the tournament points will be awarded as follows: Win = 2 points, Draw = 1 point, Loss = 0 points
2. Team Composition
2.1 Each team must maintain a minimum roster of 4 players and may not exceed a maximum of 7 players, including the goalie.
3. Team Management
3.1 Each team shall be operated by its Team Manager, responsible for:
a. Recruiting and managing players.
b. Ensuring team compliance with tournament rules.
c. Coordinating with the Tournament Organizer on all player-related matters.
4. Player Drafting and Approval
4.1 Team Managers may draft new players at any point during the Tournament, subject to the following conditions:
a. Players must be formally proposed by the Team Manager to the Tournament Organizer.
b. The drafted player must receive approval from the Tournament Organizer before being officially added to a team roster.
4.2 Drafted players must:
– Have a valid InWine Sports Center waiver on file.
– Be fully paid-up members of the InWine Sports Center.
– Meet all other eligibility requirements as set out by the Tournament and facility.
5. Player Trading
5.1 Player trading between teams is permitted.
5.2 Trades must be:
– Mutually agreed upon by the involved Team Manager and Tournament Organizer
– Transparent and communicated to the Tournament Organizer.
5.3 The Tournament Organizer may veto any trade deemed to harm tournament integrity, balance, or sportsmanship.
6. Player Borrowing
6.1 Temporary player borrowing is permitted under the following conditions:
a. Approval must be obtained from the IWH Tournament Organizer.
b. Borrowed players may only participate in one game at a time, unless special approval is granted.
c. Repeated borrowing of the same player must be limited and justified to avoid disruption of team balance.
7. Player Eligibility
7.1 No player may participate in tournament games or practices without a signed InWine Sports Center waiver on file.
7.2 Players must adhere to all facility rules and tournament policies.
7.3 The Tournament Organizer reserves the right to suspend or expel players who violate the Code of Conduct.
8. Sportsmanship and Conduct
8.1 All players and Team Managers are expected to:
– Uphold the spirit of fair play.
– Show respect to referees, opponents, teammates, and spectators.
8.2 Unsportsmanlike conduct, including aggression, discrimination, or rule violations, may lead to disciplinary action, including suspension or permanent removal.
9. Amendments and Disputes
9.1 A maximum of 4 players including the goalie may be on the rink at any time.
9.2 Game officials will consist of 1 Referee, 1 time keeper. A third official can be in the timekeeper’s box to assist the referee managing the game.
9.3 All penalties requiring a player to be removed off the rink to serve a time penalty will be substituted with a penalty shot in conjunction to the remaining penalty requirements.
9.4 Any proposed changes to these rules require the majority agreement of the IWH Tournament Organizer and Team Managers.
9.5 In the event of a dispute, the Tournament Organizer will convene and issue a final ruling in the best interest of the tournament and its integrity.
By participating in the InWine Hockey Tournament, all players and Team Managers agree to comply with these rules, facility regulations, and the InWine waiver agreement.