2020 Major Novice HL/REP Tournament
January 24-25th 2020
1. This tournament is open to OMHA and Alliance registered BB Rep/AE League teams.
2. All play is to exhibit the best in good sportsmanship and good conduct.
3. Each team shall list a carded coach and trainer on each game sheet.
4. All Divisions Length of Games:
10-10-10 Round Robin and Finals 10-10-15
5 minutes overtime awarded in a tie. Tie stands after 5 minutes in round robin
5. Points and Ranking:
Points will be awarded as follows: - 3 points for a win in regulation, 2 points for a win in overtime and 1 point for a loss in the overtime period. A tie after overtime, each team will receive one point. Teams will be ranked by point total at the end of the Round Robin. In the event of teams tied for points the following tie breakers will be used:
1) Goal Average (total goals divided by for and against)
2) Head to Head in the event of a tie
3) Goals scored against
Overtime in Round Robin Games: if tied at the end of regulation play, teams will play a 5 minute, 3 on 3, sudden victory period. If victory is not achieved, the tie stands and each team will be awarded 1 point.
Overtime in Championship Game: if tied at the end of regulation play, teams will play a five minute, 3 on 3, sudden victory period. If the score is still tied at the end of the overtime period each team will select 5 players for a shootout. If the score is still tied at the end of the first five shooters a sudden victory shootout will commence with the remaining eligible players until a goal is scored.
Penalties carry forward into overtime period:
In the event of a penalty during overtime the opposing team will add a man to the ice for a 4 on 3. The 4th player will remain on the ice at the end of the penalty for a 4 on 4 until the first stoppage of play at which time a 3 on 3 will resume. Players that are serving a penalty at the end of the overtime period are not eligible to participate in the shootout.
Mercy Rule: In Round Robin Play, a five goal lead at any time will invoke the Mercy Rule. The clock will be run without stopping once a five goal lead has been reached. Stop time will resume again when the goal differential returns to three. Penalties incurred while the Mercy Rule is in effect will be served as 3 minutes running time. Mercy rule is not applicable in Semi-finals or Medal Games.
5. Advancement to Final Medal Games For all Divisions will be top two teams from each division will compete in the Final Championship game.
6. There will be a 3 minute warm up before each game.
7. No time outs in Round Robin Play. In Medal Games, teams are allowed one 30 second time-out per game in regulation time. No time-outs allowed during overtime.
8. All teams are guaranteed a four game minimum throughout the tournament.
9. ANY MAJOR PENALTY occurring in any period will result in the player being ejected from the current game and a suspension for the next game. Any player who receives a fighting misconduct or a Match Penalty will be suspended for the remainder of the tournament. Any suspensions incurred during the tournament will be served during the tournament. Any carry over will be served during the team’s regular season games.
10. Decisions of the convener or designate are final.
11. All referee calls are final. Please – no teams on the ice without a Referee present.
12. Designated HOME teams shall be responsible for changing sweaters in the event of a sweater similarity.
13. All teams must be ready 15 minutes before game time.
Any concerns, questions or issues may ONLY be brought forward to the Tournament committee by the Head Coach or team manager. Please address these concerns to Christa Rosser, Christine Boersma-Hurd & Hollie White
MAY OLD FRIENDS BE REUNITED AND NEW FRIENDS MADE!!!!!!!