1 RC Managers Manual

Having said that, frozen or icy pitches will not become playable in a short space of time…
they will need a substantial increase in the temperature to unfreeze – if the weather
forecast doesn’t support this happening, postpone the game
If snow can be removed from the pitch and/or lines in time, consider this as an option.
That said; still ensure that the remaining snow (if any) doesn’t prevent the ball from
rolling true etc (as above) & that the ball can be seen!
A different coloured ball (yellow/orange) should be used in this circumstance as a white
ball will not be visible (if available).
Consideration should also be given to exposing players to weather, should you choose to
go ahead with the match, shortening warm up time maybe appropriate or cancelling end
of match penalty shoot outs maybe an another option.
Cancelling / Delaying Kick Off
If there is no call for concern, there is generally no need to confirm the match conditions
however where it is questionable if the Match may go ahead, early communication to all
interested parties is essential to ensure that as minimal inconvenience is caused and
alternative arrangements can be made.
Should a game be cancelled or delayed, the following should be informed in the order
shown asap:
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Opposition Manager (if not already consulted)
Referee & Officials (if not already consulted)
Teams own Parents / Players
Club Secretary
TYJFL
Where a game is cancelled or delayed a representative from the team should be on the
pitch at the original start time incase any official / parent / player has not received
notification.
Match Disciplinary Action
Referees may issue Yellow & Red cards at all ages. Appropriate disciplinary action maybe taken by
Shrops FA for sending off offences and will be communicated to RCJFC Secretary who will notify
the team and players parents directly.
No player under 18 are allowed to be fined, however when fines are issued by Shrops FA for
actions by a player, these fines are levied against the team and deducted from team funds by the
Club Treasurer.
All match disciplinary is to be reported to the Club Secretary within 5 days of the incident.
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