Scrimmages will begin at 8am starting with
the 5th grade division. 6th grade division will begin at approximately
11am with Varsity at 6:30pm. We will avoid playing any scrimmages during
the hottest part of the day.
Each Jamboree will be played under DPL rules with the following exceptions:
Game Rules
All scrimmages will be 25 minutes in
length with constant running clock.
2 scrimmages will be played at
opposite ends of the field incorporating a field, which extends from
each end line to the 50 yd line. The end zones will be used as end
zones as will the 40-50 yd. Lines on each side of mid-field.
Teams will flip a coin to determine
offense and defense for first possession. This coin flip should take
place during your stretching prior to the game if possible. You will
only be afforded 5 minutes to get started after the conclusion of
the preceding scrimmage. Teams should complete their warm-ups and be
ready to play immediately after the preceding scrimmage concludes.
All teams will start each offensive
possession at the 10 yd. Line and move toward mid-field regardless
of which end you are playing. Teams will play standard football
rules by trying to achieve first downs in four plays until they
score or turn the ball over.
This format should allow for each
team to receive several offensive series given the shortened fields.
Please keep the pace when switching sides upon a change of
possession.
All turnovers by fumble or
interception will be down immediately….no advancement.
No special teams.
No score will be kept on the board,
only time. The timing of the scrimmage will be strictly enforced to
maintain the schedule, so be early and keep moving.
Coaches may stand on the sidelines
or ON the 50 yd. Line to help insure safety with teams at both ends.
The participating teams will provide
the chain crews. Please have these people designated in advance and
ready to go.
The DPL will provide the officials.
Teams will supply their own footballs on offense.
