Number of games in each league:
6 to 8 – A new league starts on the Saturday after the current league ends.
Fixtures & Times:
Every Saturday afternoon unless notified different. Arrival is 12pm, 12:30pm for warm-ups and team gatherings. *1pm is first game kick-off, 1:45pm is second game kick-off & 2:30pm is third game kick-off. Specific fixtures and times for each team are shown on the website and captains are advised to distribute in the team Whatsapp Groups. NCR will endeavour to publish fixtures by wednesday preceding Saturday's KO.
*Special event days first KO could change
Cost:
£395 per team for an 8-week league. For example, if team has 12 players, this is £33.33pp. From time to time an Early Bird option is available.
Mixed Format:
7 aside. When games are being played, teams ideally should have 4 males and 3 males playing.
Team Size:
Maximum number of players per team is 15(trial basis).
Standard of the league:
Beginner – Intermediate. The league welcomes all players and has a mixture of abilities from beginners to advanced. Players need to be respectful to their opposition especially if they are new. We also encourage everyone to help others when needed.
Ringer Format:
A ringer is a player who is not a member of a team but is willing to help in the event of player absence. On game day, a team is allowed to have 2 male ringers and 2 female ringers must also have 4 original (paying) players always on the field, to avoid forfeit.
Game times:
*1pm, 1:45pm & 2:30pm
Length of each game:
40 minutes total. They are 20 minutes aside with a few minutes break and chat at half time. This gives players a chance to communicate with teammates and referee.
Membership & Player Assignment:
Welcome new players at any time.
Ref:
All games will have an expert referee.
Kit:
Sports kit. Moulded studs are recommended for footwear, NO metal studs allowed. Tag shorts must be worn with velcro side patches. If players do not have Tag Shorts, they can hire a pair for a limited time. To continue in the league, they will need to purchase Tag Shorts. No pockets or jewellery is allowed on the pitch. Team colours are not essential but encouraged.
Apres-Tag™:
Join us for Apres Tag™ after each game! As a social sport, we encourage players to gather at local Blackheath venues for food and drinks. The organisers will announce the specific venue each week.
Parking:
We recommend not to drive as parking is limited and tricky. But if you must then you can park and pay at selected slots around All Saints, Blackheath.
Logistics:
54 Bus from Woolwich/SE Rail from London Bridge.
Winning Cup & Awards:
At the end of the 8-week league, the winning league is presented with the Golden Cup and their team name will be engraved on. Most Improved Player and Player of The Season will be awarded. Celebrations take part in the venue of the Apres-Tag™.
Pitch:
Grass Pitch
Seasons that league is played:
All seasons
Score Format:
2 points for a game win, 1 point for a draw & 0 points for a loss.
Team Communication:
We primarily use WhatsApp groups for team communication. Email will be used for important announcements or more formal broadcasts (outside of the league ringer thread). NCR is always recruiting new teams to join our leagues.
Our League Organisers monitor all team communications (unless a team has specifically opted out of the official thread) to ensure every team has an opponent each game day.
Registration:
Please ensure your team's registration is up-to-date for safety and compliance. Penalties may be applied for late payments or late submission of team lineups.
Player conduct:
Aggressive behaviour is not allowed. This is a Non-Contact Sport and players must be aware of this. No back chat or foul language can be used especially to the referee.
Changing Rooms and Showers:
This league does not have any changing room or shower facilities. Players are encouraged to bring extra clothing for the Apres Tag. Also, it is advisable to bring coverings, umbrellas and coats in case of adverse weather conditions.
Insurance:
NCR Sports has Public Liability Insurance in place.
Ground Permission:
NCR Sports has permission from the landlord to play the games on the allocated times. All documentation is in hand with the landlord.
Future:
The organisers are making all efforts to keep the league affordable, with a zero tolerance policy. Thankfully it has become par for the course for accessibility, inclusiveness and we strive to create a harmonious environment.
NCR Sports hosts other events such as The London Blackheath Blitz, Summers Tag Party and Tagmas™ with a lot of concentration building more leagues in London and the SE, of similar nature.
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