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I suppose there will be some new emphasis on the halftime ready to play and mandatory warm-up. How do you now and how will you react if as the 15/17 minute halftime expires:
1. Team A is clearly seen running to the field.
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No foul, since there is no RULEBOOK definition of "Team", 2 players "could" meet the definition.
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2. Team A is huddled just outside the fence of the field area.
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No foul, if I can see the "Team", I do not have a foul.
In this situation, I would likely have one of the crew "shoo" them onto the field. It would also likely warrant a reminder conversation with the head coach. But again, no foul as it is not within the "Spirit of the rule"
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3. Team A's herd of players are halfway on the field.
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No foul, since there is no RULEBOOK definition of "Team", 2 players "could" meet the definition.
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4. Team A is waiting for the visiting band to clear the fence opening.
Just wondering.
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This situation you are questioning is specifically addressed under Rule 3-6-4. If a foulis warranted, it would be
Delay of Game, and is charged to the
Home Teams Game Managment.
3-6-4...Game managment is responsible for clearing the field of play and the end zones at the beginning of each half so play may begin at the scheduled time. PENALTY - Delay of Game