FED coach ejected (only coach)

[WhistlesAndStripes]

Originally Posted by Matt

Forfeiting is not an umpire's job. It's like calling a catcher's balk.

According to David's post #6, assuming he's quoting from the book, in that situation, it IS the umpire's job.

[ozzy6900]

This is something that may be different in other States so you need to check with the State Association.

In CT, there must be a approved, adult coach present or the game is over. No parents are allowed. So in CT, if you eject the only coach, from the field, the players may as well follow to the bus.

[David Emerling]

Originally Posted by ozzy6900

This is something that may be different in other States so you need to check with the State Association.

In CT, there must be a approved, adult coach present or the game is over. No parents are allowed. So in CT, if you eject the only coach, from the field, the players may as well follow to the bus.

I don't think we've ever received any guidance on this situation in our area. There does not seem to be any rulebook justification for a forfeit. So, I guess the way I'd handle it is to do like you do in Connecticut. I'd end the game and report the incident to the state organization and let them deal with it.

[thumpferee]

Originally Posted by ozzy6900

This is something that may be different in other States so you need to check with the State Association.

In CT, there must be a approved, adult coach present or the game is over. No parents are allowed. So in CT, if you eject the only coach, from the field, the players may as well follow to the bus.

Same here in PA. The state made it a POE to NEVER forfeit a game.