2024 League Rules & By-Laws
The Coastal Football Alliance Bylaws(from here on declared as CFA) are for guidance and structure. The bylaws will be
governed by non-affiliated CFA staff and members. Our staff will make the best and fairest decisions possible for the
integrity of football.
ARTICLE 1: Declaration
The CFA is a non-profit organization that was formed as a vehicle to provide great football and family entertainment. We
organize and coordinate adult amateur football on a regional level.
ARTICLE 2: Positions
Section A: Makeup
The CFA shall consist of all associated board members, teams in good standing, players and coaches in good standing.
Section B: Members
Members are teams that meet CFA financial responsibility and deadlines as well as league meeting requirements. Each
member must attend all conference calls or Zoom calls as put out by the CFA Board. Each first year CFA team will be on
a probationary status for the season and will be reviewed at the end of the season in order to be in consideration for the
next season.
Section C: Board Members
The IRS generally requires a minimum of three board members for every nonprofit but does not dictate board term length.
What is important to remember is that board service terms aren't intended to be perpetual and are typically one to five
years. Board members are listed on legal documentation.
Subsection 1: Commissioner
Commissioner is responsible for game day execution. They follow-up to ensure teams are compliant with rules and
ready for gameplay. They also enforce any infractions that are reported from the previous game day.
Subsection 2: Deputy Commissioner
Responsible for updating the league on current fees paid, the standings, any social media and assembling
statistics turned in. Constructs the league schedule when all teams are paid in full and locked into their
membership statuses. Assumes the duties of the Commissioner in their absence or resignation as well as any
assistance needed by Commissioners Establish communication with team’s head officials to ensure knowledge of
current league rules and allow for contact for any issues that may arise in official CFA games.
Subsection 3: Treasurer
Responsible for managing CFA finances and providing financial reports. Establish at least one CFA bank account
and maintain the account(s) in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. Establish alternatives to
traditional brick and mortar establishment for league payments (e.g. PayPal or CashApp or the like). Shall collect
all dues and fees from CFA members and deposit in account. Make payments as established by the CFA annual
budget.
Subsection 4: League Consultant
Is a board member in name only and assists with disciplinary proceedings and planning in a mentoring role only
and does not get any official vote.
Subsection 5: CFAPA President
The president of the CFA Players Association is permitted and encouraged to attend all meetings. They will have
input and ability to question bylaws and votes in each league meeting. They do not have official voting capacity.
They will take what is voted upon by team owners and disseminate that information to each team's representative
to bring back to their respective players.
Section D: Head Officials
Each team is required to establish their own officiating crew. It is the responsibility of each team to make sure their head
official knows to verify their crew is all certified officials of their respective state association or higher and must show
credentials if requested by team owners. Responsible for ensuring all CFA games are officiated with integrity and are
consistent with all league rules and guidelines. They also must report any and all infractions to the deputy commissioner
by Sunday 7pm EST. Failure to do so may result in financial penalty to the home team and up to expulsion from officiating
anymore CFA games.
ARTICLE 3: Admission into CFA
Prospective member teams can either be recruited by the league or apply for admission on their own accord. Active
member teams can also recruit teams, but the committee must approve them.
Section A: Committee
The admissions committee shall consist of the Commissioner, Deputy Commissioner, and CFA Consultant. It is the duty of
the committee to do their due diligence in checking the background of the team owner and basic team requirements as
listed below. The admissions committee is also responsible for researching potential new teams for the CFA, confirming
eligibility of teams, assisting candidates with their presentations.
Subsection 1:Established Team Requirements
An established team is defined as a team who has played one or more full seasons of play in another league. The
team must have been in good standing and fulfilled all previous league scheduled games with no forfeits to be
admitted. The character of each team owner and their coaches will be reviewed before admission into the CFA.
Subsection 2: Newly Formed Team Requirements
Newly formed teams must be able to show their ability to finish a complete football season. They must be able to
fill a roster of a minimum of 30 players and provide the players with home and away jerseys. They must be able to
pay league fees, referees and rent a football field that meets all CFA standards. They must also be able to get
certified footballs and all other items needed to field a team.
Section B: New Accepted Members
Upon admission to the CFA, the teams will pay their nonrefundable $200 initial payment and any other monetary amount
requested by the league. All new teams will be on a probationary status for the season and will be reviewed at the end of
the season in order to be in consideration for the following season.
ARTICLE 4: Monetary Obligations
Section A: CFA League Fees
The yearly league fee is $750. First and second payment installments must be received in order for a team’s schedule to
be released. Payment deadlines are issued by the CFA board at the first meeting of the current season. If payment
obligations are not met then that team will be removed from the league or will automatically forfeit participation in playoff &
post season events. To the commissioner's discretion. The CFA league fee is NON refundable, unless the season is
completely canceled due to unforeseen circumstances (COVID-19 only).
Section B: Payment Methods
Cash, cashier’s check, money order, Venmo, PayPal, Zelle or Cashapp are all accepted methods of payment for satisfying
league dues and fines. If a personal check or team check is used, payment must be made in a timely manner that allows
the check to clear the bank before a team account is considered satisfied. All checks should be made to the CFA.
Returning league members are ONLY allowed to make check payments.
Section C: CFA Funds
All money paid to the CFA shall be placed into a financial institution that is federally insured (FDIC). Unused funds from
the current year shall be used to go to the championship purse. Disbursements are allocated based on a budget created
by the members of the CFA. The Treasurer is authorized to sign for disbursements.
ARTICLE 5: Schedules
Section A: Preseason Schedule
CFA teams may play any team they wish to play from any other league prior to or after the official CFA season. However,
any CFA team that schedules an out of league game during the CFA regular season will do so knowing that it will not
count or be recognized as a game played in league. Therefore it will not reflect on the win loss record.
Section B: Regular Season Schedule
All games will be scheduled to be played on Saturday unless it is agreed upon by both parties with a Commissioner
witness. If a team is in need of a different day game, they are required to submit in writing via e-mail or messenger to the
Commissioner the Monday prior to the waiting game. You must document the reason for the request. The opposing team
MUST accept the terms. It is the responsibility of the Commissioner, Deputy Commissioner, and CFA Consultant to
assemble the schedule.
Subsection 1: Kickoff time
Games must be scheduled between 3 pm and 8 pm. If the opposing team is traveling 4 hours or more, games
must be scheduled no earlier than 6 pm. If a team cannot schedule on time, the away team has the option to host.
Both teams can agree to play earlier, if both parties agree. Both owners must contact Commissioners if
agreed. NOTE: Travel distance is determined from team’s home field to home field via Google Maps.
Section C: Postponements
The CFA recognizes that most, if not all, league members do now own their game fields and are at mercy to the respective
owner’s guidelines. Postponements will happen, but each team involved must have a conversation with a league
Commissioner or Deputy Commissioner involved to ensure there is no confusion on what was said and agreed upon.
Subsection 1: Weather Postponements
Weather is something that is completely out of control of league members and requires a game to be pushed
back. The CFA requests that teams do everything in their power to host the game on the original weekend as
scheduled by first attempting to complete the game on Sunday of the scheduled weekend. If unable to complete
then the game will be scheduled during the appropriate league makeup week. It is the home teams responsibility
to schedule the game with their respective agency.
Exception 1: Postponements are only allowed for games ended BEFORE kickoff of the third
quarter. Once the second half has kicked off the game is official.
Subsection 2: Makeup Weeks
Makeup weeks are established prior to the season with the first one being approximately mid season and the other
immediately following the completion of the regular season. If you have a postponement, your game MUST be
played on the NEXT AVAILABLE make up week. For example: if you have a weather delay week 2, you cannot
select to play at the end of season makeup week when the first makeup week is available to both. This ensures
you don't select the final make up week and have a later rain delay that pushes the season back.
Subsection 3: Excessive Weather Postponements
If there are still more games to be played after all league bye weeks then the CFA will first determine the game’s
effect on the playoff picture. If there is no effect then the game will be set as a no contest with no team receiving a
win or a loss. If it does affect the playoff picture then the league will determine if we must push back the season or
request the teams attempt a double header to complete the season.
Section D: Playoff Schedule
The top 10 6 overall teams in the CFA Standing at the end of the regular season will continue to play in playoffs. The
teams will be ranked by their overall record and following tie breaking procedures below.
Subsection 1: Playoff Format
The CFA playoffs will have 4 3 total rounds of playoffs for Spring 2023Fall 2024,
1st, 2nd, 3rd bye
5th at 4th winner plays 1
2 host 3
1st round:
1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th and 2nd seeds gets first round bye
8th 3rd seed hosts and plays 6th 9 t h seed
47th seed hosts and plays 5th 10 th seed
2nd round: (QuarterfinalsSemi Finals)
1st seed host the lowest remaining seed
2nd seed hosts the next lowest remaining seed
3rd seed hosts and plays 6th seed
4th seed hosts and plays 5th seed
3rd round: (Semi Finals)
Highest remaining seed host the lowest remaining seed
Next highest remaining seed host the next lowest remaining seed
3rd4th Round: CFA Championship
Team with the best record is considered the home team at a neutral field.
Subsection 2: Tiebreaker procedure for 2 teams
1. Head-to-head record
1. Best net points in all games
1. Best points for in all games
1. Coin Toss
Subsection 3: Tiebreaker procedure for 3 or more teams (if any team is eliminated at any step, then the
tiebreaker restarts with the remaining teams at step 1)
1. Head-to-head record in games amongst the teams tied
1. Best won-lost-tied percentage in common games
1. Best net points in all games
2. Best points for in all games
1. Coin Toss
Section E: Forfeits
There are two types of forfeits for the CFA. Each forfeit will be determined as a non-playing forfeit or a game day violation
forfeit. Each team must pay their forfeiture restitution before they are allowed to participate in an official CFA event.
Subsection 1: Non-playing Forfeit
For whatever reason a team willingly forfeits, the forfeiting team will receive a $200 league fine. If the forfeit
happens within 5 days of a contest, then the opposing team receives $600 from the forfeiting team to use to cover
expenses if needed also. Forfeiting team is not eligible to play again until they pay the restitution to the opposing
team. If the team does not deposit after 2 additional playing weeks, then they will be removed from the league
schedule. Any voluntary forfeit will result in automatic disqualification to advance to playoffs and postseason
activities to be reviewed on a case by case basis. If the removal happens after week 7 then the players will still be
eligible for the All-Star game. Any team that does not complete regular season is automatically disqualified from
any All-Star selections.
Subsection 2: Game Day Violation Forfeits
Teams found in violation of roster, field, or conduct rules will be given a forfeit, and will receive a $250 league fine.
This type of forfeit does not result in losing of team forfeiture deposit.
Subsection 3: Forfeit Scoring
The winning team will be scored on their points for average (rounded to nearest whole number) points for at the
time of the forfeit. The losing team will receive 0 points. Forfeit scores will be counted for in standings. Forfeit
scoring will take place by week 5 or when the involved teams have played at least 45 games, for a more accurate
result of score to date.
ARTICLE 6: Rosters
The CFA will permit each team to carry an unlimited number of players. For player safety purposes, all teams must dress
at least 1515 players on game day, to avoid a possible forfeit. Forfeits will be decided upon to the commissioner(s)
discretion.
Section A: Player Registration
All CFA players are required to register themselves with their respective teams through the official CFA website. Once a
player has paid and registered, he is then bound to that team's roster. EXCEPTION: Team owners may pay for their
players, but each player MUST register themselves online. Player registration is Non refundable under no circumstances.
Subsection 1: Preseason roster transfer
After registering for a team and dress for a CFA team, player decides he wants to transfer to another CFA team,
he is required to pay a transfer fee to the losing team of $50. This fee is non refundable. If the player registers for
another team BEFORE getting his release processed, the second registration will be forfeit to the league and he
must register again to be eligible.
Subsection 2: Roster transfer after season start
Once the season has started and a player has dressed, player cannot play for any other CFA team without a
written release. Players may change teams up until the roster lock date, but must be in good standing with their
losing team and attain a written release stating so. To be reassigned to another roster, the player must pay a $200
transfer fee to the team owner that he is leaving. The player is limited to 1 change per CFA season. If the owner
accepts the $200 transfer fee, then the player is cleared to be released. All transfers must be approved by the
Commissioner.
If a player has never dressed for a team, he A player is considered on a team and played , once said player had
worn the jersey of the team on the sideline. This also includes preseason games.
Section B: Initial Roster
By Wednesday prior to the season, all rosters must reflect the player’s legal first and last name, jersey number, quality
roster picture and position. Any team not complying will be fined $150. Rosters may be changed each week up until roster
lock date, but must be updated every Wednesday of game week before 9pm.
Initial Roster Verification is Wednesday, Sept 46th.
Subsection 1: Roster pictures
Roster pictures must be uploaded of each player prior to them participating. Pictures must be clear, nothing on
their head or glasses on their face. They must be in a team jersey or shirt and must be from the shoulder area up.
For reference please check on NFL.com for how they do it. Numbers are not required or desired as they may
change.
Section C: Roster Violations
Roster violations include, but are not limited to, illegal players and coaches playing without registering. Any roster
violation can result in a forfeit loss/win and a $200 fine. If the forfeit is during the playoffs then the losing team will take the
forfeiting team's position in the playoffs. If done during the championship game, then the losing team will be given the
championship.
Subsection 1: Illegal Players
A player not on the roster cannot be suited up in protective gear to play. Even if he does not touch the field during
the game, being dressed to go is a violation of roster rules.
Subsection 2: Non-registered Coaches and Staff
Players and assistants can be in team jerseys if they so choose, but cannot have game pants on. If they decide
that they want to play, then they must register before the roster lock before week 5.
Subsection 3: Incorrect Jersey Numbers
The CFA is making a concerted effort to live stream more and more games each season so it is imperative that
each team update their jersey numbers each week. The CFA understands that sometimes uniforms are destroyed
or forgotten, but it is the team owners sole responsibility to update the league page and broadcasters of any jersey
number changes. Failure to do so is considered a roster violation and can result in a fine.
Subsection 4: Roster ID Checks
If a team requests an ID check, notification to the opposing team and to commissioner, must be made no later than
Wednesday by 7pm of the game week. Players must have a valid driver’s license, military or state/govt issued ID
in order to play in the CFA. The roster on the CFA website will suffice during roster checks.
Section D: One League Roster Rule
A player cannot play in two leagues (teams) at a time. Players can only play in 1 league per season, if a player blatantly
breaks this rule he will be removed from the season immediately. If a player wants to return to play another season, he
must pay the league a $250 fine in order to register again. Once a player is registered to play in the CFA and wants to be
released to play in another league, then that player CANNOT return during that calendar season. If a player starts in one
league, but is released and comes to the CFA before the roster lock date, then they are eligible. If that player returns to
the original league before the end of the season then it is considered a violation of this rule. All fines and suspensions roll
over into the next season, whether it's spring or fall. Once the schedule starts, you are in season. EXCEPTION: Arena
football is allowed and not bound by this rule.
Section E: Roster lock
The rosters for the 2024 fall season will lock after week 4, but prior to week 5. All players names and roster pictures must be updated by midnight on this date. Jerseynumbers may be updated with commissioner assistance and is encouraged as we understand that may change. The roster lock date for this season October 2nd at 9pm
ARTICLE 6: Game Day Guidelines
Section A: Team Uniformity
Each team must have complete matching home and away game uniforms. This means one set of home jerseys and one
set of away jerseys. They do not have to be the traditional selection of one team color jersey and one white jersey, but one
must be one dark and one light. Home team chooses what color they're wearing that game week.
Subsection 1: Uniform requirements
All teams must have your game uniforms before the start of the season. Jerseys and pants amongst the team
must match completely. All helmets and facemasks must be painted the same color and color shade. Helmets that
do not match may not be worn at any time during the season, doing so will result in a fine. If a team has helmet
decals, they must be placed on all helmets. Failure to comply will result in a $50 fine for EACH violation at the
Commissioner and Deputy Commissioner’s discretion.
If you cannot satisfy this requirement then you must petition the Commissioner in writing as to why and a
determination will be made of eligibility.
Subsection 2: Game Uniform Notification
Uniform details must be reported by the home team by Tuesday 6pm. All home team owners are required to wear
what is declared at that time and away teams must wear the contrasting jersey. Failure to do so will result in a
$150 fine., 1 game suspension and possible forfeiture of the game.
Section B: Playing Fields
Playing fields must meet the requirements set forth by the CFA Commissioner. All fields must be game day ready and in
accordance with CFA regulations. Failure to meet this requirement may result in the team being immediately disqualified
from the CFA or a $100 fine depending on the violation.
Subsection 1: Minimum Requirements
Fields must have goal posts, must be marked with nothing less than out of bounds line, every 10 yards and goal
lines. Playing field must be free of hazards and in a safe playable condition. If the field is not up to par, it is the
visiting team’s option to accept or force a forfeit (NOTE: Once game is accepted and kicked off, there is no turning
back on the decision to play.) Safety concerns need to be brought to the home team's owner and a commissioner
as soon as they arise.
Subsection 2: Additional Field Requirements
If a game is canceled due to no lights, a forfeit win will be rewarded to the visiting team. if the game is within 21
points or less. If both owners agree to play before 3pm because of a no light concern, they must both be in
agreement and it must be approved by the commissioner. If a press box is available then the Home team is
required to provide room in the press box for videotaping; the visiting team receives priority space for filming. Each
home team is responsible for providing a competent chain crew. It is suggested that all chains must be on the
opposite side of the field away from the press box for accurate filming. Videotaping will be required by both teams
every week. It is not mandatory to share film.
Subsection 3: Home Team Responsibilities
Each home team will not be responsible for providing water and ice to the visiting team. If there is not an
immediately accessible port for water, then the home team must provide water in either a large water cooler or
sealed gallonsinform the away team. The home team must provide a minimum of 4 gallons of water and a 10lb
bag of ice prior to kickoff and an additional 4 gallons of water and a 10lb bag of ice at halftime as needed. Both
home & away teams are responsible to record their games, it is not required to share film, unless deemed
necessary or is requested by the commissioner to provide proof of incidents and cheating.
Subsection 4: Away Team Responsibilities
Away teams are suggested to be at the game field no later than 1 hour prior to kickoff to ensure the game starts on
time. If there is a delay of any kind needed or requested, contact the home team as soon as that situation arises.
If it will require a delay in kickoff, contact the commissioner after contacting the home team owner. All team
owners are responsible for cleaning up their sideline after the game. A $250 fine will be applied. Failure to comply;
will result in disciplinary actions by the commissioner of the CFA. It is the responsibility of the host team to present
visual documentation by Sunday at 7pm EST.
Subsection 5: Personnel on Sideline
Only staff members, ball boys, cheerleaders, and film crews are allowed on either sidelines during game play,
everyone on your sidelines must reflect on your roster. If a CFA staff member sees anything other than the allowed
parties, then a fine of $50 will be imposed per violation. No children on the sidelines
Section C: Game Notification
Home teams must have full game details in place by Tuesday by 6pm EST of that week. If the home team doesn’t have
the details then the visiting team has an opportunity to host the game if they choose. If the visiting team declines then the
home team must have full game details by Wednesday at 6pm EST or a forfeit and $150 fine will be imposed. Games will
not be postponed due to inability to find a field.
Section D: Officials
Each CFA game will be officiated by 5 officials that are approved and certified by their home state high school officiating
association or higher. Referees are requested to be at the field 30 mins prior to kickoff, but no later than 30 mins after
scheduled and advertised kickoff.
Subsection 1: Below 5 Officials
Each game must start with 5 officials, but can end with 4 due to injury or sickness. If the game drops below 4
officials after half time then the game is officially recorded. EXCEPTION: Teams can agree to play with 4 refs if
agreed. Agreement must be reported to either the Deputy Commissioner or Commissioner prior to kickoff. After 2
games of not having the required amount of referees, the team will receive a $250 fine, and the league will be
responsible for hiring referees for the remainder of the season. Team will still be responsible for referee payments.
Subsection 2: Officials Payment
Home team is responsible for payment of all officials, it is not split between teams. This includes preseason,
regular season and playoff games. The CFA will provide the referee crew and payment for the Championship
Game.
Section E: Conduct
LEVELS OF PUNISHMENT
The CFA will not tolerate violence or threats of violence of any kind. Any violence or threats of violence be it verbal,
physical or through social media platforms will result in immediate dismissal and permanent ban from the CFA. There are
absolutely no appeals on bans regarding violence. Any player, coach or team owner that display’s himself in a manner
deemed inappropriate or unacceptable will be dismissed from the CFA pending a thorough investigation.
Subsection 1: Fighting & Serious Misconduct
Any representative of a team fighting shall be ejected from the game, shall be removed from the property and
punished as follows:
Tiers Examples Consequences
Tier 1 Not limited to: Simple Ejections, Fines ($50 - $100)
Tier 2 Not limited to: Fighting, Misconduct with
Referees, threats of violence on social media,
throwing a punch, etc Fines + Suspension ($150 – $200)
Tier 3 Not limited to: Multiple fighting offenses,
Brandishing Weapon, Using a helmet as a
weapon, Fighting with Referees, Defamation
or league on social media, etc. Ban
Players, coaches, and owners are not eligible to play or continue operation if fines are not paid, fines rollover to
the next season. Failure to pay fines as an owner, will disqualify your team from advancing to playoffs. Owners are
responsible for all fines given.
Subsection 2: Guns/weapons
Brandishing or use of any gun or weapon will result in an immediate dismissal of the league. Guns are prohibited
on any CFA field or event. This rule applies to everyone on any Coastal Football Alliance roster. Teams are
responsible for their fans, if anyone brandishes or uses a weapon; that team is responsible for any decision given
by the Commissioner.
Subsection 3: Reporting of Ejections
Any player that is ejected from a game, the owner of that team must notify the Commissioner of the CFA as soon
as the game is over via telephone with full names of those involved and description of the incident. If a player is
ejected due to fighting, player must be removed from the facility by security. No immediate decision will be
rendered until all parties involved have been spoken with. All parties involved must be available by no later than
noon Monday EST of the following week to provide as much information as possible, failure to contact the
Commissioner by this time will result in the maximum punishment allowed. Final decision is at the commissioner's
discretion.
Subsection 4: Other Ejections
Any player that is ejected for excessive use of profanity or gratuitous use of racial slurs will be suspended for no
less than one game. If a player is ejected during the playoffs he will not be eligible for the remainder of the
playoffs nor all-star game and must sit for a period of two weeks (not including preseason) the following year. If a
player is ejected for any violent acts, will be fined and suspended or banned. . If a player is ejected for any violent
acts such as fighting or threats of violence, he must leave the facility and escorted off of the property. If he is
ejected for any other reason player must remove team uniform/equipment and go sit in stands.
Subsection 5: Contact With Official
Any player or coach that throws any equipment, makes contact or threatens an official will be banned from the
CFA indefinitely and will be subject to criminal charges.
Subsection 6: Bench Clearing Fight
If a team involved in an on the field altercation clears their bench, then that team is suspended from the CFA
pending investigation. Films must be turned in immediately for board review. Final decision will be made by
Commissioner. All bench clearing fights will be subjected to a MINIMUM of a fine of $1000 to the teams.
Subsection 7: Appeal Process
A player may appeal his suspension in writing to the CFA commissioners through his team owner. It will then be
reviewed by the commissioners appeals team and the findings brought to the owners of the league for any further
input before a final ruling is made. Unsportsmanlike conduct on the part of any team, team official, staff member,
or player whether it be on the field or off, shall be dealt with by the Commissioner, and Deputy Commissioner. Not
all violations are appealable. All appeals are reviewed for eligibility.
Section F: Security
Home teams are responsible for providing security for games. The CFA recommends having at least 1 licensed
security guard present at each home game. If a team is unable to provide security, they must contact the
Commissioner or Deputy Commissioner for an alternate resolution as soon as the issue arises. Failure to provide
security can will result in a $350 fine. Final decisions are to the Commissioner's discretion. All bags must be
checked prior to players entering the stadium for event.
ARTICLE 7: Gameplay
Section A: Rule Guidelines
The CFA will operate under NFL game rules with NFL College overtime rulesformat during regular season, playoffs, and
championship game.
Section B: Game Ball Guidelines
Each team is required to play with a NFL Duke 100% leather football. No barcodes. Failure to do so, will result in a $150
league fine.
Section C: All-Star Team Selection
The CFA All-Stars will be selected each season by a vote of the CFAPAeach team.
ARTICLE 8: Dissolution
Should the CFA vote by two-thirds vote to dissolve and cease operations, all CFA funds will be distributed to the Owners in
the following manner:
Owners of established teams will receive equal portions of the CFA’s assets provided a team is not on
probationary status. Any debts owed to the CFA will be deducted from a team’s portion of the CFA’s assets.
ARTICLE 9: Prohibited Acts & liability agreement
As long as this organization exists, and plays in the CFA no one can:
1. Perform any act with the intention to hurt the Coastal Football Alliance
2. Commit any violation of the bylaws
3. Use the league's name (Coastal Football Alliance, CFA) or any trademark or trade name adopted by the
organization, except on behalf of the organization in the course of its business without expressed
permission from the commissioner.
4. No one can sue Coastal Football Alliance or Owner/Commissioner Delzeta Boyd for any injury, illness (ex.
Communicable diseases such as MRSA, influenza, and Covid-19) including death acquired while playing,
coaching or attending any CFA games or practices. You will play, coach and spectate at your own risk.
5. Disclose any of the organization’s business practices, trade secrets, or any other information generally
known to the business community to any person not authorized to receive it.
6. Perform any act that would make it impossible or unnecessarily difficult to carry on the leagues intended or
ordinary business.
7. Commit any harmful act directly or indirectly to any Commissioner or Deputy Commissioner of the Coastal
Football Alliance.
8. Teams must ensure that everyone who is a part of their organization sign a waiver or forfeit any attempt to
hold the CFA liable for any injury including death.
ALL VIOLATIONS IN THE PROHIBITED ACTS ARE SUBJECT TO IMMEDIATE REMOVAL, SUSPENSION, OR BAN
FROM THE LEAGUE. ONCE A TEAM HAS ENTERS INTO A VERBAL OR WRITTEN AGREEMENT TO JOIN THE CFA
THEY ARE THAN BOUND LEGALLY TO THESE BYLAWS & PROHIBITED ACTS.
