2014 FOOTBALL BULLETIN
CHSAA Contact: Harry Waterman, (303) 344-5050 email: [email protected]
Rules Interpreter: George Demetriou, (719) 540-0420 email: [email protected]
CHSAA Football Information: www.chsaa.org
CHSAA FOOTBALL COMMITTEE MEMBERS
3A – Michael Krueger; Chairman, (2016, 1st Term)
A-6
A-6
A-8
A-8
1A
1A
2A
2A
3A
3A
4A
4A
5A
5A
David Gottman, Stratton (2015)
Scott Sorenson, Peetz (2016)
Gabe Dasko, Hoehne (2015)
Jenny Smock, Caliche (2017)
Jeremy Burmeister, Highland (2016)
John Cure, Wray (2017)
Joe Archuleta, Olathe (2016)
John McGee, Manitou Springs (2015)
Dave Craddock, Pueblo Central (2015)
Ben Peterson, Holy Family (2016)
Kris Roberts, Cheyenne Mountain (2016)
Nick Desimone, Wheat Ridge (2017)
Eric Gustafson, Horizon (2017)
Robbie Owens, Grand Junction (2017)
DATE OF MEETING: Tuesday, December 9, 2014 – 9:00 a.m. CHSAA Office
If you have suggestions or proposed changes that you want the committee to consider, please submit to
Michael Krueger, Palisade High School the Football Committee Chair, or Harry Waterman, ahead of time. This is
an open meeting. Anyone may attend.
HOW TO GET RECOMMENDED FOR 2014-2015 FOOTBALL COMMITTEE:
Contact your league president or Legislative Council representative in January. They can nominate you
through the normal committee process.
Review: CHSAA By-Laws do not allow for
Administrators to review or hear appeals
related to official’s rulings, judgment calls,
or misapplications of rules.
No Video Review Will Be Conducted
Please Note: By playing rule and By-Law,
all results are considered final at the
conclusion of the contest unless otherwise
noted in NFHS playing rules for that sport.
CONTENTS
COACHES QUIZ ............................................................................................................................................................... 1
COACH’S CHECK LIST .................................................................................................................................................... 2
MAJOR CHANGES SHOWN IN THIS BULLETIN FOR THE 2014 FOOTBALL SEASON ............................................... 3
FOOTBALL CALENDAR DATES FOR 2014..................................................................................................................... 4
2014 FOOTBALL ADMINISTRATIVE NOTES .................................................................................................................. 5
COIN TOSS ON FIELD ..................................................................................................................................................... 5
OVERTIME TIE-BREAKER PROCEDURE ....................................................................................................................... 5
CHAIN CREW/BALL PERSONS ....................................................................................................................................... 5
40/45-POINT-MERCY RULE (ALL CLASSES) ................................................................................................................. 6
FILMING/VIDEO TAPING ................................................................................................................................................. 6
“GET BACK GUY” ............................................................................................................................................................ 7
MOST COMMONLY ASKED RULES QUESTIONS.......................................................................................................... 8
CHSAA ELIGIBILITY RULES .......................................................................................................................................... 10
EQUIPMENT DATES ...................................................................................................................................................... 11
SIDELINE ZONE FOR SAFETY ..................................................................................................................................... 13
NATIONAL FEDERATION FOOTBALL JERSEY REQUIREMENTS .............................................................................. 14
GAME BALLS ................................................................................................................................................................. 14
CASTS ............................................................................................................................................................................ 14
MAJOR NATIONAL FEDERATION FOOTBALL RULES REVISIONS............................................................................ 14
COLORADO RULES BY STATE ASSOCIATION ADOPTION ....................................................................................... 16
TEAM BENCHES, SIDELINES ....................................................................................................................................... 17
PROTESTS..................................................................................................................................................................... 17
RULES ............................................................................................................................................................................ 17
EQUAL FACILITIES ........................................................................................................................................................ 17
FIELD PHONE POLICY .................................................................................................................................................. 17
BALL ............................................................................................................................................................................... 18
TIMER, CHECK TIMER .................................................................................................................................................. 18
ANNOUNCER ................................................................................................................................................................. 18
OVERTIME TIE-BREAKER PROCEDURES .................................................................................................................. 18
INCLEMENT WEATHER ................................................................................................................................................ 18
MEDICAL SERVICES ..................................................................................................................................................... 19
PRESS BOX ACCOMMODATIONS ............................................................................................................................... 19
PLAYOFF INFORMATION
PLAYOFF DATES: .......................................................................................................................................................... 21
A-6 .................................................................................................................................................................................. 22
A-8 .................................................................................................................................................................................. 24
1A.................................................................................................................................................................................... 26
2A.................................................................................................................................................................................... 30
3A.................................................................................................................................................................................... 34
4A.................................................................................................................................................................................... 38
5A.................................................................................................................................................................................... 42
PLAYOFF DATES, TIMES, SITES.................................................................................................................................. 48
CONFERENCE DESIGNATION OF REPRESENTATIVES ............................................................................................ 49
METHOD OF BREAKING TIES FOR CONFERENCES ................................................................................................. 49
DETERMINATION OF HOME TEAMS ............................................................................................................... ……….47
HOME SITE FORMULA .................................................................................................................................................. 50
TENTATIVE SITES AND NOTIFICATION OF SITES AND GAME TIMES ..................................................................... 51
AWARDS ........................................................................................................................................................................ 52
GATE-LIST/ROSTER INFORMATION............................................................................................................................ 54
GUIDELINE FOR ANNOUNCERS .................................................................................................................................. 55
SPOT ANNOUNCEMENTS ............................................................................................................................................ 55
SPORTS AUTHORITY FIELD WELCOME ..................................................................................................................... 57
TELEVISED 4A, 5A FINALS ........................................................................................................................................... 57
FINANCIAL INFORMATION
FINANCIAL REGULATIONS ........................................................................................................................................... 57
RESPONSIBILITY........................................................................................................................................................... 59
GATE PROCEDURES .................................................................................................................................................... 59
FINANCIAL REPORT ..................................................................................................................................................... 60
ALLOWABLE TRANSPORTATION, MEALS AND LODGING ........................................................................................ 61
HOST GUARANTEE EXPENSES................................................................................................................................... 61
GAME FACILITY EXPENSES......................................................................................................................................... 62
RENTAL FACILITIES, BLEACHERS .............................................................................................................................. 62
CONCESSIONS AND PROGRAMS, ETC. ..................................................................................................................... 62
ADMISSION PRICES...................................................................................................................................................... 62
COMPLIMENTARY TICKETS, CHSAA PASSES ........................................................................................................... 63
BAND & PEP BAND ADMISSION INFORMATION......................................................................................................... 63
STATE SPIRIT ENTRY ................................................................................................................................................... 63
OFFICIAL INFORMATION
USE OF REGISTERED OFFICIALS ............................................................................................................................... 64
CFOA WELCOME........................................................................................................................................................... 65
2014 MASTER FOOTBALL CLINICS ........................................................................................................................... 676
SPORTSMANSHIP PROTOCOL .................................................................................................................................. 697
RANDOM ACTS OF SPORTSMANSHIP ........................................................................................................................ 68
ANABOLIC STEROIDS .................................................................................................................................................. 85
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August 1, 2014
TO:
Athletic Directors and Coaches of Schools Participating in Football
FR:
Harry Waterman, Assistant Commissioner
RE:
Preparation for 2014 Championship Football Season
Welcome Back! The Colorado High School Activities Association is looking forward to another season of
Colorado high school football. All indicators point to continued interest of the sport; student participation
continues to maintain its numbers, and the game is played at a higher level each season. As a coach, you
are a major part of the dedicated individuals who continually reaffirm Colorado’s place as a quality high
school football state.
In order for our sport to continue its positive growth, we need to continue to work together. Coaches,
administrators, officials and this office have benefited from being on the “same team” in conducting their sport
in a fair and safe manner. If questions, problems, etc. arise, please do not hesitate to contact us so that our
communication continues and the sport continues to flourish.
Good luck with the upcoming season -- have fun -- and thanks for your input, support and cooperation.
It is still important for you to re-familiarize yourself with the policies and procedures required to conduct this
sport. There have been numerous misunderstandings, misinterpretations, problems, etc. with the following
regulations. These oversights have resulted in the school being placed on restriction along with a great deal
of embarrassment for the coach. Please, take care of these issues as required by the CHSAA By-laws.
Sincerely,
Harry Waterman
Assistant Commissioner
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Coaches Quiz
Coaches spend hours and hours of their own time preparing for competition. If you read this bulletin
with the care you give to game preparation, you could save yourself problems that no coach ever wants
to face, e.g. ineligibility resulting in forfeiture.
Football Specific
Answers - Coaches Quiz:
1. Yes [ ]
No [ ]
Fall sport athletes who have been declared academically ineligible may
regain eligibility and play on October 9, 2014.
2.
Yes [ ]
No [ ]
Two different scrimmage dates are allowed for each level of a team.
3.
Yes [ ]
No [ ]
Extra points should be attempted even if time has expired at the end of the
game and it has no impact on the outcome.
4.
Yes [ ]
No [ ]
If a player has scheduled a physical, he can start practice even if the
physical has not been completed prior to the beginning of practice.
5.
Yes [ ]
No [ ]
A player can participate in no more than 56 quarters of interscholastic
competition, exclusive of kicking plays during the regular season.
6.
Yes [ ]
No [ ]
A scrimmage or competition may be held on or after the 10th official
practice day following the start of formal practice.
7.
Yes [ ]
No [ ]
All players must have nine days of practice and be eligible to compete in a
scrimmage or contest.
8.
Yes [ ]
No [ ]
Any coach approached by a player or parent from another school must
immediately refer them to school administration prior to having any
football conversations.
9.
Yes [ ]
No [ ]
An official ruling may be changed at any time prior to the end of the game.
10. Yes [ ]
No [ ]
Dummies and sleds may be used prior to the 3rd day of practice.
11. Yes [ ]
No [ ]
Players may not engage in full contact activities until the 4th full day of
the formal practice season (August 14, 2014).
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Yes
No
No
No
Yes
Yes
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
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Coach’s Check List
Coaches: The following is a quick list of important information that you and your players need to know
before the season begins and throughout the year. Have you covered this information with your
players? Use the quick check-off list to make this season a successful one. (Note: HB = CHSAA
Constitution and By-laws)
Reviewed
Date
Reviewed
Date
Important CHSAA By-laws
Coaching Registration (Article 16)
General Eligibility (Article 17)
Transfer [Prior to and in-season] (Article 18)
Recruiting (Article 19)
Outside Competition (Article 21)
Player and Coach Ejection (Article 22)
Practice/Nine-Day Practice (Article 23)
Penalties (Article 24)
Officials (Article 27)
Important Football Points of Emphasis
2014 Season Dates
2014 Season Playoff Dates
Tie-Breaking Procedures
General Playoff Regulations
2014 Playoff Formats (by Classification)
4A -5A State Tournament Site
Program Roster/Game-by-Game Information
New NFHS Football Rules
Bulletin Page
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
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Bulletin Page
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21
49
48-52
20-47
57
54
16
Handbook Page
44
46
62
73
78
81
87
97
106
Handbook Page
13
13
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Important Names and Telephone Numbers:
CHSAA Liaison:
2014 Football Rules Interpreter
2014 Football Committee Chairman
2014 Football Committee Meeting:
Harry Waterman
George Demetriou
Michael Krueger
December 9, 2014
(303) 344-5050
(719) 540-0420
(970) 254-4801
(303) 344-5050
CHSAA OFFICE
Football Committee Membership:
A-6 David Gottman, Stratton (2015), A-6 Scott Sorenson, Peetz (2016), A-8 Gabe Dasko, Hoehne (2015), A-8
Jenny Smock, Caliche (2017), 1A Jeremy Burmeister, Highland (2016), 1A John Cure, Wray (2017), 2A Joe
Archuleta, Olathe (2016), 2A John McGee, Manitou Springs (2015), 3A Dave Craddock, Pueblo Central (2015),
3A Ben Peterson, Holy Family (2016), 4A Kris Roberts, Cheyenne Mountain (2016), 4A Nick Desimone, Wheat
Ridge (2017), 5AEric Gustafson, Horizon (2017), 5A Eric Gustafson, Horizon (2017), 5A Robbie Owens, Grand
IJunction (2017)
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Major Changes Shown In This Bulletin for the
2014 Football Season
MAJOR CHANGES FROM LAST YEAR’S REPORT:
A. In Class A-6, week 9 cross-over teams will be ranked 1-16 based on power points.
B. In Class A-8, teams will play a 9 game regular season with playoffs beginning on week 10.
C. In Class 1A, following the first round of the playoffs, if both teams have played an equal amount
of home games during the playoffs, the higher seed will host.
D. In Class 3A, if a 3A team plays a 5A team they will receive 4A wildcard points.
E. In class 3A, the state championship game will be played at the highest seed, regardless of the
number of previous games hosted in the playoffs
F. Determination of Home Teams – See page 30 of this document for several changes.
In 5A, the higher seed will host if both schools have already hosted a playoff game in a previous
round.
PLEASE NOTE: The athletic director has received two bulletins – you can also access the
bulletin on the CHSAA website www.chsaa.org the rule book should be given to the coach.
CHECK YOUR SCHEDULES
Before the competitive interscholastic season begins, check to make sure you have not scheduled
contests in excess of the game/contest limit for football (see CHSAA Sport By-laws).
Teams that have played more contests than allowed in the Sport By-laws will be restricted from state
playoff activities, without appeal.
BE AWARE OF IMPORTANT DATES
It is the coach’s responsibility to be aware of and remind players of important testing
(ACT, SAT, etc.) and religious holidays that may affect participation.
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Football Calendar Dates For 2014
INITIAL STARTING DATE
The initial approved starting date for football practice is Monday, August 11th. For the dates of
August 11, 12, only football shoes, jerseys, and helmets may be worn by players as permissible
equipment. No pads or other components of regular football uniforms may be worn. Additionally,
there shall be no activity which involves physical contact between players or blocking or tackling
exercises.
FIRST DAY PADS, OTHER EQUIPMENT
On Wednesday, August 13th, players may wear a full uniform. No player to player contact is
permitted.
Q:
A:
Are, sleds, dummies, and hand shields permitted during the 1st three days of formal practice?
Yes
Q:
A:
Is it considered contact if one player holds a dummy which is blocked by another player?
No.
FIRST DAY FULL CONTACT
The initial date for physical contact between players and the use of all equipment is Thursday,
August 14th. There may be no physical contact between players until this date.
FIRST SCRIMMAGE DATE
Two scrimmage dates are permitted on or after Thursday, August 21st. Coaches are asked to review
the entire scrimmage definitions and interpretations as written in the CHSAA Handbook By-laws.
Please note: all participants must have had nine days of practice prior to taking part in an
interscholastic scrimmage or contest. "Jamboree" scrimmages involving three or more schools are
permitted provided they are held at one site on one day.
Please note: Two scrimmage dates are permitted for your team as a whole. If the varsity scrimmages on
Friday and the JV scrimmages on Saturday, your two scrimmage dates have been used.
FIRST CONTEST DATE
The first allowable date for an interscholastic contest between schools is Thursday, August 21st.
PLAYOFF DATES
See bracket information on page 21.
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2014 Football Administrative Notes
COIN TOSS ON FIELD
The pre-game coin toss shall be conducted on the field by the referee in the presence of the field
captains, three minutes prior to the scheduled game starting time. This is mandatory for all games;
the toss may NOT be conducted earlier, followed by a simulated toss.
Please Note: Please inform your band of this requirement. Any pre-game performances and the National
Anthem should be completed prior to the coin flip.
OVERTIME TIE-BREAKER PROCEDURE
The CHSAA will continue to utilize the National Federation tie-breaker system as delineated in the
National Federation rule book. This will pertain to all regular season and playoff contests
AT ALL LEVELS (fresh, JV, V, etc.)
TRY FOR THE EXTRA POINT(S) AT THE END OF 4TH QUARTER
If there is no time remaining on the clock at the conclusion of the 4th quarter and the try has no
impact on the outcome of the contest, the try will not be conducted.
FIELD SIZE (8-Man, 6-Man)
Please note: the playing field size for eight-man football contests is 40 x 100 yards with 15-yard side
zones. This pertains to all regular season and playoff contests. The playing field for all six-man
football contests is 40 x 80 yards with 15-yard side zones and the team box boundaries between the
25-yard lines.
CHAIN CREW/BALL PERSONS
Experienced chain crews are a necessity for sound administration of a football game. DO NOT
NEGLECT SUB-VARSITY GAMES IN THIS AREA. Qualified ball persons are also an important
part of on-field administration. Be sure that the ball persons you use are physically mature enough
to handle the duties and do not present an injury risk to themselves or the players.
As per National Federation Football Rule, as soon as a first down is indicated and the chain clipped
at the five yard interval, the chain and down marker should be moved back off the sideline six feet.
Notify your chain crew of this procedure.
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40/45-POINT-MERCY RULE (All Classes)
In classes A8, 1A, 2A, 3A, 4A and 5A (all conference and non-conference games played in
Colorado), when a 40 point differential exists at any point during the game, the running clock will
be used for the remainder of the game. (In A6, the margin is 45 points)
The clock will not stop on:
1. Out of bounds plays
2. Incomplete passes
3. First downs
4. Change of possession (including touchbacks and fair catches)
5. Penalties
6. Scores
The clock will stop as required by rule on:
1. Time-outs (charged and injury)
2. End of period
This rule applies to all regular and post season contests, except the live televised championship
games.
Under the circumstances described above, the officials will continue to use the standard signals. The
timer, prior to the game, will be given instructions by the game officials, and will ignore all signals
regarding the clock except those given by the referee.
Please Note: The use of this rule does not eliminate the use of Rule 3-1-3 which reads: "A period or
periods may be shortened in any emergency by agreement of the opposing coaches and the referee. By
mutual agreement of the opposing coaches and the referee, any remaining period may be shortened at
any time or the game terminated."
FILMING/VIDEO TAPING
Film, Video Quality
Schools are encouraged to pay special attention in making certain the quality of film and video tape
is the best possible in order to enhance the exchange of film/tape for playoff contests. Your
assistance in this area will help with the administration of the playoffs.
Playoff Game Films
During the playoffs, each opponent must provide full length game footage of the two most recent
games when digital/videos are shot. When the home team does not film/video, the next opponent
may secure a digital/video from a previous opponent to consummate the digital/video exchange.
Additionally, When schools use both digital and videotape, the exchange will be the same (digital
for digital or videotape for videotape). When no mutual agreement is reached, the schools will
exchange digital in cases where both mediums are used. When one school has digital only and the
other videotape only, this will be considered a regular exchange. When a school entering the
playoffs has not filmed or videotaped its games, then neither school will exchange and this status
should be communicated to the Commissioner prior to the beginning of the playoffs. This exchange
must be consummated by noon on Monday before the game. When necessary, use overnight mail to
make this happen. Failure to meet the standards of this rule can result in penalties assessed by the
commissioner.
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IMPORTANT**
**
WHO IS YOUR “GET BACK GUY”?
IMPORTANT**
**
Officials have been instructed to ask each head coach prior to the game, “Who is your ‘Get Back Guy’?” The “GBG” is the
assistant coach designated by the head coach to be in charge of all bench personnel should an altercation occur on the
field or near the sideline. In volatile situations, the “GBG” immediately communicates with all bench personnel to
prevent them from leaving the bench area or participating in a fight in the bench area. The prompt action of the “GBG”
could prevent your team from forfeiting the present game and next week’s game due to mass player ejections or penalties
imposed by the Commissioner for fighting. Further, the “GBG” should be responsible to see that the sideline six feet
boundary is kept clear of players, bench personnel and, by N.F. rule, everyone else except three coaches.
EQUITY STATEMENT: Members of both sexes are eligible to compete and coach in interscholastic
football. The pronoun "he" is used in the bulletin in the generic sense and refers to members of both
sexes.
OUT OF STATE TRAVEL REQUIRES CHSAA APPROVAL:
Under CHSAA by-law 2620.1, any team traveling out of state for competition (contest or
scrimmage) must have the approval of the CHSAA Commissioner. See page105 in your CHSAA
Constitution and By-laws.
IMPORTANT REMINDERS
We cannot emphasize enough the importance of schools and coaches carefully studying all football
playing rules, especially those dealing with the safety and well-being of the athlete, and stressing the
importance of the players keeping all equipment in top condition. Failure to warn athletes of
potential dangers in not playing the game properly or the proper way to care for equipment, could
lead to serious consequences to coaches and schools. Be certain that you have a file parent/physician
permission certification on file before allowing an athlete to practice. Also be sure that all
participants meet minimum non-contact requirements. Pre-season conditioning does not negate
CHSAA rules. Check age, academic requirements and eligibility.
*Additional questions and interpretations may be obtained from the CHSAA office (303.344.5050),
with Assistant Commissioner Harry Waterman, the administrator responsible for football. It is highly
encouraged that telephone calls on areas of eligibility be made by the school principal or athletic
director, while inquiries on game playing rules be made by the football coach.
RULES MEETING REQUIRED FOR ALL HEAD COACHES
Head coaches in all varsity sports are required to attend a CHSAA-approved rules clinic in their sport
prior to the start of the first game of the season. This is a mandatory meeting and there are a number
of ways coaches can meet this requirement, including attendance at the officials’ rules session at
Colorado High School Coaches Association Clinic in the summer, the CFOA Master Clinic. A list of
the 9 master clinics can be found in the CFOA Handbook. Go to www.chsaa.org and look for other
meetings that will meet this requirement. Coaches will be required to sign in and should be prepared
to have a form to be signed for file with their athletic director. (1650.1)
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Most Commonly Asked Rules Questions
Q1:
May jersey uniform numbers have a half inch border?
A1:
Yes. The rule book specifies the border must be at least “¼”. Call the CHSAA for specific
questions related to jersey design. In 2012, a new uniform was implemented. Specific details can
be found in the NFHS 2014 Football Rules Book.
Q2:
Which gloves are legal?
A2:
Those which carry a securely attached label or stamp (NOCSAE Standard).
Q3:
Must all face masks and helmets carry the NOCSAE Seal?
A3:
Yes.
Q4:
Are colored mouth guards required equipment?
A4:
Yes. Colored mouth and tooth protector is required.
Q5:
The NCAA inbound lines are 60' (not the high school 53' 4"). What should schools which play on
college fields do to comply with the high school rules?
A5:
The first preference is to mark the field for high school requirements. If this is not possible, play
as marked.
Q6:
We play our games on a college field which has goal posts measuring 18' 6" between the uprights
instead of the 23' 4" specified in the National Federation rules. May our opponents or conference
require that 23' 4" uprights be used in our high school games?
A6:
No. High schools using college fields may use the 18' 6" upright. Neither league nor opponent
may dictate that the high school upright be used.
Q7:
What are some important rules related to uniform and equipment?
A7:
Penalty-flag colored gloves and pads are illegal. Jerseys must fully cover rib and back pads and
may not be altered to produce a knot-like protrusion or to create a tear-away jersey. Jerseys and
pants manufactured after January 1, 1996 may not have more than one manufacturer's logo/trade
name on the outside of each item (jersey and pants) whether visible or not (see Football
Rulebook).
Q8:
May the center wear a towel of any color?
A8:
No. Players may only wear one moisture-absorbing solid colored towel that is not ball-or
penalty flag colored; is no less than 4 inches in width and 12 inches in length: No greater than 18
inches in width and 36 inches in length: has no more than one visible manufacturer’s
logo/trademark reference that does not exceed 2 ¼ square inches in any dimension; and if worn
by any player, must be the same solid color for all players wearing a towel.
Q9:
Do any CHSAA rules exist for determining the winner of a contest ended prematurely because of acts
of God?
A9:
No. Games interrupted because of events beyond the control of the responsible administrative
authority shall be continued from the point of interruption unless the teams agree to terminate
the game with the existing score, or there are conference or league rules which apply.
Conferences should consider adopting a policy to handle unusual circumstances.
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Q10:
Can the timing of a sub varsity quarter be adjusted?
A10:
Yes – Schools/leagues should establish the time frame for league or conference opponents or
communicate with non-conference opponents well in advance of the contest. It is strongly
recommended that a 12-minute quarter be used at all levels, freshman through varsity.
Q11:
What is the distance inbound for the hash marks on a 6 or 8-man field?
A11:
15 yards
Q12:
Must the field be marked with 6’ numbers?
A12:
No, but if those numbers are not on the field, there must be nine-yard marks (12” Length, 4”
width) intersecting each 10 yard line.
Q13: Where may the coaches stand?
A13:
All team personnel must remain two yards behind the sideline at all times. If the field is
especially small, the referee may allow up to three coaches in the two-yard belt adjacent to the
sideline.
Q14: May an athlete wear a tinted eye-shield with a Doctor’s prescription?
A14: No. All eye-shields must be free of any tint.
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CHSAA ELIGIBILITY RULES
Please Note: Each coach should become familiar with all eligibility rules. CHSAA Handbook has been
distributed to member schools. If you do not have access to this material, contact your athletic director.
Check the CHSAA Handbook for the details related to the following rules.
PLAYING OF AN INELIGIBLE WILL RESULT IN FORFEITURE ...................... Rule 2400
SUMMER SCHOOL MAKE-UP ................................................................. Rule 1750.1
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT RULE ......................................................... Rule 1870
ORGANIZED TEAM PRACTICE ............................................................... Rule 2310.3
PHYSICAL EXAMINATION/PARENT CONSENT ......................................... Rule 1780
MEDICAL RELEASE FOR INJURIES ........................................................ Rule 1780.2
UNCONSCIOUS PLAYER
National Federation Rule 3, Section 5, Article 10 (b) -- "An unconscious or apparently unconscious
player is determined by the game officials. The player may not return to play in the game without
written authorization from a physician. This time-out, if not charged, is an official's time-out."
BLEEDING PLAYER
National Federation Rule 3, Section 5, Article 10 (c) -- "The official discovers a player who is
bleeding, or has an open wound, or has an excessive amount of blood on his uniform. Such player
shall be considered an injured player as in Art. 10 (a). See the Communicable Disease Procedures
listed on the page facing the Table of Contents in the National Federation rulebook.
SUB JOINING FIGHT
National Federation Rule 9, Sec. 8, Article 1, “A substitute who leaves the team box and enters the
playing field during a fight will be ejected. A player ejected for leaving the bench area during a
fight is ineligible for the next contest. (See “Who is Your Get Back Guy” on page 8.)
SUNDAY RESTRICTION – Rule 2310.5
ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT
Rule 5000.5, - Electronic communication equipment, including but not limited to computers,
films, televisions and videotapes shall not be used for coaching purposes during a game or between
periods. Penalty--The CHSAA Commissioner shall review the violation and assess penalties
which may include, but not be limited to, forfeiture of the contest, probation and/or restriction of
the coach and/or program.
EXPECTATIONS TO COMPLY WITH RULE 1-6-1
With continuing advancement in computer technology, it is expected that schools comply with
rule 1-6-1 in the 2014 Rules Book. "Electronic equipment, other than an audio tape recorder,
including but not limited to computer, film, television and videotape or any type of still or moving
pictures, shall not be used for coaching purposes during the game or between periods."
At no time should your coaches and a computer be in the same room during a game.
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EQUIPMENT DATES
3310.1 No pads or other components of regular football uniforms except shoes, jerseys and helmets may
be worn by the players until the third day (exclusive of Sundays) of the formal sports season. (Note:
For 2014, August 13th.) On the third day of the formal sports season, players may wear a full regular
football uniform and pads while engaging in blocking and tackling exercises that do not include
physical contact between players.
(a)
ISSUE RESTRICTIONS -- The issuing of protective football equipment except during the formal
sports season is a violation.
EXCEPTION 1: To allow individual players who participate in football exercises or drills while in shorts,
7 on 7 competition, and 7 on 7 drills to use Colorado issued helmets under the following criteria:
1.
The issuing of the football helmet is approved by the local school district.
2.
Football helmets for drills and 7 on 7 may NOT be distributed before Memorial Day.
EXCEPTION 2: An individual or team camp may use Colorado high school-issued protective football
equipment under the following criteria:
1.
The issuing of the equipment is approved by the local school district.
2.
Camps must be conducted by a college/university, an appropriate commercial
organization or an individual high school.
a. High schools may develop their own team camp on site or at any other location.
3.
The camp must show proof of liability insurance.
4.
Camps must be for students and/or teams from a variety of different schools if it is
conducted by a college/university or an appropriate commercial organization. Players
from a minimum of six schools must be involved in the camp. Individual school camps
limit participation to those students who have completed the registration process for
enrollment into that high school. (Note: only students from the high school sponsoring
the camp may participate.)
5.
The camp should be for a period of time that is typical for camps/clinics (3-5 days) at a
college/university or an appropriate commercial organization. Camps held at individual
high schools can be a maximum of 10 days at the individual school site over a period of
14 calendar days.
6.
Camps held at individual high schools will be allowed one scrimmage date with up to
THREE other schools who are conducting an individual team camp. The schools must be
in days 8-10 of their own camps.
7.
Issuing equipment for camps held at individual school sites will mirror the restrictions of
the formal football sports season. No pads or other components of regular football
uniforms except shoes, jerseys, and helmets may be worn by the players until the third
day of the team camp. On the third day of the team camp, players may wear a full regular
football uniform and pads while engaging in blocking and tackling exercises that do not
include physical contact between players. On the fourth day, full player-player contact
may begin.
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3310.2
8.
Equipment must be returned and collected immediately.
9.
Equipment for team camps cannot be issued after August 1.
An individual or school may attend only one team camp at any point from Memorial Day to
August 1. There is no limit on the number of camps an individual player attends if it meets
the parameters established in the section above.
Please Note: This exception does not change the date for issuing equipment for the season.
PENALTY -- Schools which violate this regulation will be immediately placed on a minimum of
probation until the school has provided the Commissioner with a detailed report of the incident(s) and
administrative procedures have been put in place to ensure no repeat of the violation. A second
violation of this regulation will result in the school being placed on restriction for a minimum of one
season from state qualifying competition.
Q1:
A1:
What is the definition of a football "team camp"?
A team camp is defined as a camp that provides any opportunity for an individual school to
meet as a team for instruction, film study, skill development, scrimmaging, or any other activity
deemed to be team related.
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FOOTBALL COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS SIDELINE ZONE FOR SAFETY
The CHSAA Football Advisory Committee strongly recommends that each field add a zone of two or
more yards off the sideline be used as a restraining line to maintain a clear area for players and officials
along the sideline. The zone will be marked with hash marks and would extend to two yards in back of
the end zone line and extended across the back of the end zone.
11-player Field Diagram
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National Federation Football Jersey Requirements
By National Federation rule, all football jerseys must reach the top of the football pants and be tucked in if
longer. There are situations with heavyset players where the jersey is not long enough to reach the top of
the football pant. In this situation, a longer jersey should be purchased. In emergency situations, a similar
colored T-shirt may be worn over the pads and under the jersey to meet this requirement. Further, receivers
reaching for a high pass may also fit into this situation. It is the school’s responsibility to make whatever
adjustments necessary to meet the requirement of this rule (NF Rule 1-5-1(b).
Please Note: Effective 2012, visiting jerseys must be white per NFHS RULES.
Beginning in 2012, players of the visiting team shall wear jerseys that meet the following criteria: The body
of the jersey (inside the shoulders, below the collar, and to the bottom of the jersey) shall be white and shall
contain only the listed allowable adornments and accessory patterns in a color that contrasts to white:
(a) as the jersey number(s) required in 1-5-1-c or as the team and/or player name within the body
and/or on the shoulders,
(b) either as a decorative stripe placed during production that follows the curve of the raglan sleeve not
to exceed 1 inch at any point within the body of the jersey, or as decorative stripe(s) added in the
shoulder area after production, not to exceed 1 inch per stripe and total size of combined stripes not
to exceed 3.5 inches,
(c) within the collar, a maximum of 1 inch in width, and/or
(d) as a side seam, a maximum of 4 inches in width but any non-white color may not appear within the
body of the jersey (with the exception of a decorative stripe placed during production that follows
the curve of the raglan sleeve). The exception to (d) would be what is stated in (b) above.
Beginning in 2012, players of the home team shall wear jerseys that meet the following criteria: The body
of the jersey (inside the shoulders, below the collar, and to the bottom of the jersey) may not include white,
except as stated below. If white appears in the body of the jersey of the home team, it may only appear:
a) as the jersey number(s) required in 1-5-1-c or as the team and/or player name within the body
and/or on the shoulders,
b) either as a decorative stripe placed during production that follows the curve of the raglan sleeve not
to exceed 1 inch at any point within the body of the jersey, or as decorative stripe(s) added in the
shoulder area after production, not to exceed 1 inch per stripe and total size of combined stripes not
to exceed 3.5 inches,
c) within the collar, a maximum of 1 inch in width, and/or
d) as a side seam, a maximum of 4 inches in width but any white color may not appear within the
body of the jersey (with the exception of a decorative stripe placed during production that follows
the curve of the raglan sleeve). The exception to (d) would be what is stated in (b) above.
GAME BALLS
Each team must present at least one legal game ball to the referee at the time the officials assume
authority for the contest.
CASTS
While this rule is covered in the National Federation Football Rules Book, several questions have
occurred regarding playing with casts. Before a player can participate. The cast must be padded with “no
less than 1/2” thick high-density, closed-cell polyurethane or an alternate material…” (N.F. Rule 1-5-3
(b).
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MAJOR NATIONAL FEDERATION FOOTBALL RULES REVISIONS
2014 CHANGES
1-1-7
State associations can require game officials to assume authority earlier prior to
2-20-2
Definition of targeting added.
(NEW)
2-24-9
Status of the ball following illegal kick clarified.
2-32-16
Definition of defenseless player added.
(NEW)
9-4-3i(3)
3-3-3, 4
End-of-period procedure changed.
6-1-3b
Free-Kick Formation provisions added.
(NEW)
6-1-3c
Free-kick run-up provisions added.
(NEW)
8-5-1b
Provisions to clarify force added.
(NEW)
9-4-3m
Targeting an opponent is clarified as a separate personal foul.
(NEW)
9-4-4
Roughing-the-passer fouls revised.
2014 POINTS OF
EMPHASIS
1. High School Football-Sate of the Game.
2. Risk Minimization.
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COLORADO RULES BY STATE ASSOCIATION ADOPTION
The NFHS rulebook (Table 1-7) delegates authority to the state associations for certain rules. The following shall
apply in Colorado.
1-1-4 Note
Determining the number of game officials – A6 = 4, A8 = 4 (5 preferred); 1A-5A=5.
1-3-2 Note
Mandating specific ball for playoff competition – Any NFHS approved ball with logo except
championship
games will use a Wilson ball.
1-3-7
Use of supplementary equipment – Authorized.
1-5-1c4 Note
Commemorative Patches – Must be requested of CHSAA on a case-by-case basis.
1-5-2d
Use of artificial limbs – Authorized.
1-5-3b Note 1
Use of drum for deaf teams – Authorized.
1-5-3b Note 2 Use of device to enhance a required hearing aid – Authorized.
3-1-1
Procedure to resolve ties- NFHS overtime procedure.
3-1-2
Mercy Rule – Running clock procedures are on p. 6 of this handbook.
3-1-4
Continuation of interrupted games – Subject to league policy.
3-1-5 Note 2
Length of halftime intermission – Subject to league policy.
3-2-1
time.
Determining when coin toss is held – On the field, between 3-5 minutes prior to the scheduled start
3-5-7L
TV/radio timeouts are authorized when a game is broadcast.
8-3-1 Exc
attempted
& OT 5-1-1
If a touchdown is scored during the last down of the fourth period or in overtime. The try is not
fourth
of the game.
unless the point(s) would affect the outcome of the game.
Example 1: B is leading 6-0, 7-0, or 8-0 and A scores a touchdown on the last timed down of the
period, the try is attempted in all cases because it is needed to determine the outcome
Example 2: If B is leading 9-0, B wins with a final score of 9-6; no try is attempted.
Example 3: If B is leading 3-0, A wins with a final score of 6-3; no try is attempted.
Rule 1
Size of A6 and A8 fields – 100 yards for 8-man; 80 yards for 6-man.
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TEAM BENCHES, SIDELINES
During CHSAA playoff contests, the team benches and sidelines are to be restricted to authorized personnel
consisting of substitutes, coaches, student managers, trainer and team physician. Parents, members of booster
clubs, alumni and other such unauthorized personnel must sit in the stands. Schools are urged to issue visible
sideline tags to those authorized for easy recognition. Do not allow teams attendants to walk the sidelines outside
the team box.
PROTESTS
No protests involving the judgment or possible misapplication of a rule by a game official will be considered by the
CHSAA. However, coaches may direct questions to the game officials as they pertain to a possible misapplication
of the rules in accordance with the National Federation Football rules. Coaches are encouraged to carry a National
Federation Rulebook with them for all playoff contests. Schools will still have the opportunity to protest a contest
in accordance with CHSAA rules as it pertains to use of an ineligible participant. Schools which have knowledge
concerning the ineligibility of an opponent are required by CHSAA by-laws to notify the CHSAA prior to
competition.
RULES
All playoff games will be played under the 2014 National Federation Football Rules.
JERSEYS
HOME--Dark VISITORS--Light
EQUAL FACILITIES
Although it is necessary that one team be designated as the home team, it shall be kept in mind that the game
belongs equally to both competing schools. It is strongly urged a pre-game planning meeting be held to cover
all details connected with the staging of every playoff contest.
The time period between the first and second half should be equally divided so that each school will have an
opportunity to present its band and drill team. If one school does not wish to provide any half time
entertainment, it may relinquish its time. If mutually agreeable to both teams, the half time period may be
extended from the normal 15 minutes to 20. By mutual agreement of the opposing coaches, half time may be
reduced to 10 minutes.
The same principle of equal facilities should apply to camera sites, dressing facilities, press box seats for spotters,
etc. The visiting team should inquire early in the week about the availability of sideline heaters and plan
accordingly.
FIELD PHONE POLICY
If telephone facilities for both teams are provided as a standard practice (during the regular season) at a playoff
site, then the same number of telephone facilities must be provided for both teams. This number must stay
consistent throughout the contest. If one set of phones becomes inoperable during the contest, then neither
team may use the phones initially provided. Teams are permitted to bring their own set of phones to a contest.
These phones will be considered "extra" and are not under the procedure as outlined above.
The responsibility for notifying both teams of phone problems should belong to the referee. If a school does
not provide phone facilities to both teams as a standard practice (during the regular season), then it is up to each
team, home or away, to provide its own phones. The home team will not be required to provide phones to the
visiting team if it is not done during the regular season.
Communication to visiting schools of procedures used for field phones should be a primary priority for the home
team and completed as soon as possible when opponents are known.
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BALL
All footballs used during the regular season and playoffs must be a National Federation approved ball. A National
Federation approval must be marked on the ball (generally located near the valve stem).
The National Federation Rulebook specified that both a rubber-covered or leather-covered football is legal and
the team on offense shall be the option of designation.
Please Note: A Wilson ball will be used in all championship FINAL games. These balls will be supplied by the
CHSAA and shipped (2 balls) to the home team, 2 to the visitor) UPS on Monday prior to the finals. While not
supplied by the CHSAA it is strongly recommended that a Wilson Football be used for all other playoff contests
prior to the finals. If you would prefer to use the Wilson NCAA (1001) ball, 1205- TDS-Composite, F1003 - GST
or any other legal Wilson ball, please contact Harry Waterman by September 1st.
TIMER, CHECK TIMER
The timer for all playoff contests shall be a faculty member or responsible adult. The visiting team is
encouraged to provide a check timer, but if it does not, the home team timer alone is responsible.
ANNOUNCER
The announcer should be a faculty member or responsible adult who can set the tone of the game by calling
the fans' attention to the following points of reference: (1) CHSAA playoff contests are conducted under the
strictest code of good sporting behavior; (2) The officials are neutral individuals, representing the
Commissioner, and have been selected because of demonstrated ability; (3) Fans are encouraged to support
their own team and display proper protocol and sporting behavior with respect to the opponent and officials'
decisions.
OVERTIME TIE-BREAKER PROCEDURES
All tie games will utilize the National Federation tie-breaker system as so delineated below and reviewed in
detail in the National Federation rulebook. Note that under the National Federation tie-breaker, there is no
measurement after the second overtime session; teams continue overtime play until one is declared a winner
by way of a score.
INCLEMENT WEATHER
Playoff contests shall not be postponed without permission of the CHSAA Commissioner (or his designee).
The Commissioner (or his designee) shall have the authority to select an alternate site in the event of poor
playing conditions.
Initially, schools have the added responsibility of making alternative travel plans to contests based upon
weather forecasts, etc. As a common factor, input and recommendations are to be sought from the Highway
Patrol Division of Highways and Travel. If you anticipate poor weather, adjust the time when your team will
depart and/or take an alternative route if possible.
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MEDICAL SERVICES
Proper medical services should be provided as warranted. The site director will insure that an ambulance is
present or on call. It is strongly urged that a physician be present at all playoff contests.
Starting time due to weather conditions may be adjusted upon consultation and mutual agreement of the
administrators from the affected schools. Emergency postponement consideration is to involve administrators
from the affected schools and the CHSAA Commissioner (or his designee).
When a game has been postponed, it is the host school’s responsibility to notify:
(1) the visiting school
(2) CHSAA office
(3) officials
(4) game workers
(5) media (where applicable)
PRESS BOX ACCOMMODATIONS
The home school is responsible to supervise proper accommodations in the press box. An adult should be
assigned to handle this important function. Press box seats should be reserved for members of the media.
They have been advised to call ahead and reserve seats. Sometimes this is not possible, and the person in
charge of the press box should use common sense in admitting bona fide members of the press to a seat.
Too often, the press box loses its meaning, when faculty members, friends, relatives, district personnel, board
members, etc., occupy it. This is not the purpose of the press box. Schools are reminded of the importance of
maintaining good public relations and are encouraged to cooperate fully with members of the media.
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PLAYOFF DATES:
Rules of Thumb for Setting Dates (first round of playoffs):
Class A6, A8, 1A, 2A, 5A – 10th Saturday of competitive season
Class 3A, 4A – 11th Saturday of competitive season
2014:
2015:
Practice Begins: Monday, August 11
1st Scrimmage: Thursday, August 21
1st Contest: Thursday, August 21
Practice Begins: Monday, August 17
1st Scrimmage: Thursday, August 27
1st Contest: Thursday, August 27
Playoffs Begin
Final Game
Playoffs Begin
A-6
A-8
1A
2A
3A
4A
5A
November 15
November 22
November 22
November 22
November 29
November 29
November 29
A-6
A-8
1A
2A
3A
4A
5A
November 1
November 1
November 1
November 1
November 8
November 8
November 1
November 7
November 7
November 7
November 7
November 14
November 14
November 7
Final Game
November 21
November 28
November 28
November 28
December 5
December 5
December 5
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2014-16 6-Man Football Conferences (32 schools)
(Enrollment: 1-75)
East Central (7)
Arickaree/Woodlin
Bethune
Flagler
Hi-Plains
Idalia
Otis
Stratton/Liberty
33
42
48
45
29
52
62
North (7)
Briggsdale
Fleming
North Park
Pawnee
Peetz
Prairie
Weldon Valley
55
73
56
28
72
56
58
Southwest (6)
Aguilar
Antonito **
Cotopaxi
La Veta
Mountain Valley
Primero
25
79
51
53
37
56
Southeast (6)
Cheraw
Cheyenne Wells
Eads
Kit Carson
Manzanola
Walsh
62
48
54
32
58
50
Central (6)
Colorado D & B
Deer Trail
Genoa-Hugo/Karvel
Hanover
Miami-Yoder **
South Park **
59
39
47
57
83
104
** Play-down
2014 A-6 BRACKET
Seeding
#1
November 1
*
November 8
November 15
#8
#4
*
#5
#3
*
#6
#2
*
#7
*denotes home team in quarterfinals.
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A6 PLAYOFF FORMAT
The top two teams in each conference will be automatic qualifiers. The remaining six qualifiers will be
selected using power points. Six-man will play an 8 game regular season schedule with Week 9 being
used for crossover games. The ninth week teams will be ranked 1-16 based on power points with the
five conference winners being guaranteed a home game. The crossover games will match 1 vs 16, 2
vs 15, 3 vs 14, 4 vs 13, 5 vs 12, 6 vs 11, 7 vs 10, and 8 vs 9. The top eight teams will play at home,
with exception of conference champions playing at home if they are lower than 8 in power points. The
eight winners of the crossover games will then make the 8-team playoffs.
The cross-over game winners will be seeded by a 11-member committee that includes two
representatives from each conference (no coaches) and one at-large representative. The committee will
be named each year at the August A6 Football Association meeting to be held on the second Tuesday
after the start of fall practice. The final eight teams will be true seeded using the following criteria:
overall record, head- to-head, conference record, strength of schedule, and strength of conference.
6-man championship home sites must accommodate a seating capacity equal to twice the maximum
enrollment of the respective classification. Example: A6 has an enrollment maximum of 75 x 2 = 150,
minimum seating capacity.
In the event of a tie, the following tie-breaker shall be used:
1. Head to Head Competition (between or amongst all tied teams)
2. Overall Winning Percentage
3. California Playoff
Additional Play: California Playoff Style (if necessary by above)
Situation 1: Three or more tied with two qualifiers or three qualifiers
1.
Coin flip to determine “odd team out”
2.
A vs. B for one half
3.
Winner of 1st half plays C (odd team)
4.
Winner of 2nd half is highest seed
Situation 2: Three or more teams tied with one qualifier
1.
Coin flip to determine “odd team out”
2.
A vs. B for one half
3.
Winner of 1st half plays C (odd team)
4.
Winner of 2nd half is highest seed
Power Points
(Victory Points + Defeat Points = Playoff Points) divided by Games played = Power Point
Victory
70 pts.
67 pts.
64 pts.
61 pts.
58 pts.
55 pts.
52 pts.
49 pts.
46 pts.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
Defeat
30 pts.
30 pts.
20 pts.
20 pts.
15 pts.
15 pts.
10 pts.
5 pts.
5 pts.
ranking
(9 wins)
(8 wins)
(7 wins)
(6 wins)
(5 wins)
(4 wins)
(3 wins)
(2 wins)
(1 win)
1. Playing a JV team will not count for power points.
2. A team that wins due to forfeit will count the game as a win for their season record. A team that
forfeits a game will count the game as a loss for their season record.
3. If a school fails to field a team before the start of the season (does not play a game) each scheduled
game they were supposed to play shall be counted as no contest.
4. If a team plays at least one game and discontinues its schedule, each of its remaining games
scheduled prior to the season shall count as a forfeit and will be computed into the power points.
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2014-16 8-Man Football Conferences (41schools)
(Enrollment: 76-135)
Plains (6)
Akron
Caliche
Dayspring Chr.
Haxtun
Merino
Sedgwick County
117
93
107
97
106
104
Central (9)
Elbert *
Gilpin County *
Justice
Longmont Christian*
Nederland **
R.M. Lutheran *
Vail Christian
West Grand
Pikes Peak Chr. *
61
74
116
69
185
66
113
130
66
Arkansas Vy. (6)
Granada *
Holly
Las Animas
McClave
Springfield
Wiley *
65
77
109
89
92
75
Western Slope (6)
Hayden
Norwood
Nucla *
Plateau Valley *
Rangely
Soroco
113
77
57
72
117
105
Southern (7)
Custer County
Cripple Cr/Victor
Fowler
Hoehne
Kiowa
Simla
Swink
135
115
114
121
113
102
102
Mountain (7)
Del Norte
Dove Creek *
Mancos
Sanford
Sangre de Cristo
Sargent
Sierra Grande
135
74
111
108
87
119
84
*playing up
**playing down
A-8 PLAYOFF FORMAT
8-man football will consist of a 9 week season. At the end of the 9 week season, the following
procedure will be followed:
1. Seeding committee will be made up of 1 member from each of the 6 leagues. No coach will be
allowed to be on the committee. The committee will meet at the CHSAA building on the
Sunday following week 9 games.
2. Seeding procedures:
The following criteria will be used for this selection, in no particular order: overall record, common
opponents, conference record, strength of schedule, strength of conference, strength of non-league
games, head-to-head competition and last 5 games played.
A. Each league champion will be a part of the 16 team bracket. Each league champion will be
guaranteed a first round home game regardless of what seed they become in the bracket.
B. Each leagues #2 team will be placed on the board and ranked by the seeding committee.
The top 3 #2 teams will be placed into the 16 team pool. This makes 9 of the 16 teams.
C. Each league that had a #2 seed placed into the pool will have their #3 team placed on the
board with the remaining #2 teams. These 6 teams will then be ranked 1-6. The top 3
teams will be placed into the pool of 16 teams. This makes 12 of the 16 teams.
D. Each league that had a team placed into the pool the last round will have the next place
team in their league moved up onto the board. The committee will rank these teams 1 thru
6. The top 3 teams will then be placed into the pool of 16. This makes 15 of the 16 teams.
E. Each league that had a team placed into the pool the last round will have the next place
team in their league moved up onto the board. The committee will rank these teams 1 thru
6. The #1 team on the board will make up the final team on the board of the 16 team pool.
F. The committee will then rank the 16 teams 1 thru 16. Seeds #13,14,15, and 16 will be
interchangeable in order to allow the seeding committee some flexibility for geographical concerns.
G. No two teams from the same league will be allowed to play each other in the first round
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2014 A-8 BRACKET
November 1
November 8
November 15
November 22
#1
#16
#8
#9
#4
#13
#5
#12
#3
#14
#6
#11
#7
#10
#2
#15
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2014-16 1A Football Conferences (38 schools)
(Enrollment: 136-300)
North Central (6)
Burlington
Highland
Holyoke
Wiggins
Wray
Yuma
232
239
176
158
195
225
Tri-Peaks (6)
Buena Vista
Dolores Huerta
Ellicott
Peyton
Rye
Salida
248
273
227
217
225
295
Southern Peaks (6)
Centauri
Center
Dolores
Ignacio
John Mall *
Monte Vista
269
178
208
217
116
256
Western Slope (6)
Cedaredge
Grand Valley
Hotchkiss
Lake County
Meeker
Paonia
239
291
212
292
190
148
South Central (6)
Byers
Calhan
Crowley County
C.S. Christian
Limon
Rocky Ford
158
141
140
280
136
200
Metro (8)
Clear Creek
Cornerstone Chr.*
Denver Christian
Estes Park #
Front Range Chr.
Lyons
Platte Canyon
Resurrection Chr.
224
61
142
333
179
221
299
216
* playing up
** playing down
# must qualify in 2A playoffs – See 2A section
1A PLAYOFF FORMAT
#- Designates that Estes Park is a 2A school playing in the 1A Metro conference for conference play
only. Estes Park cannot qualify for 1A football playoffs. Estes Park can only qualify for the 2A
playoffs, which will be determined on criteria established by the football committee. Each team in
the Metro conference finishing below Estes Park in the final conference standing will move up one
spot in the Metro conference final standings at the conclusion of the season.
Playoff Qualifiers
Each conference will receive two automatic qualifiers for a total of twelve (12). The remaining four
qualifiers will be selected by the selection/seeding committee. The criteria used for the seeding
committee will include the following in no particular order: geography, overall record, conference
record, strength of schedule, strength of conference, strength of non-league games, head-to-head
competition, and MaxPreps. Additionally, victory points will also be considered but will be the last
criteria considered.
Playoff Seeding
The sixteen (16) teams in the playoff bracket may be placed in any seed on the bracket. The six
conference champions will be guaranteed a first round home game, regardless of seed. Teams from
the same conference will not play each other in the first round. The seeding committee will use the
following criteria to determine seeding: geography, overall record, conference record, strength of
schedule, strength of conference, strength of non-league games, head-to-head competition, and
MaxPreps. Additionally, victory points will also be considered but will be the last criteria considered.
The selection/seeding committee will consist of one representative from each conference and one
additional CHSAA designee. The CHSAA designee will only vote if a tie exists. No coaches or parents
of current players may serve on the committee.
Following the first round of the playoffs, if both teams have played the same number of home games
during the playoffs, the team with the higher seed will host. The 1A championship home site must
accommodate a seating capacity equal to twice the maximum enrollment of the respective
classification. Example: 1A has an enrollment maximum of 300 x 2= 600 minimum seating capacity.
Bleachers may be brought in to the site to accommodate the seating requirement.
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1A VICTORY/DEFEAT POINTS
VICTORY POINTS
Varsity
110 pts. (Opp. 9 wins)
108 pts. (Opp. 8 wins)
105 pts. (Opp. 7 wins)
102 pts. (Opp. 6 wins)
99 pts. (Opp. 5 wins)
96 pts. (Opp. 4 wins)
93 pts. (Opp. 3 wins)
90 pts. (Opp. 2 wins)
87 pts. (Opp. 1 wins)
84 pts. (Opp. 0 wins)
DEFEAT POINTS
Varsity
80 pts. (10 wins)
70 pts. (9 wins)
70 pts. (8 wins)
60 pts. (7 wins)
60 pts. (6 wins)
50 pts. (5 wins)
50 pts. (4 wins)
40 pts. (3 wins)
40 pts. (2 wins)
35 pts. (1 win)
3A
100 pts. (Opp. 9 wins)
97 pts. (Opp. 8 wins)
94 pts. (Opp. 7 wins)
91 pts. (Opp. 6 wins)
88 pts. (Opp. 5 wins)
85 pts. (Opp. 4 wins)
82 pts. (Opp. 3 wins)
79 pts. (Opp. 2 wins)
76 pts. (Opp. 1 wins)
73 pts. (Opp. 0 wins)
70
60
60
50
50
40
40
30
30
25
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
(10 wins)
(9 wins)
(8 wins)
(7 wins)
(6 wins)
(5 wins)
(4 wins)
(3 wins)
(2 wins)
(1 win)
2A
90
87
84
81
78
75
72
69
66
63
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
60
50
50
40
40
30
30
20
20
15
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
(10 wins)
(9 wins)
(8 wins)
(7 wins)
(6 wins)
(5 wins)
(4 wins)
(3 wins)
(2 wins)
(1 win)
1A
80
77
74
71
68
65
62
59
56
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
40 pts.
40 pts.
30 pts.
30 pts.
20 pts.
20 pts.
10 pts.
10 pts.
5 pts.
(9 wins)
(8 wins)
(7 wins)
(6 wins)
(5 wins)
(4 wins)
(3 wins)
(2 wins)
(1 win)
8-Man
70
67
64
61
58
55
52
49
46
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
30 pts.
30 pts.
20 pts.
20 pts.
15 pts.
15 pts.
10 pts.
5 pts.
5 pts.
(9 wins)
(8 wins)
(7 wins)
(6 wins)
(5 wins)
(4 wins)
(3 wins)
(2 wins)
(1 win)

4A
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5A Junior Varsity Opponent
70 pts. (Opp. 8
67 pts. (Opp. 7
64 pts. (Opp. 6
61 pts. (Opp. 5
58 pts. (Opp. 4
55 pts. (Opp. 3
52 pts. (Opp. 2
49 pts. (Opp. 1
46 pts. (Opp. 0
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
30 pts.
30 pts.
20 pts.
20 pts.
15 pts.
15 pts.
10 pts.
5 pts.
5 pts.
(9 wins)
(8 wins)
(7 wins)
(6 wins)
(5 wins)
(4 wins)
(3 wins)
(2 wins)
(1 win)
4A Junior Varsity Opponent
60 pts. (Opp. 8
57 pts. (Opp. 7
54 pts. (Opp. 6
51 pts. (Opp. 5
48 pts. (Opp. 4
45 pts. (Opp. 3
42 pts. (Opp. 2
39 pts. (Opp. 1
36 pts. (Opp. 0
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
30 pts.
30 pts.
20 pts.
20 pts.
15 pts.
15 pts.
10 pts.
5 pts.
5 pts.
(9 wins)
(8 wins)
(7 wins)
(6 wins)
(5 wins)
(4 wins)
(3 wins)
(2 wins)
(1 win)
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2014 1A BRACKET
November 1
November 8
November 15
November 22
#1
#16
#8
#9
#4
#13
#5
#12
#3
#14
#6
#11
#7
#10
#2
#15
Conference Champions will be the home team in the first round regardless of seed.
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2014-16 2A Football Conferences (40 schools)
(Enrollment: 301-599)
Tri-Peaks (6)
Florence
La Junta
Lamar
Manitou Springs
St. Mary's
Trinidad *
465
367
416
520
308
236
Patriot (6)
Brush
Eaton
Platte Valley
Sterling
University
Valley
442
502
333
565
531
528
Western Slope North (6)
Western Slope South (6)
Aspen
Basalt
Coal Ridge
Moffat County
Roaring Fork
Battle Mtn. #
555
373
547
504
333
794
Bayfield
Gunnison
Olathe
Pagosa Springs
Montezuma Cortez**
Alamosa
368
326
351
395
664
506
Frontier (8)
Academy, The
Bennett *
Jefferson
KIPP
Middle Park
The Pinnacle
Sheridan
Strasburg
520
286
396
354
331
537
333
357
Colorado (8)
Alameda **
Denver North **
Denver West
Faith Christian
Kent Denver
Machebeuf
Manual
Ridge View *
884
680
576
413
465
353
406
296
* playing up
**playing down
# must qualify in 3A playoffs - criteria TBD at football committee meeting
2A PLAYOFF FORMAT
Each conference champion and runner-up will automatically qualify for the
playoffs with the exception of the Western Slope North Conference who will
receive one automatic bid for their conference champion for a total of eleven
(11) automatic qualifiers. The five (5) remaining playoff spots will be filled by
teams based on CHSAA wildcard points.
The only way Estes Park (2A school, playing league in the 1A Metro) can
qualify for the 2A playoffs is to win the 1A Metro League outright and have
enough wildcard points that would place Estes Park in the top 16 of the 2A
wildcard point system. Estes Park
would be seeded between 9-16. In
this scenario, the last wildcard qualifier in the field
would be displaced by
Estes Park.
A committee of administrators, one from each conference, will seed the 16
qualifiers. The conference champions will be placed in one of the top eight
positions on the bracket. A second place finisher could be placed in one of
the top eight seeds and above a conference champion that does not come
from their own league. The committee will determine the seeding based on
the CHSAA wildcard point system, which takes into account, record, strength
of schedule, strength of conference, etc… Note: Conference opponents shall
not face each other in the first round and the committee shall consider
geography an important factor in the first round games.
The higher seeded team shall be the host in the first round. In subsequent
rounds, the team with the fewest number of home games shall be the host.
If equal, the following criteria will determine the host:
-If opponents are from the same conference, the school with the higher
conference
Standing in the regular season shall be the host.
-If opponents are not from the same conference, the higher seed shall host.
2A will play a nine (9) game regular season schedule with playoffs beginning
Week 10.
2A championship home sites must accommodate a seating capacity equal to
twice the maximum enrollment of the respective classification. Example: 2A
has an enrollment maximum of 599 X 2 = 1,198, minimum seating capacity.
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2A WILDCARD FORMAT
1. The five (5) wildcard selections will be based on the top five teams with the highest wildcard
point totals that did not receive an automatic bid. They may come from any conference.
2. The CHSAA office shall compute the playoff points, making all the information available to schools in
contention on the Sunday following the end of the regular season. The announcement of the wildcard
teams shall be made on the Sunday prior to the beginning of the playoffs and shall be official at noon
on Monday (unless emergency situations exist). No protest shall be entertained after the deadline
unless it involves incorrect information supplied by the qualifying team(s).
3. The number of points a team scores in a game will have no bearing on the wild card point system.
4. Victory Points – Defeat Points
a) Victory points and defeat points are earned for wins and losses in games played and
completed by the last Saturday (unless weather causes delays) in the regular season of
the classification for which points are being computed based on classification and
quality of wins and losses. The regular season is determined by the Colorado football regular season
and any games played during that season will count towards wildcard points. Post season contests do
not count toward wild card points.
b) Schools earn victory points for each win and defeat points for each loss, based on the
c) 2A wildcard table.
c) Total points will be divided by the number of games a team has played.
d) EXCEPTION: On each schedule, the first scheduled (chronologically) non-classification
opponent shall count toward wildcard points for the next highest classification. A first scheduled
1A opponent would count as 2A points
for a 2A team.
Examples:
*School A (which is a 2A school) schedules Schools B (1A), C (2A) and D (2A) in nonconference games. All of those games would be factored based on 2A Wild Card Points.
*School E (which is a 2A school) schedules Schools F (2A), G (1A) and H (1A) as nonconference opponents. Under the exception above, School G would be factored as a 2A school, while
H would be factored for 1A points.
5. Enrollment for out-of-state schools will be equated to Colorado classifications.
6. A team that wins because they are awarded a forfeit will count the game as a win for their season record.
A team that loses because of a forfeit will count the game as a loss for their season record.
7.
a) If a school fails to field a team and does not play one game, each of its scheduled games shall be
counted as no contest.
b) If a school plays at least one game and discontinues its schedule, each of its games scheduled prior
to the season shall count as a forfeit and will be computed in the wildcard standings. If a nonconference game is cancelled because a team discontinues its schedule, a school may reschedule
another game to count in place of the originally scheduled game. If they cannot reschedule the game
they will be awarded a forfeit.
c) All games scheduled after the start of the season must be approved by the Commissioner in order
to count in the wildcard standings.
8. Teams playing an opponent twice will receive separate victory and bonus points for each game.
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2014 2A BRACKET
November 1
November 8
November 15
November 22
#1
#16
#8
#9
#4
#13
#5
#12
#3
#14
#6
#11
#7
#10
#2
#15
Higher seed is home team in the first round.
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Classification
Of Opponent
VICTORY POINTS
4A
110 pts.
108 pts.
105 pts.
102 pts.
99 pts.
96 pts.
93 pts.
90 pts.
87 pts.
84 pts.
Varsity
(Opp. 9
(Opp. 8
(Opp. 7
(Opp. 6
(Opp. 5
(Opp. 4
(Opp. 3
(Opp. 2
(Opp. 1
(Opp. 0
3A
100 pts.
97 pts.
94 pts.
91 pts.
88 pts.
85 pts.
82 pts.
79 pts.
76 pts.
73 pts.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
2A
90
87
84
81
78
75
72
69
66
63
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
1A
80
77
74
71
68
65
62
59
56
53
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
DEFEAT POINTS
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
80
70
70
60
60
50
50
40
40
35
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
Varsity
(10 wins)
(9 wins)
(8 wins)
(7 wins)
(6 wins)
(5 wins)
(4 wins)
(3 wins)
(2 wins)
(1 win)
9 wins)
8 wins)
7 wins)
6 wins)
5 wins)
4 wins)
3 wins)
2 wins)
1 wins)
0 wins)
70
60
60
50
50
40
40
30
30
25
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
(10 wins)
(9 wins)
(8 wins)
(7 wins)
(6 wins)
(5 wins)
(4 wins)
(3 wins)
(2 wins)
(1 win)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
60
50
50
40
40
30
30
20
20
15
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
(10 wins)
(9 wins)
(8 wins)
(7 wins)
(6 wins)
(5 wins)
(4 wins)
(3 wins)
(2 wins)
(1 win)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
50 pts. (10 wins)
40 pts. (9 wins)
40 pts. (8 wins)
30 pts. (7 wins)
30 pts. (6 wins)
20 pts. (5 wins)
20 pts. (4 wins)
10 pts. (3 wins)
10 pts. (2 wins)
5 pts. (1 win)
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2014-16 3A Football Conferences (41 schools)
(Enrollment: 600-1049)
Northern (8)
Berthoud
Erie
Frederick
Holy Family
Mead
Niwot **
Northridge
Roosevelt
678
770
969
619
767
1311
1046
817
Colorado 7 (8)
Elizabeth
Englewood
Fort Lupton
Fort Morgan
Lutheran *
Skyview
Vista Peak
Weld Central
762
611
601
892
329
780
877
609
Metro North (6)
Centaurus
Arvada
Conifer
D’Evelyn
Evergreen
Thomas Jefferson
1017
905
819
642
1009
1027
Southern (6)
Canon City
Discovery Canyon
Harrison
Lewis-Palmer
Mitchell **
Woodland Park
1019
1009
815
1033
1215
881
Western Slope (8)
Delta
Eagle Valley
Glenwood Springs
Central G.J. **
Palisade
Rifle
Steamboat Springs
Summit
626
711
797
1452
1049
720
645
770
South Central (5)
Classical Academy
Pueblo Central
Pueblo County
Pueblo East
Sierra
618
827
833
1030
877
* playing up
** playing down







3A PLAYOFF FORMAT
Teams will be seeded by a committee that includes one administrator from each conference (no
coaches). The committee will seed using the following criteria (in no particular order): wildcard
points, head-to-head, common opponents and geography in the first round.
Each conference champion will receive an automatic playoff berth. Seeds 7-16 will be determined
by wild card points. The 6 conference champions plus the next two highest remaining teams in
wildcard points will host the in the first round
Conference opponents will not face each other in the first round
Wild Card Points – If a 3A team plays a 5A team they will receive 4A victory or defeat points
The State Championship game will be played at the highest seed, regardless of the number of
previous games hosted in the playoffs
Battle Mountain must win their 2A league outright and finish in the top 16 of the 3A wildcard
points to qualify for the 3A - 16 team playoff bracket
The 3A championship site must accommodate a seating capacity equal to or greater than 2,500.
Playoff schools that cannot accommodate the minimum seating capacity of their classification
must designate a regional site prior to their first playoff contest.
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Classification
Of Opponent
DEFEAT POINTS
VICTORY POINTS
5A
120 pts.
117 pts.
114 pts.
111 pts.
108 pts.
105 pts.
102 pts.
99 pts.
96 pts.
93 pts.
Varsity
(Opp. 9 wins)
(Opp. 8 wins)
(Opp. 7 wins)
(Opp. 6 wins)
(Opp. 5 wins)
(Opp. 4 wins)
(Opp. 3 wins)
(Opp. 2 wins)
(Opp. 1 wins)
(Opp. 0 wins)
Varsity
90 pts. (10 wins)
80 pts. (9 wins)
80 pts. (8 wins)
70 pts. (7 wins)
70 pts. (6 wins)
60 pts. (5 wins)
60 pts. (4 wins)
50 pts. (3 wins)
50 pts. (2 wins)
45 pts. (1 win)
4A
110 pts.
108 pts.
105 pts.
102 pts.
99 pts.
96 pts.
93 pts.
90 pts.
87 pts.
84 pts.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
80
70
70
60
60
50
50
40
40
35
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
(10 wins)
(9 wins)
(8 wins)
(7 wins)
(6 wins)
(5 wins)
(4 wins)
(3 wins)
(2 wins)
(1 win)
3A
100 pts.
97 pts.
94 pts.
91 pts.
88 pts.
85 pts.
82 pts.
79 pts.
76 pts.
73 pts.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
70
60
60
50
50
40
40
30
30
25
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
(10 wins)
(9 wins)
(8 wins)
(7 wins)
(6 wins)
(5 wins)
(4 wins)
(3 wins)
(2 wins)
(1 win)
2A
90
87
84
81
78
75
72
69
66
63
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
60
50
50
40
40
30
30
20
20
15
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
(10 wins)
(9 wins)
(8 wins)
(7 wins)
(6 wins)
(5 wins)
(4 wins)
(3 wins)
(2 wins)
(1 win)
1A
80
77
74
71
68
65
62
59
56
53
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
50 pts. (10 wins)
40 pts. (9 wins)
40 pts. (8 wins)
30 pts. (7 wins)
30 pts. (6 wins)
20 pts. (5 wins)
20 pts. (4 wins)
10 pts. (3 wins)
10 pts. (2 wins)
5 pts. (1 win)
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2014 3A BRACKET
November 8
November 15
November 22
November 29
#1
#16
#8
#9
#4
#13
#5
#12
#3
TBA (Home
Site)
#14
#6
#11
#7
#10
#2
#15
Home team is the higher seed in the first round.
FORMAT
1.
The CHSAA office shall compute the playoff points, making all information available to schools
in contention following Week 7 games.
2.
The number of points a team scores in a game will have no bearing on the point system.
3.
Victory Points – Defeat Points:
a. Victory points and defeat points are earned for wins and losses in games played and
completed by the last Saturday (unless weather causes delays) in the regular season of the
classification for which points are being computed based on classification and quality of wins
and losses. The regular season is determined by the Colorado 10-week 4A regular season.
Any varsity games played during the regular season will count toward wildcard points. Post
season games do not count toward wildcard points.
b. Schools earn victory points for each win and defeat points for each loss, based on the
following table:
c. Total points will be divided by the number of games played.
d. EXCEPTION: On each schedule, the first scheduled (chronologically)
non-classification opponent shall count toward wildcard points for the next
highest classification. A first scheduled 3A opponent could count as 4A points
for a 4A team.
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Examples:
o
o
o
School A (which is a 4A school) schedules Schools B (3A), C (4A) and D (4A) in nonconference games. All of those games would be factored based on 4A Wild Card Points.
School E (which is a 4A school) schedules Schools F (5A), G (3A) and H (4A) as nonconference opponents. Under the exception above, School G would be factored as a 4A
school, while F would be factored for 5A points.
School I (which is a 4A school) schedules Schools J (3A), K (3A) and L (4A) as nonconference opponents. School J would be factored as a 4A school under the exception
above and the other two games as their classification dictates.
4.
JV opponents will not accumulate points.
5.
Enrollment for out-of-state schools will be equated to Colorado classifications.
6.
A team that wins because it is awarded a forfeit will count the game as a win for its season
record. A team that loses because of a forfeit will count the game as a loss for its season record.
7.
a. If a school fails to field a team and does not play one game, each of its scheduled games shall
be counted as no contest.
b. If a school plays at least one game and discontinues its schedule, each of its games scheduled
prior to the season shall count as a forfeit and will be computed in the Wild Card standings.
If a non-conference game is canceled because a team discontinues its schedule, a school may
reschedule another game during that week to replace the forfeit, or accept the forfeit.
c. All games scheduled after the start of the season must be approved by the Commissioner in
order to count in the Wild Card standings.
8.
Teams playing an opponent twice will receive separate victory and bonus points for each game.
9. Zero Week game shall count as a regular season game and be counted in wildcard points in classes
1A, 2A, 3A, 4A and 5A. The opponent’s game with the team and subsequent games in the regular
season shall also count toward Wild Card points.
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2014-16 4A Football Conferences (42 schools)
(Enrollment: 1050-1609)
Longs Peak (6)
Adams City **
Greeley West
Longmont
Loveland
Thompson Valley
Windsor
1768
1518
1180
1521
1238
1225
Northern (6)
Broomfield
Fort Collins
Greeley Central
Mountain View
Silver Creek
Skyline
1428
1517
1407
1180
1129
1352
Plains (6)
Dakota Ridge
Green Mtn.
Ponderosa
J.F. Kennedy
Lincoln
Littleton
1545
1105
1161
1259
1517
1383
Pikes Peak (6)
Air Academy
Durango
Liberty
Palmer Ridge
Pine Creek
Rampart
1402
1075
1576
1095
1467
1524
Southern (6)
Cheyenne Mtn.
Coronado
Palmer #
P. Centennial
P South
P West
1309
1498
1986
1251
1357
1368
Mountain (6)
Aurora Central **
Denver South
G. Washington
Golden
Standley Lake
Wheat Ridge
2084
1380
1436
1289
1344
1307
Foothills (6)
Falcon
Mesa Ridge
Montrose
Sand Creek
Vista Ridge
Widefield
1253
1330
1361
1231
1239
1240
** playing down
# Playing in the 4A Southern Conference during the regular season but must qualify in the 5A playoffs –
See 5A section for playoff criteria.
2014 4A BRACKET
November 8
#1
November 15
November 22
November 29
Sports Authority
@ Mile High
#16
#8
#9
#4
#13
#5
#12
#3
#14
#6
#11
#7
#10
#2
#15
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4A PLAYOFF CRITERIA
A committee of administrators (no coaches), one from each conference, and the CHSAA football
liaison, will seed the 16 qualifiers. The conference champions are automatic qualifiers. The top 16
qualifiers will be based on the final CHSAA wildcard standings. If a league champion is not in the
top 16 in wildcard points, they will replace the 16th qualifier.
The committee will determine the seeding based on, but in no particular order: wildcard points, head
to head, common opponents, overall record, league standing and geography. Conference opponents
will not be paired in the first round.
4A semifinal sites must accommodate a seating capacity equal to or greater than 3,500. Playoff
schools that cannot accommodate the minimum seating capacity of their classification must
designate a regional site prior to their first playoff contest.
FORMAT
1.
The CHSAA office shall compute the playoff points, making all information available to schools
in contention following Week 7 games.
2.
The number of points a team scores in a game will have no bearing on the point system.
3.
Victory Points – Defeat Points:
a. Victory points and defeat points are earned for wins and losses in games played and
completed by the last Saturday (unless weather causes delays) in the regular season of the
classification for which points are being computed based on classification and quality of wins
and losses. The regular season is determined by the Colorado 10-week 4A regular season.
Any varsity games played during the regular season will count toward wildcard points. Post
season games do not count toward wildcard points.
b. Schools earn victory points for each win and defeat points for each loss, based on the
following table:
c. Total points will be divided by the number of games played.
d. EXCEPTION: On each schedule, the first scheduled (chronologically)
non-classification opponent shall count toward wildcard points for the next
highest classification. A first scheduled 3A opponent could count as 4A points
for a 4A team.
Examples:
o
o
o
School A (which is a 4A school) schedules Schools B (3A), C (4A) and D (4A) in nonconference games. All of those games would be factored based on 4A Wild Card Points.
School E (which is a 4A school) schedules Schools F (5A), G (3A) and H (4A) as nonconference opponents. Under the exception above, School G would be factored as a 4A
school, while F would be factored for 5A points.
School I (which is a 4A school) schedules Schools J (3A), K (3A) and L (4A) as nonconference opponents. School J would be factored as a 4A school under the exception
above and the other two games as their classification dictates.
4.
JV opponents will not accumulate points.
5.
Enrollment for out-of-state schools will be equated to Colorado classifications.
6.
A team that wins because it is awarded a forfeit will count the game as a win for its season
record. A team that loses because of a forfeit will count the game as a loss for its season record.
7.
a. If a school fails to field a team and does not play one game, each of its scheduled games shall
be counted as no contest.
b. If a school plays at least one game and discontinues its schedule, each of its games scheduled
prior to the season shall count as a forfeit and will be computed in the Wild Card standings.
If a non-conference game is canceled because a team discontinues its schedule, a school may
reschedule another game during that week to replace the forfeit, or accept the forfeit.
c. All games scheduled after the start of the season must be approved by the Commissioner in
order to count in the Wild Card standings.
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8.
Teams playing an opponent twice will receive separate victory and bonus points for each game.
9. Zero Week game shall count as a regular season game and be counted in wildcard points in classes
1A, 2A, 3A, 4A and 5A. The opponent’s game with the team and subsequent games in the regular
season shall also count toward Wild Card points.
Classification
Of Opponent
5A
VICTORY POINTS
DEFEAT POINTS
120 pts.
117 pts.
114 pts.
111 pts.
108 pts.
105 pts.
102 pts.
99 pts.
96 pts.
93 pts.
Varsity
(Opp. 9 wins)
(Opp. 8 wins)
(Opp. 7 wins)
(Opp. 6 wins)
(Opp. 5 wins)
(Opp. 4 wins)
(Opp. 3 wins)
(Opp. 2 wins)
(Opp. 1 wins)
(Opp. 0 wins)
Varsity
90 pts. (10 wins)
80 pts. (9 wins)
80 pts. (8 wins)
70 pts. (7 wins)
70 pts. (6 wins)
60 pts. (5 wins)
60 pts. (4 wins)
50 pts. (3 wins)
50 pts. (2 wins)
45 pts. (1 win)
4A
110 pts.
108 pts.
105 pts.
102 pts.
99 pts.
96 pts.
93 pts.
90 pts.
87 pts.
84 pts.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
9 wins)
8 wins)
7 wins)
6 wins)
5 wins)
4 wins)
3 wins)
2 wins)
1 wins)
0 wins)
80
70
70
60
60
50
50
40
40
35
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
(10 wins)
(9 wins)
(8 wins)
(7 wins)
(6 wins)
(5 wins)
(4 wins)
(3 wins)
(2 wins)
(1 win)
3A
100 pts.
97 pts.
94 pts.
91 pts.
88 pts.
85 pts.
82 pts.
79 pts.
76 pts.
73 pts.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
70
60
60
50
50
40
40
30
30
25
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
(10 wins)
(9 wins)
(8 wins)
(7 wins)
(6 wins)
(5 wins)
(4 wins)
(3 wins)
(2 wins)
(1 win)
2A
90
87
84
81
78
75
72
69
66
63
60
50
50
40
40
30
30
20
20
15
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
(10 wins)
(9 wins)
(8 wins)
(7 wins)
(6 wins)
(5 wins)
(4 wins)
(3 wins)
(2 wins)
(1 win)
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
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WILDCARD TIE-BREAKING SYSTEM - (all classes except 6-man, 8-man and 1A)
To be used if wildcard teams have the same number of playoff points
Tie Breaker: Head-to-head competition - if three or more teams are tied, head-to-head competition
will be used only if one team beats all of the other tied teams. If, after applying Steps 1 and 2 of the
tie breaker process, two teams are tied, head-to-head shall be applied. The team(s) with the highest
number of Tie-breaker Points shall be awarded the playoff berth(s):
1st Level Points + 2nd Level Points = Tie-Breaker Points
Games Played
A. Award 1st level points as follows:
5A 4.0 points
4A 3.5 points
3A 3.0 points
2A 2.5 points
1A 2.0 points
A-8 1.5 points
A victory over any team in these classifications is worth that number of points.
B. Award Second Level Points as follows:
If you beat a team, you also receive all of the points they accumulate during the season.
If they beat a 5A team, your school receives 4.0 points
If they beat a 4A team, your school receives 3.5 points, etc.
C. Example:
Fairview (4 wins) 3.5, 4.0, 4.0, 4.0
Longmont (7 wins) 4.0, 3.5, 3.5, 3.5, 4.0, 3.5,
3.5
Rocky Mtn. (4 wins) 3.5, 3.5, 3.5, 4.0
Mullen (5 wins)
4.0, 3.5, 4.0, 4.0, 4.0
Smoky Hill (1 win) 3.5
2nd Level
Points
= 15.5
= 25.5
= 14.5
= 19.5
= 3.5
78.5
1st Level Points
4.0
3.5
4.0
4.0
4.0
+
19.5 = 9.8 (TB Pts.)
(10 games)
D. Coin Flip
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2014-16 5A Football Conferences (49 schools)
(Enrollment: 1610-up)
Centennial (6)
Cherokee Trail
Cherry Creek
Eaglecrest
Grandview
Overland
Valor *
2633
3512
2513
2588
2282
847
Continental North (6)
Rock Canyon
Fruita Monument
Highlands Ranch *
Mountain Vista
ThunderRidge
Regis *
1948
1706
1608
2100
2019
1408
Continental South (6)
Castle View
Doherty
Ftn. Ft. Carson
Legend
Chaparral
Douglas County
1850
2064
1714
1978
2105
1824
Front Range (8)
Fairview
Fossil Ridge
Horizon
Legacy
Monarch
Mountain Range
Poudre
Rocky Mountain
2128
2090
1917
2178
1624
1964
1780
1934
Jeffco (8)
Arvada West
Bear Creek
Chatfield
Columbine
Lakewood
Pomona *
Ralston Valley
Mullen *
1703
1729
1805
1660
2091
1448
1748
723
Flatirons (8)
Boulder
Brighton
Denver East
Montbello
Northglenn
Prairie View
Thornton
Westminster
1939
1841
2433
2160
1796
1794
1770
2390
South Metro (7)
Arapahoe
Gateway
Heritage
Hinkley
Rangeview
Grand Junction
Smoky Hill
2188
1680
1668
1923
2305
1694
2141
* playing up
5A QUALIFYING FORMAT
The top 32 qualifiers will be determined by the final CHSAA wildcard standings at the conclusion of week
9. A committee of administrators (no football coaches), one from each conference, will seed the bracket.
The committee will true seed the 32 qualifiers to the bracket with playoffs to begin on week 10. The
committee will also seed teams 33-50 and determine a week 10 matchup for those teams, avoiding
matchups with conference opponents. Geography may be a consideration when seeding 33-50. Seeding
of the 32 qualifiers will be based on, in no particular order; wildcard points, head-to-head, common
opponents, overall record, league standing, strength of schedule, and an RPI ranking system as developed
by Rockypreps. Each quadrant will contain seeds 1-8 (overall, four #1's, four #2's, and so on) to provide
flexibility in placement on the bracket. In addition, conference champions will be guaranteed a first
round home contest by being placed in the top 16. The committee will attempt to place the top two seeds
from each conference in separate quadrants. Other conference opponents will not be paired in the first
round. Palmer High School is a 5A Independent and will be considered by the seeding committee and
placed in a week 10 matchup as one of the 50 5A schools being considered by the committee.
With the exception of two western slope 5A schools, all week 10 lower level contests are expected to be
played matching up with week 10 varsity opponents. At least one level must be at the opposite site of the
varsity contest unless mutually agreed upon.
5A semifinal sites must accommodate a seating capacity equal to or greater than 5,000. Playoff schools
that cannot accommodate the minimum seating capacity of their classification must designate a regional
site prior to their first playoff contest.
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2014 5A STATE FOOTBALL BRACKET
November 1
A Region
1
#1
8
November 8
November 15
November 22
November 29
November 22
Sports Authority
@ MILE HIGH
November 15
November 8
November 1
C Region
#2
1
#32
#31
8
4
#16
#15
4
5
#17
#18
5
2
#8
#7
2
7
#25
#26
7
3
#9
#10
3
6
#24
#23
6
B Region
Region
D
1
#4
#3
1
8
#29
#30
8
4
#13
#14
4
5
#20
#19
5
2
#5
#6
2
7
#28
#27
7
3
#12
#11
3
6
#21
#22
6
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5A WILDCARD CRITERIA
FORMAT
1. Teams will qualify for wildcard berths based on which team earns the highest number of playoff
points. (Victory Points + Defeat Points = Playoff Points)
Games played
2.
The CHSAA office shall compute the playoff points, making all information available to schools
in contention following week 6. The announcement of the wildcard teams shall be made on the
Sunday prior to the beginning of playoffs and shall be official at noon on Monday (unless
emergency situations exist). No protest shall be entertained after the deadline unless it involves
wrong information supplied by the qualifying team.
3.
The number of points a team scores in a game will have no bearing on the point system.
4.
A team with a greater amount of playoff points may jump ahead of a team that has finished
higher in conference standings.
5.
Victory Points – Defeat Points:
a.Victory points and defeat points are earned for wins and losses in games played and completed
by the last Saturday (unless weather causes delays) in the regular season of the classification
for which points are being computed based on classification and quality of wins and losses.
The regular season is determined by the Colorado 9-week 5A regular season and any varsity
regular season games played during that season will count toward Wild Card points. Post
season contests do not count toward wildcard points.
b. Schools earn victory points for each win and defeat points for each loss, based on the table
below.
c. Total points will be divided by the number of games played.
d. EXCEPTION 1: On each 5A schedule, the first scheduled (chronologically) nonclassification opponent shall count toward wildcard points for the next highest
classification. A first scheduled 4A opponent would count as 5A points for a 5A team.
Examples:
o School E (which is a 5A school) schedules Schools F (5A), G (4A) and H (4A) as nonconference opponents. Under the exception above, School G would be factored as a 5A
school, while H would be factored for 4A points.
o School I (which is a 5A school) schedules Schools J (3A), K (4A) and L (4A) as nonconference opponents. School J would be factored as a 4A school under the exception
above and the other two games as their classification dictates.
6.
JV opponents will not accumulate wildcard points.
7.
Enrollment for out-of-state schools will be equated to Colorado classifications.
8.
A team that wins because it is awarded a forfeit will count the game as a win for its season
record. A team that loses because of a forfeit will count the game as a loss for its season record.
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9.
a. If a school fails to field a team and does not play one game, each of its scheduled games shall
be counted as no contest.
b. If a school plays at least one game and discontinues its schedule, each of its games scheduled
prior to the season shall count as a forfeit and will be computed in the wildcard standings.
If a non-conference game is canceled because a team discontinues its schedule, a school may
reschedule another game in place of the forfeit, or they may accept the forfeit.
c. All games scheduled after the start of the season must be approved by the Commissioner in
order to count in the wildcard standings.
10.
Teams playing an opponent twice will receive separate victory and bonus points for each game.
11.
Any CHSAA-approved Zero-Week game shall count as a regular season game and be counted
in wildcard points in classes 2A, 3A, 4A and 5A. The opponent’s game with the team and
subsequent games in the regular season shall also count toward wildcard points.
Classification
Of Opponent
5A
VICTORY POINTS
DEFEAT POINTS
120 pts.
117 pts.
114 pts.
111 pts.
108 pts.
105 pts.
102 pts.
99 pts.
96 pts.
93 pts.
Varsity
(Opp. 9 wins)
(Opp. 8 wins)
(Opp. 7 wins)
(Opp. 6 wins)
(Opp. 5 wins)
(Opp. 4 wins)
(Opp. 3 wins)
(Opp. 2 wins)
(Opp. 1 wins)
(Opp. 0 wins)
Varsity
90 pts. (10 wins)
80 pts. (9 wins)
80 pts. (8 wins)
70 pts. (7 wins)
70 pts. (6 wins)
60 pts. (5 wins)
60 pts. (4 wins)
50 pts. (3 wins)
50 pts. (2 wins)
45 pts. (1 win)
4A
110 pts.
108 pts.
105 pts.
102 pts.
99 pts.
96 pts.
93 pts.
90 pts.
87 pts.
84 pts.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
80
70
70
60
60
50
50
40
40
35
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
(10 wins)
(9 wins)
(8 wins)
(7 wins)
(6 wins)
(5 wins)
(4 wins)
(3 wins)
(2 wins)
(1 win)
3A
100 pts.
97 pts.
94 pts.
91 pts.
88 pts.
85 pts.
82 pts.
79 pts.
76 pts.
73 pts.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
70
60
60
50
50
40
40
30
30
25
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
(10 wins)
(9 wins)
(8 wins)
(7 wins)
(6 wins)
(5 wins)
(4 wins)
(3 wins)
(2 wins)
(1 win)
2A
90
87
84
81
78
75
72
69
66
63
60
50
50
40
40
30
30
20
20
15
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
(10 wins)
(9 wins)
(8 wins)
(7 wins)
(6 wins)
(5 wins)
(4 wins)
(3 wins)
(2 wins)
(1 win)
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
pts.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
(Opp.
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
wins)
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WILDCARD TIE-BREAKING SYSTEM - (all classes except 6-man & 8-man) - To be used if wildcard
teams have the same number of playoff points
Tie Breaker: Head-to-head competition - if three or more teams are tied, head-to-head competition
will be used only if one team beats all of the other tied teams. If after applying Steps 1 and 2 of the
tie breaker process, two teams are tied, head-to-head shall be applied. The team(s) with the highest
number of Tie-Breaker points, shall be awarded the playoff berth(s):
1st Level Points + 2nd Level Points = Tie-breaker Points
Games played
A. Award 1st Level Points as Follows:
5A 4.0 points
4A 3.5 points
3A 3.0 points
2A 2.5 points
1A 2.0 points
A-8 1.5 points
A victory over any team in these classifications is worth that number of points.
B. Award Second Level Points as Follows:
If you beat a team, you also receive all of the points they accumulate during the season.
If they beat a 5A team, your school receives 4.0 points
If they beat a 4A team, your school receives 3.5 points, etc.
C. Example:
Fairview (4 wins) 3.5, 4.0, 4.0, 4.0
Longmont (7 wins) 4.0, 3.5, 3.5, 3.5, 4.0, 3.5,
3.5
Rocky Mtn. (4 wins) 3.5, 3.5, 3.5, 4.0
Mullen (5 wins)
4.0, 3.5, 4.0, 4.0, 4.0
Smoky Hill (1 win) 3.5
2nd Level
Points
= 15.5
= 25.5
= 14.5
= 19.5
= 3.5
78.5
1st Level Points
4.0
3.5
4.0
4.0
4.0
+ 19.5 = 9.8 (TB Pts.)
(10 games)
D. Coin Flip
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VI.
POLICIES (ALL CLASSES):
A. NO GAMES - conference or non-conference - WILL END IN A TIE. If the game is to be extended, the
National Federation tiebreaker method (10-yard line) shall be used.
B. Ties in conference standings to determine state berths and/or state seeding shall be broken based leagues
tie-breakers. Additional games may not be played to break ties.
EXCEPTION: A playoff (involving 2 or more teams) may be conducted in order to break tie(s) in
conference standings. However, in no case may a school exceed the 10-game limit as a result of a game
to break a tie in the standings. The CHSAA must be notified in writing, by September 1 if a tie is to be
broken by additional play.
1. Conferences that break ties in standings without additional play will do so by the conference's
adopted tiebreaker system, a copy of the same that must be filed with the CHSAA Office for review
by September 1 of each year. In the event a conference does not file a tiebreaker system, it must
break ties in the following manner: (Note: If there is a 3 (or more) way tie and one of the teams is
removed from the tie, the remaining teams will revert to head-to-head (if possible) to determine
which is the higher qualifier.)
a. Head-to-head (record against each of the teams involved).
b. In conferences or sub-divisions, the conference or sub-division may elect to use inter sub-division
results as a factor in the tie-breaking method, after applying 1.
c. Record against top team in conference or sub-division.
d. Record against next highest common conference opponent above tie.
e. Record against next lower common conference opponent below tie.
f.
Highest number of playoff points in the wildcard Criteria.
g. Coin flip by CHSAA Commissioner
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In accordance with the CHSAA Constitution and By-laws, all playoffs shall be under the management of the Commissioner,
who will have final authority and responsibility for their conduct.
PLAYOFF DATES, TIMES, SITES
The football playoff dates for 2013 are established by the CHSAA Legislative Council and appear on the brackets on pages
22-39 of this bulletin.
It is the desire of the Association that schools mutually establish game times and dates which best accommodate the interests
of each school and community.
NOTE:
All mutually established game times and dates are subject to final approval by the CHSAA office. When
mutual agreement for the game time and date cannot be reached the following statements will apply:
1.
Saturday, 1:00 p.m. and Friday 7:00 p.m. are preferred.
2.
Semifinal games will be played on Saturday, 1:00 p.m. Exception: Semifinal games may be played on
Friday, 7:00 p.m. if it is mutually agreed upon by both teams, if there is a facility conflict, or there is a
television opportunity.
3. Thursday playoff games will be allowed through the quarterfinals if mutually agreed upon by both
teams. If not agreed upon the preferred game times will be Friday at 7:00 p.m. or Saturday at 1:00 p.m.
4. When mutual agreement cannot be reached and travel distance is 150 miles or greater, then the game
will be played on Saturday. Friday night will be considered a reasonable option if the distance is less
than 150 miles.
5. Both home and visitor will be provided the opportunity to supply input in the scheduling process but
more weight shall be given to the home team preference.
6. Six or seven days rest following the previous game shall be considered adequate and will not be a
consideration when establishing the date.
7. The Commissioner shall have the sole province to designate game times, dates and sites, including weeks
when a school district is hosting more than one game.
d.
Stadium Arrangements - The Commissioner (or his designee) has the authority to select the site based on
the adequacy of the seating, field conditions, etc. Minimum seating capacities have been established and
can be found in the respective playoff format sections.
e.
Playoff games shall not be postponed without the permission of the Commissioner (or his designee).
f.
The Commissioner (or his designee) shall have the authority to select an alternate site in the event of poor
playing conditions.
g.
Determining sites for State Football Playoff Games (ALL CLASSIFICATIONS) - In the opening round of
the state playoffs, the teams with the higher designation (No. 1 higher than No. 2) will host. EXCEPTION
– In 1A, Conference Champions will host in the first round regardless of seed.
The home team at each subsequent playoff game shall be that team which has had the fewer home games
during the state playoffs. If both teams have had an equal number of home games, then:
In Class A6/A8, a coin flip will be conducted by the Commissioner to determine home site.
In CLASS 1A/2A/3A/4A/5A – the team with the higher designation will host that game. EXCEPTION: in
2A, if home playoff games are equal and the match-up involves two league opponents, the team with the
higher regular season standing will host regardless of seed.
For bracketing purposes, the team designated on the bracket or by a coin flip shall remain as the designated home team
regardless of where the game is played
.
Situation 1:
Team A is designated the home team by a coin flip, but will not guarantee Team B's
expenses. Team B guarantees A's expenses and hosts the game.
Ruling 1:
For future site consideration, A has played a home game, while B has been away.
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Situation 2:
Team A wins the coin flip, but chooses to travel to Team B.
Ruling 2:
A has been home; B away.
Situation 3:
Team A, designated as the home team, cannot meet the seating requirements and plays the
game at Team B's field.
Ruling 3:
Team A has been at home; Team B away.
Situation 4:
Teams A and B agree to play at a neutral site.
Ruling 4:
Home and visiting team must still be designated based on the criteria above.
Situation 5:
Due to the extreme travel involved, Team A and Team B agree to play at a neutral site
before the coin flip takes place. Which team is designated as the home team while playing
at the neutral site?
Ruling 5:
A coin flip will determine which team is home and away in the next contest (even though
played at a neutral site), as well as for subsequent playoff games.
Please Note:
SAT tests are scheduled for November 8 and December 6. Inform your players well in advance. Class
2A, 3A and 4A begin their playoffs November 12, while 6-man, 8-man, 1A and 5A begins November 5.
2A, 3A, 4A and 5A championships are on December 3rd.
CONFERENCE DESIGNATION OF REPRESENTATIVES
Under the playoff format, conferences have the responsibility of developing and identifying the priority
for their representatives into the playoffs where applicable. Thus, the conference through its designated
representative must notify the CHSAA office prior to the publishing of the bracket of the No. 1
representative, the No. 2 representative, etc. Please note, the terms "champions, co-champions, secondplace tie", etc. are not acceptable.
If, for example, a conference would have a "co-champion", the conference by the adopted Legislative
Council guidelines, must specify which team is its No. 1 representative and its No. 2 representative. This
principle would hold true for any combination, such as a "three-way tie" for first or second place.
Please note, conferences/divisions may not exceed the allowable game limit in breaking standing ties.
TIE BREAKER PROCEDURE DUE DATE
Please note: Conference tie-breaker procedure is due in the CHSAA office before September 1.
You can email it to [email protected] or FAX to (303) 367-4101.
METHOD OF BREAKING TIES FOR CONFERENCES
The following is the approved Legislative Council method for the breaking of ties in all conferences and
divisions to determine conference entry into the state playoffs.
1. NO GAMES -- conference or non-conference -- WILL END IN A TIE. If the game is to be extended, the
National Federation tie-breaker method (10-yard line) shall be used.
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2. Breaking Ties in Conference or Division Standings -- A playoff (involving 2 or more teams) may be
conducted in order to break tie(s) in conference or division standings. However, in no case may a
school exceed the game limit as a result of a game to break a tie in the standings. The CHSAA must
to be notified in writing prior to game, if a tie is to be broken by additional play.
a. Conferences/divisions that break ties in the standings without additional play will do so by the
conference's adopted tie-breaker system, a copy of which must be filed with the CHSAA office
for review by August 21st or if there is a change in the format currently on file. If one of the
following eliminates one team from a tie, revert back to No. 1 (head-to-head) to see if the
remaining tie(s) can be resolved. In the event a conference does not file a tie-breaker system, it
must break ties in the following manner:
1.
2.
Head-to-head (record against each of the teams involved).
In conferences divided into divisions, the conference or division may elect to use inter
sub-division results as a factor in the tie-breaking method, after applying #1.
3.
Record against top team in conference or sub-division.
4.
Record against next highest common conference opponent above tie.
5.
Record against next lower common conference opponent below tie.
6.
Highest number of playoff points in the Wild Card Criteria. In 2A-5A, use wild card
point system.
7.
Coin-flip by CHSAA Commissioner.
b. In 6-man if there is a three-way (or more) tie for a qualifying position(s), the following tiebreaker will be used:
1) Head to Head
2) Overall Winning Percentage
3) California Playoff
c. In 8-man and 1A, follow steps above – (A) 1-5 & 7.
1. 3-way tie:
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
Coin flip will determine "odd-man out".
A vs. B for one half
Winner of first half plays C (odd-man)
Winner of the 2nd half receives highest seed
If loser of 2nd half did not meet the loser of the 1st half, the two teams will play a 3rd
half to determine the next seed.
2. 4-way tie:
a.
Pairings will be determined by draw, except that the teams with the better records
against the other three teams tied shall play one half against the teams with the poorer
records in Round 1.
e.g. - A (2-1) vs. B (1-2)
C (2-1) vs. D (1-2)
b.
The winners of Round 1 will play one half to determine the highest and next highest
seed.
c.
If it is necessary to determine further seeds, the losers of Round 1 will play a half.
In situations 1, 2 and 3 below, the rulings apply unless a conference or sub-division has predetermined
it will break ties in the standings, outlined in 2 (exception).
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Situation 1:
Team A and Team B tie for third in their conference, which qualifies three teams to the
playoffs. Team A beat Team B in their conference game.
Ruling 1:
An extra game may not be played. Team A qualifies; Team B does not.
Situation 2:
Team A, Team B, and Team C finish with 6-2 records to tie for first in a conference which
qualifies two teams to the playoffs. In their conference games, Team A beat both Team
B and Team C, while Team B beat Team C.
Ruling 2:
Team A enters the playoffs as the conference's No. 1 entry; Team B enters as the No. 2
representative.
Situation 3:
Team A, Team B, and Team C tie for second place in a conference which qualifies two
teams. In their conference games, Team A beat Team B, Team B beat Team C, and Team
C beat Team A.
Ruling 3:
The "Method of Breaking Ties for Conferences” will be used to resolve the tie; unless a
conference has determined by August 30 (and has notified the CHSAA in writing) that it
will break ties with their own procedures. The regulations in No. 2 must be followed if
an additional game is to be played.
Home Site Formula
In order to facilitate planning and to aid communication, the determination of home sites for all potential
games will be decided approximately 1½ weeks in advance. On Tuesdays, the CHSAA staff will develop
every possible combination of match ups for the weekend games to be played approximately 1½ weeks
in the future. The formula to determine home sites will be applied and when necessary, coin flips will be
conducted for A6/A8. The listing of all potential games, with home sites determined, will then be posted
on the internet. This information will allow you to announce potential sites at your playoff game.
When necessary, the coin flips will be conducted in the CHSAA office at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesdays, 1½
weeks prior to the actual game. All coaches, administrators or other school representatives are cordially
invited to attend these flips. The tossing of the coin will take place for all contests required, not just for
those individuals present.
This information will be posted on the CHSAA Homepage (www.chsaa.org) by 3:00 p.m. each Tuesday
under “SportsFootballHomesites.”
TENTATIVE SITES AND NOTIFICATION OF SITES AND GAME TIMES
Schools are asked to have sites tentatively under reservation in advance, thus providing for a quick
release of information and game arrangements. The home school must notify the CHSAA Office by
11:00 a.m. Monday as to the exact site and negotiated time of the upcoming contest.
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AWARDS
In all classifications, the following team awards will be presented by the Commissioner, Associate
Commissioner or Assistant Commissioner at mid-field immediately following the team handshake.
The trophy presentation provides a great educational opportunity for both teams. Plan with your
team an appropriate way to accept the trophy on behalf of the school.
1 championship trophy
1 second place plaque
Additionally, each participant in the state semifinals in concert with the allowable roster number for
expenses will be given a participation certificate. Additional certificates may be purchased from the
CHSAA office for 25 cents apiece. Contact our mailroom personnel at the CHSAA office at (303) 3445050.
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MEMBER
SINCE 1924
14855 E. 2nd Ave.
Aurora, CO 80011
“Seeking Excellence in Academics, Activities and Athletics”
(303) 344-5050
Fax (303) 367-4101
www.chsaa.org
TO: ATHLETIC DIRECTORS AND COACHES
The combined efforts of the players, coaching staffs, administrators and parents have all contributed in
making this football season a success. The excitement and thrill of becoming part of the interscholastic postseason competition, uniquely filled with tradition and honors, will be an experience never to be forgotten.
As representatives of your respective schools, conferences and communities, you will be expected to conduct
yourselves with integrity, pride, and as true sportsmen, regardless of the outcome. The CHSAA is proud of
you, not only for the hard work and numerous sacrifices made on the field, but for your scholastic efforts and
services to your school. These are indeed achievements to be commended.
It takes exceptional people properly supporting our outstanding interscholastic activities association to
produce a quality playoff program. On behalf of the CHSAA Board of Directors and the Legislative Council,
I extend best wishes to each of you and a sincere note of appreciation for your continued support.
The enclosed orientation materials have been designed to assist your efforts and we urge the following points
be addressed:
1. Establish a staff meeting date to include the principal, athletic director, head football coach and activities
director to review the major points of the playoff bulletin and refer any areas requiring further clarity to
Harry Waterman in the CHSAA office.
2. Complete the Roster Team Information form on-line at www.chsaa.org the rosters will go to the appropriate
e-mail address. You will need to send a team photo to the Kukulski Brothers, 2127 S. Priest Drive; Suite
404, Tempe, AZ 85282, or you may e-mail a .jpg photo to them at: [email protected] no
later than the Monday following your final regular season game.
3. The CHSAA bookkeeper will e-mail the appropriate financial forms the week of your home playoff games.
Use this form to report all financial information. Instructions will be included with the e-mail.
If you have further questions, please do not hesitate to contact our office.
Sincerely,
Harry Waterman
Assistant Commissioner
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Gate-List/Roster Information
Our interactive form that can be found on the CHSAA web site:
chsaa.org
To access the roster/gate list click on Sports/Activities - a drop down box will appear – select football>
click on the gate-list link. Fill out the form completely. Click on the Email Submit button, which
will e-mail the form back to CHSAA and The Kukulski Brothers who will be printing the program.
Please Note: Please send a team picture to the Kukulski Brothers at:
2127 S. Priest Dr. Suite 404
Tempe, AZ 85282
Or email a .JPG photo to the Kukulski Brothers at:
[email protected]
The Kukulski Brothers need a good, clear photo. Color photos are preferred. The photos should be
standard team shots -- either 5x7 or 8x10. Please make sure the photo is sharp. They cannot make a
bad photo look good and they want all fans of your high school to be able to recognize your team.
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FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS
GUIDELINE FOR ANNOUNCERS
Good afternoon! Welcome to the 2014 football playoffs, sponsored by the Colorado High School
Activities Association.
(visiting team)
and
(home team)
, competing in today's Class (5A, 4A, 3A, 2A, 1A, A-8,
A-6) (preliminary round, quarterfinals, semifinals, championship) have emerged from a field of (A-6,
32; A-8, 41; 1A, 38; 2A, 40; 3A, 41; 4A, 42; 5A, 49) schools playing (A-6, A-8, 1A, 2A, 3A, 4A, 5A)
football in Colorado.
Regardless of the score of today's game, we ask that all present consider the time and effort that each of
these teams have put forth in reaching this level. By your actions, allow these young people to feel
pride in their communities and schools. Show your appreciation, too, for the countless students also in
the spotlight on the field today -- the cheerleaders, pom pon girls, the band, the pep club and the
students who have supported their teams at home and away. These students have played an important
role in their team's success.
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SPOT ANNOUNCEMENTS
(For Broadcast during athletic events)
The schools taking part in today’s event are part of the nearly 350 members of the Colorado High School Activities
Association. As member schools, we promote and protect the privilege of participation in interscholastic athletics
and activities. We also promote lifetime values like respect, hard work, teamwork, sporting behavior and
citizenship. We help reach and motivate students. We develop policies as a group and enforce them as a
responsibility of membership. We are coaches, game officials and administrators, voluntarily working for the
common good of kids. We are the C-H-S-A-A.
The C-H-S-A-A membership would like to remind everyone at today’s game that whether you are a participant, a
coach or a spectator, Cheer for Your Team and Not against Your Opponent. The only true measure of good
sportsmanship is cheering for your team and not against your opponents.
There’s a misconception that the reason kids take part in high school sports is to earn college scholarships. In
reality, students say the primary reason they play school sports is to have fun, and the percentage of those players
who receive college scholarships is less than five percent. But what comes from the opportunity to compete has
lifetime staying power, and is more valuable than a scholarship. Today’s student participants are the leaders of
tomorrow. Support your local school activities program.
Educational athletics – including contests like this one – teach lifetime values such as respect for your opponents,
coaches, officials and classmates. There are few better places than athletic competition to demonstrate respect
for others. By your demonstration of respect for those participating and watching today, you underscore that the
most important part of high school competition is the people involved and not the game itself.
Today’s state championship is an athletic showcase for Colorado’s talented young people. It is also a showcase
for the lesson they have learned in sporting behavior and respect for each other. Please celebrate the talent that
brought these students here today and the behavior that honors their opponents.
Over seven million kids play high school sports in the US. Just four percent those go on to play sports in college.
An even lesser percentage of those athletes earn athletic scholarships in college. Six point two percent of college
football players move on to play professionally and just two point four percent of college basketball players move
on to play professionally. High School Sports give kids the chance to strive, dream and set realistic goals in their
lives.
Look at the most successful students in any school and what do you see? You see young people involved in
athletics, speech, music, student council and other co-curricular activities. You see improved grade point
averages and attendance records. You see our leaders of tomorrow. That's why academics and other schoolsponsored activities are great curriculum partners. Support high school activities in your high school.
The score of any athletic event is generally forgotten over time, but the actions of the players, coaches and
spectators are remembered. The next time you attend a high school game, think of how history will remember
you. Sporting behavior – It’s the essence of the game. Remember what high school activities are all about –
participation, teamwork, effort and sacrifice. Let’s keep high school activities in the proper perspective. Together
we can show that our sporting behavior matters.
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Attention all Colorado High School Football Coaches
SPORTS AUTHORITY FIELD WELCOME
Class 4A and 5A Championships – Sports Authority Field @ Mile High
To all coaches and players:
From the Colorado Sports Hall of Fame and the Denver Broncos Football Club, we would like to welcome the
beginning of the CHSAA High School Football Championships at Sports Authority Field @ Mile High.
On November 29th, we will launch the 10th annual 5A and 4A championship games in an atmosphere similar to a
Broncos home football game. This day will be special for everyone in attendance, from the players and coaches to
the fans.
We encourage all the players and coaches in Colorado to attend this special day. Please let Harry Waterman know
if you and your team will be attending the championships so that we can give you a special welcome that day.
The "Road to SPORTS AUTHORITY" for Championship Saturday will give everyone in our state a chance to visit
and tour the best football stadium in the country. Ticket costs for the game will be $10 for student, $15 for adult
and free parking. We invite everyone involved in high school football in the state of Colorado to attend and enjoy
a glorious and memorable day!
We hope to see you there!
Tom Lawrence
Mac Freeman
Tom Lawrence, CEO
Colorado Sports Hall of Fame
Mac Freeman, V. President/Gen. Manager
SPORTS AUTHORITY Field @ Mile High
Class 4A and 5A Coaches Please Note
There will be a press conference involving of the 4A and 5A final teams’ coaches and administrators on Tuesday,
November 25th, at 10:30 a.m. at SPORTS AUTHORITY Field @ Mile High. A walk through of the facility to cover
the details of the upcoming championship day will precede the conference beginning at 9:00am.
TELEVISED 4A, 5A FINALS
Date: Saturday, November 29th
Site: Sports Authority Field at Mile High
As per Legislative Council, the Commissioner shall designate which schools play in live television contests and
shall have final responsibility for designating site and game time.
Please Note: The 40-point Mercy Rule does not apply to championship final(s), if broadcast live.
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FINANCIAL REGULATIONS
RESPONSIBILITY
The principal of each school participating in the CHSAA football playoffs shall be responsible to see
that prescribed procedures pertaining to playoff regulations, as outlined in this section, are followed.
If the principal so desires, this responsibility may be delegated to a member of his/her staff.
1. All performing groups (i.e., dance groups, pom pons, flag teams, drill teams, etc.) must make
previous arrangements with the site director. The site director will arrange for admission either
by passes, gate list, or other means.
a. Marching band members in official uniform who are scheduled to perform at half time
will be admitted at the discretion of the site director and are not limited to the 35
member maximum for pep bands.
b. The CHSAA defines a pep band as a musical group from the school's music program and
designed to perform before games, at time outs and halftime (sharing time with opposing
school's pep band). The number of members allowed is 35, must have typical pep band
instrumentation (50% wind instruments is minimum).
GATE PROCEDURES
All schools hosting playoff games should make certain that gate personnel handling tickets are advised
of the following procedures:
1.
2.
All tickets presented for admission are to be torn in half. Return the stub to the patron.
All tickets are to be checked for appropriate color. This is to prevent someone from entering
with a ticket designated for another game or with a ticket that was used for the previous playoff
round. This also prevents an adult from entering with a student ticket, a student with a child's
ticket, etc.
All schools hosting playoff games should have one entrance gate designated as the "Pass Gate". This
gate, properly identified with an appropriate sign and staffed by a qualified person, would be used
exclusively for the admission of all holders of CHSAA Media passes, Courtesy Cards and those passes
issued by the host athletic director.
When a person presents a CHSAA Courtesy Card, the gate attendant should request a photo ID to
ensure that the person presenting the card is who is listed on the card. The same process should be
used for Coaches Association cards. Please Note: CHSAA Courtesy Cards allow entrance for bearer
and 1 guest only. The Coaches Association card is for the bearer only. The CHSAA strongly
encourages schools to use a sign-in sheet for the CHSAA Courtesy Card, CHSCA Coaches Card and
CHSAA Media Pass to ensure the proper usage of said passes. The form can be found in the CHSAA
Form Book.
It is highly recommended that the visiting team have a faculty member or other representative
assigned to the main entrance gate prior to and during the game to assist if necessary.
Please Note: By Legislative Council action, the Commissioner is authorized to conduct spot audits of
playoff attendance and receipts. Be sure your gate personnel understand the importance to you and the
Association of carefully monitoring the gate.
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FINANCIAL REPORT
Hosting CHSAA playoff events correctly is a major responsibility. The hard work and conscientious efforts of the
site host is greatly appreciated by not only the CHSAA administrative staff but also all the schools, participants
and fans at these events.
While at times, hosting events is an addition to your already full schedule, it does provide opportunities for your
school and teams.
Hosting playoff events at your school provides for the following:
1.
2.
3.
4.
An opportunity to put your school at center stage.
An opportunity to display your administrative style and competence.
Allows your teams to maintain a normal routine prior to the contests by staying at their own homes.
Allows your fans to maintain a normal routine by not having to travel and incur the cost associated with
this travel.
5. There may even be a competitive advantage to playing at a familiar site with no travel.
6. Hosting can be financially attractive, if for no other reason than for concessions sales and no travel
expense for the host school.
7. Gives your school an opportunity to build a program.
With the above advantages stated, a host school may lose money covering the expenses necessary to host. When
considering the cost for school travel, even for short trips, the host school is ahead financially when the 20% of
the gate allowed for host expenses does not cover all the costs to host.
As a result of the above, when a school hosts a playoff event it is not normally acceptable to bill other
participating schools for expenses if the gate is not sufficient to cover these expenses. The many advantages of
hosting, both financially and competitively, should cover the costs of hosting over the 20% allowed.
In order to cover any expenses that exceed the 20% of the gate given to host a playoff event, the host school can
seek volunteers to conduct the event, seek agreement from all schools involved to raise ticket prices, off set
expenses with concession money, get corporate support or find many other creative ways to help finance the
event, so that it can be held in your school and community.
The above is stated with an understanding that each sport and situation is individual. Schools at site may all
choose to rent a gym, a piece of equipment, etc., and agree to share the cost of this extra expense. Any agreement
of this type should be accepted by all schools involved and communicated to the CHSAA administrator in charge
of this sport.
In some cases, it is possible that hosting is not right for you or your school. Please inform all involved with
playoff organization so that your school is not considered as a potential host.
The home school will account for the revenue from the game, pay all expenses for the game, and complete the
financial report, sending one copy each to the visiting school and the CHSAA office.
In playoff contests of all classifications, the gate will be divided as follows: The CHSAA will receive 10% of the
gross receipts and 70% of the net proceeds, after expenses have been paid for each playoff contest. The two
participating schools will divide (equally 15% each) the remaining 30% of the net proceeds.
Playoff financial reports, please note that each host school will receive an email from Donna Coonts prior to
hosting with an attached excel report.
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ALLOWABLE TRANSPORTATION, MEALS AND LODGING
Schools should plan/negotiate the transportation guarantee as soon as possible before the upcoming
contest. This is required to avoid miscommunication and give a clear picture of the financial
responsibilities of the host. See CHSAA Legislative Council Minutes, Tournament and Playoff Finance
report - Reimbursements.
Meals:
Lodging:
Transportation:
$4.00 (breakfast); $5.00 (lunch); $6.00 (dinner) per person
$12.00 per person - for actual overnights used
A-6 -5A: 1-60 miles one way (120 round trip) -- actual cost of bus (not to exceed $180). If
round trip miles are greater than 121 miles and up to 399 miles round trip--$1.25 per mile
(starting at mile 1), regardless of roster count. For mileage over 400 miles (round trip),
transportation will be paid at $1.00 per mile from mile 400 forward.
The home team and visiting teams from 60 miles or less (one-way) are not permitted a meal.
A team must travel 200 miles (one way) before they are entitled to an overnight stay guarantee. A team must travel
325 miles and actually stay a second night in order to be reimbursed for the second night.
Home and visiting teams should communicate with each other in advance about expenses. During discussions,
consider what you would ask for if you were on the other side. In another year, you might be.
Maximum number of allowable participants for expenses:
A-6 & A-8 ...............................
1A ............................................
2A ............................................
3A .............................................
4A ............................................
5A ............................................
Roster count +5 not to exceed 25
Roster count +5 not to exceed 35
Roster count +5 not to exceed 40
Roster count +5 not to exceed 44
Roster count +5 not to exceed 47
Roster count +5 not to exceed 50
Not used for
transportation cost
HOST GUARANTEE EXPENSES
If the host team will not guarantee the expenses (as outlined in this bulletin) of the team designated to travel and if
the designated traveling team will guarantee the expenses of the other team on its field, then the game site will be
changed.
If neither team will guarantee expenses, then the game will be played as originally scheduled. If there is a deficit,
and neither team has guaranteed expenses, both schools shall share the deficit equally.
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ALLOWABLE TRANSPORTATION, MEALS AND LODGING – (continued)
If the host school shows a net loss greater than the amount shown on the statement which should be
paid to the CHSAA, no money is owed to the CHSAA. Example 1: If a school hosting a football playoff
game shows a net loss of $1 and the CHSAA share shown on the statement is $50, the net amount paid
to the CHSAA is $49. Example 2: If a school hosting a football playoff game shows a net loss of $100
and the CHSAA share on the statement is $50, no money is to be paid to the CHSAA.
GAME FACILITY EXPENSES
The following are approved maximum game expenses for the host school in managing the contest (these
amounts are set to make game expenses reasonable – this is increase revenue to both competing schools):
A-6 -A-8 -1A -2A -3A -4A -5A --
$300
$300
$400
$400
$550
$675
$750
Expenses in employing police may be added to the allowable game expense at the discretion of the host
school. All expenses must be itemized. Game films, video-tape, statisticians are not an approved
allowable expenses. Please do not request to exceed the amount.
RENTAL FACILITIES, BLEACHERS
Host schools which have a rental fee to pay on facilities will assume this obligation. However, if by
mutual agreement, two schools agree to rent facilities not normally used by either, permission must be
granted in advance by the CHSAA. With respect to additional bleachers moved in and snow removal,
the host school will assume this obligation.
CONCESSIONS AND PROGRAMS, ETC.
Where concessions and programs are involved in a playoff contest, the profit or loss from such
enterprises shall not be included as part of the financial report. The home school will handle the
programs (except championship finals) and concessions as a separate venture and need not share the
profit nor expect the CHSAA or visiting school to share in any loss. In the championship final only, for
all classes the CHSAA will assume all publication costs and provide the championship program, through
its licensed vendor, Kukulski Brothers.
ADMISSION PRICES
The following are the minimum admission prices for CHSAA state football playoff games and as
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established by the CHSAA Board of Directors:
Pigtails, Prelims, Quarterfinals & Semifinals Finals (A6, A8, 1A, 2A, 3A)
Pre-school (age 4 and under) ................ Free
Student (K-12) & Sr. Citizen (age 60) .. $6.00
Student (K-12) & Sr. Citizen (age 60) ..$5.00
General Admission................................ $9.00
General Admission................................$8.00
Reserved (if available)........................... $9.00
Finals (4A, 5A)
Student (K-12) & Sr. Citizen (age 60) $10.00
General Admission.............................. $15.00
Certain State Football tickets are available through Ticket Leap at https://chsaa.ticketleap.com/
Please Note: By mutual agreement, participating schools may charge more than the above minimum prices.
However, past experience has shown that public relations are enhanced if people are paying the same price
for the same class of game at every location. The CHSAA does not set the ticket prices at Sports Authority
Field at Mile High.
COMPLIMENTARY TICKETS, CHSAA PASSES
Each school competing in the playoffs will be furnished complimentary tickets (not including players,
coaches and managers) for each playoff game by the host school – A-6 (10 tickets), A-8 (12), 1A (15), 2A
& 3A (20), 4A & 5A (25) (except the 4A, 5A championship games where 15 will be provided). If additional
complimentary tickets are desired, they must be purchased at the prevailing rate by the school. Only the
CHSAA Courtesy Card, CHSCA Coaches Pass and CHSAA Press Pass will be honored at all football
playoff contests. No league passes will be honored.
BAND & PEP BAND ADMISSION INFORMATION
Only 35 pep band members, including director, will be admitted at no charge to the state playoffs,
providing each member of said groups complies with the following conditions:
1. The site director is notified in advance and the group appears at the entrance designated by the
site director.
2. Cheerleaders must be in uniform (25 limit), accompanied by two sponsors. Band members must
have an instrument in possession and be accompanied by the director.
Please Note: Two sponsor for cheerleaders, one director for bands will be admitted at no charge.
STATE SPIRIT ENTRY
Roster maximum as designated by classification plus 2 coaches.
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USE OF REGISTERED OFFICIALS
All CHSAA member schools must use only officials registered with the CHSAA for all varsity and junior varsity contests
(strongly recommended for sub-junior varsity contests). All registered officials receive a registration card each year, with
their names appearing in the official football directory. Both of these lists are mailed to all member schools. In
circumstances in which registered officials are not available, permission to use non-registered officials must be received
from the CHSAA. The CHSAA office and members of the CFOA stand ready to aid you in obtaining competent officials
for your games. Both organizations are also always on the alert for new officials. If you have a senior who expresses
an interest in officiating and who appears to have the desirable qualifications, encourage him or her to become
a registered official by calling Monica Tillman at the CHSAA Officials Office (303-364-1337).
Neither the program, the players nor the development of quality officials, benefit from the use of unqualified officials. Make
every effort to use registered officials.
Some suggestions on the employment of officials:
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b.
Mutually agree on acceptable officials within your league or with each individual school.
Attempt to employ these officials early. (Officials in some geographical areas are not permitted to accept contracts until
after the assignment meetings are over.)
c. Attend your area assignment meeting.
d. Do not hire officials who actively seek games or who are unethical in other ways.
e. Have a written agreement with each official. Contract forms for this purpose are available from the CHSAA.
f. Pay them promptly, preferably before the game or at the half.
g. Keep good records on all officials!! From these records you may wish to re-employ in future years.
h. Report immediately to the CHSAA Office any conduct on the official's part which is in violation of the officials' code of
ethics (inside cover of football officials' directory).
I. In an emergency, contact the area vice president (page 1, football officials' directory). He can help you secure an official.
j. Live up to your contract with the official. Do not attempt to "remove" him after a controversial ball game.
k. Attempt to use a variety of officials. It is inappropriate for the official and inappropriate for the school to use the same
official over and over again. Usually, two times a season is more than enough.
l. Make officials feel that they've stepped into a quality football program. Have a person greet the officials upon their arrival.
Provide a clean, secure room for their pre-game conference and provide half-time beverages. Assign someone to open
the door of the officials' room at half-time and after the game.
m. Hire adult chain crews and instruct them to arrive at least 30 minutes before game time to meet with the officials.
Your attention is called to the officials' fee schedule approved by the CHSAA Legislative Council:
4 or 5 officials -- $57.00 per official
3 officials
-- not recommended for 11-man football
Sub-Varsity
-- $43.00 per official
Same Official works sub-varsity ($43.00) followed by varsity ($57.00) on same day --$100.00 (total).
Note 1: Jefferson County (except Conifer, Elizabeth, Evergreen and Summit), Denver, Continental, Skyline (except Fort
Lupton), Front Range (Fort Collins, Loveland, Poudre and Rocky Mountain), Frontier (except Bennett, Clear Creek, Lake
County, Middle Park and Platte Canyon), Metropolitan and Centennial leagues will not pay mileage between league cities,
but will pay a mileage travel stipend of $2 to each official between league cities. Colorado Springs schools will pay mileage
travel stipend of $2 to officials selected from the Colorado Springs Officials’ Association. An official that is assigned to two or
more contests at a given site on the same day shall be paid one travel stipend or reimbursement.
Travel: If all officials are on a convenient route (same city) $.40 per mile one way. If men are not on a convenient route
(different cities not located along the usual route) $.40 per mile one way for each car involved. No mileage will be paid to an
official whose town of residence is 20 miles or closer to the host school. Full mileage will be paid to officials who travel over
20 miles.
Only ONE driver will be paid for each contest. This will be paid to the official on the crew who travels the
furthest. Issues with multiple drivers must be solved between the officials and the assignor prior to the game.
In lieu of per diem, a rider fee of $10 is paid to officials, non-drivers only, who are riding on trips of 75 miles or
more one-way.
A single assigned or single self-assigned official to a contest will receive the posted single game fee.
Meals: Over 75 miles (one way) -- Breakfast $4.00, Lunch $5.00; Dinner $6.00 (each official
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OFFICIALS CONTINUED
In assigning officials to all playoff games the CHSAA staff will make every attempt to assign officials from a neutral area within
reasonable travel distance from the game site, unless the two competing schools are from the same assignment area.
The CHSAA staff has adopted a standard format for soliciting input and assigning state officials.
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Administrator in charge of each activity will solicit input from the following:
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League presidents - coaches' input at this level.
a. Assigners
Coaches Associations (CHSCA)
Area Directors
a. President or designee and Board of Directors of CFOA
b. Individual Officials
CHSAA Football Committee
District Athletic Directors
The state officials will be selected based on the following:
1. Compliance with CFOA requirements
2. Recommendations (above)
3. Past performance evaluations at state
4. Geographic representation
5. Attempt to maximize opportunities for officials to work state playoffs. In conjunction with the CFOA, the CHSAA will
attempt to use a minimum of 10% officials who have not worked the previous year's state playoffs.
6. When possible, an official shall not officiate the State Championship finals of the same classification in consecutive
years.
Please Note: Some officials areas are requesting application for playoff assignments. If so, that process will also be
considered when selections are made.
EVALUATE YOUR OFFICIALS
The CHSAA and the Colorado Football Officials Association value your input on the officiating in our state. A special interactive
form has been set up at www.chsaa.org for coaches to evaluate the officials in each of their games. Once on the CHSAA site,
simply click on >coaches>coaches home> Officials’ Rating Evaluation Card to get to the form. If coaches will take a minute
and fill out the form for each game this season, valuable information can be gathered. It is important that the coaches approach
this with the mindset that constructive criticism is the best way to improve officiating in Colorado.
Neutrality Priority When Assigning Officials to in Post Season/Travel Cost an Impact
Every effort will be made to cut the travel cost when assigning officials in the post season though the priority of assigning will
be to maintain neutrality. In general if two teams are competing from different areas of the state, the officials will not be
assigned from either of the areas of the competing teams. However if the teams are from the same area, the officials could
be assigned from the same area or any combination of areas. Below is the legend for area football officials and a couple of
examples.
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Metro Denver
Canon City
Colorado Springs
Pueblo
Trinidad
La Junta
Ft. Collins
Boulder/Longmont
Wray
Football Officials by Area
10. Greeley
11. Monte Vista
12. Durango
13. Cortez
14. Grand Junction/West Central
15. Lamar
16. Craig/Steamboat Springs
17. Glenwood Springs
Examples 1: Pine Creek from Colorado Springs is playing Highlands Ranch from the metro Denver area. The officials will be
selected from any of the other areas. Therefore a crew from Limon, which is from the East, could be selected whether the
game is played at Highlands Ranch or Pine Creek.
Example 2: If George Washington from Denver plays Fairview from Boulder, the officials could be selected from any area.
The three officials may be selected from three different areas or any combination of areas. This would be true if the two teams
were from Durango and Fort Collins.
The concept of mixed crews is important in football where the teams come from all areas of the state. In many cases it is
simpler to ensure neutrality by having umpires from two or three different areas of the state on a game. Following these
guidelines, a school can determine on its own from which area playoff officials could be assigned.
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CFOA WELCOME
Welcome to the 2014 football season.
Over the past year, our organization took giant steps forward by producing our own CFOA Mechanics
Manual. This effort headed up by Kirk Russell and George Demetriou and input from many others in our
organization will provide a manual that will guide us toward a consistent statewide product. As expected,
several topics came under considerable debate but now our individual responsibility is to follow the
mechanics as outlined. Our experiences and input, along with evaluation of a large volume of game film,
will allow CFOA to make improvements in the future. This effort will only be successful if we all follow our
state adopted mechanics manual.
In an effort to improve accountability of officials for actions that occur on and off the field, a committee
formed under the leadership of Mark Usery. This allows the CFOA in an organized fashion to deal with
complaints against official(s) or an adverse action by an official. This process will provide a method for
timely actions. By taking this step, we will be taking on our own responsibility of monitoring and
sanctioning officials, if necessary. This has been coordinated with the assistance of Tom Robinson, CHSAA
Officials Liaison.
The recently developed physical standards test continues modification to more closely represent what we
do on the field. The physical standards test is not an assessment of fitness. This will continue to be a
responsibility of each individual official. Your physical condition is as important to the athletes you referee
as to yourself.
It will soon be time for Master Clinics across the state. Please make an extra effort to attend one of these
clinics produced by George Demetriou. George was recently honored by being placed in the 2014 class of
National Federation of High Schools (NFHS) Hall of Fame. This is a well-deserved honor for a man that has
dedicated so much time and expertise to our organization.
Thank you all for your hard work and dedication to the CFOA. Have a great season.
Sincerely,
Bob Loyd CFOA President
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2014 MASTER FOOTBALL CLINICS
The CHSAA, in cooperation with the Colorado Football Officials' Association, will be sponsoring nine
State Master Clinics in the state. Sites, dates and times are listed below. For help, questions or
comments, contact George Demetriou at (719) 535-1893.
2014 Regional Master Clinics
LOCATION
ATTENDEES
DATE/TIME
1- Erie HS
Longmont
Longmont, Greeley, Ft Collins
Sat. 7/19 – 9 AM
2- Yuma HS
Yuma
Wray
Sun. 7/20 – 10 AM
3- Canon City HS
Canon City
Canon City
Weds. 7/23 – 5 PM
4- Denver North HS
Denver
Denver
Sat. 7/26 – 9 AM
5- John Mall HS
Walsenburg
Pueblo, LaJunta, Lamar, Trinidad
Sun. 7/27-10 AM
6- Mercy Hospital
Durango
Durango, Cortez, Monte Vista
Sat. 8/2– 9 AM
7- Rifle HS
Rifle
GJ, Steamboat Spgs, Glenwood Spgs
Sun. 8/3 – 9 AM
8- Trinity United
Methodist Church
Colorado Springs
Tue. 8/5 – 5 PM
It is hoped that no coach, school official or football official will have to travel too far to attend one of
these State Master Clinics. Experience has shown that clinics have proven valuable in assisting officials
to interpret rules the same all over the state and to assist coaches to better understand the high school
rules, thus, the State Master Clinic format. Coaches and school officials are urged to attend the
meetings. If you cannot attend one of the State Master Clinics, contact the CFOA Vice President in
your area and inquire about New Officials’ clinics, study sessions or meeting dates.
INVITE AN OFFICIAL!
The Colorado Football Officials Association has encouraged schools to invite officials to attend
preseason parent/player meetings to review rule changes and areas of rule emphasis. Contact your local
area director to make these arrangements.
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Sportsmanship Protocol at all CHSAA Contests and Activities
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National Anthem-When the National Anthem is played or the Pledge of Allegiance is
recited, students, fans, coaches and players should stand at attention, remove hats
and face the flag.
Cheerleaders/Fans/Spectators
It is recommended that there be positive cheers only.
Only cheerleaders may use megaphones.
All patrons must wear shirts and shoes. Face painting is allowed.
Cheer and tumbling routines must be in front the your team’s student body. Routines
that spill onto the area of the opposing team are prohibited.
Cheer squads may perform under the basket area outside the free vertical lane lines
at all times.
Banners
One cloth or vinyl banner may be used, but must be sanctioned by the game
management, principal, and/or athletic director before the contest. Note: Some
facilities, including venues used for CHSAA playoffs, may not allow any banners.
Paper banners are not allowed at CHSAA sponsored playoff events.
The words and graphics on banners must be positive: i.e. “beat”, “outscore”,
“conquer”, etc.; Negative banners: i.e. “kill”, “maim”, “scalp”, etc., will be
confiscated and may result in no future use of banners.
Banners must not block the view of others.
Noisemakers
All artificial noisemakers are prohibited. This includes: cowbells, drums, whistles,
horns, plastic clackers, thunder sticks, etc. Exception: bleacher kicking is permitted
if the facility management allows it.
An air horn or cannon may be used on the field and only if supervised by a school
designee. It should never be disruptive to the playing of the game and used only
during dead ball periods at the end of playing action.
No musical instruments and/or amplified music, including drums, shall play while
the game clock is running or when a ‘live-ball’ situation is applicable by rule, whether
the game is indoor or outdoor. This includes fanfares, drum rolls, etc. The only time
the game, once started, is not “in progress” is during a timeout or intermission. This
applies to the use of outdoor, in-gym, or in-arena sound systems and public address
announcements. The announcer is an integral member of game administration and
is a reporter of information not necessarily obvious to spectators. Great care must
be exercised to see that neither team gains an advantage from announcements over
the public address system. Announcers are not "play-by-play” announcers.
There shall be no amplified instruments at any CHSAA playoff events.
A list of acceptable and unacceptable behaviors can be found in the Game
Management and Sportsmanship Expectation Guide included in your
school box.
CHEER FOR YOUR TEAM AND NOT AGAINST THE OPPONENT!!
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To: CHSAA Member Schools Coaches/Principals/Athletic Directors
RANDOM ACTS OF SPORTSMANSHIP INITIATIVE
In a recent meeting of the Sportsmanship Committee the decision was made to identify what the committee
feels happens more often than most people think and that is our teams, student-athletes, coaches, student
bodies, parents, and fans participate in positive acts of sportsmanship. Therefore the Committee stole from
the concept of random acts of kindness to propose a project for the CHSAA called Random Acts of
Sportsmanship.
At this past summer’s meetings of the National Federation of High School Associations (NFHS), the inaugural
presentation of the Spirit of Sport of Award was given to Evergreen High School for encouraging and
selecting an autistic student to participate as a cheer athlete. It was unprecedented in that this cheer athlete
was a full member at all cheer activities, including competitions. The Evergreen cheer squad did care about
their scores in competition but only that they compete as a team. This was a random act of sportsmanship.
Team was placed above winning.
Within our 343 schools, the committee knows that this type of positive sporting behavior happens all the time
in the CHSAA. The Committee is asking that you announce this project to your student body to be on the
lookout for random acts of sportsmanship. The Committee/CHSAA will select from the pool of submissions
and pick the top five, which will be presented at the fall Sportsmanship Symposium. Those individuals who
participated in these random acts of sportsmanship will be recognized at the Symposium as well.
THE DETAILS
Where to Submit: CHSAA website – chsaa.org/Sports + Activities/Sportsmanship/ “Random Acts of
Sportsmanship” link
What to Submit: Scenario/Description of Events and Characters
How many to Submit: Unlimited
Questions??? to [email protected].
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MEMBER
SINCE 1924
14855 E. 2nd Ave.
Aurora, CO 80011
“Seeking Excellence in Academics, Activities and Athletics”
(303) 344-5050
Fax (303) 367-4101
www.chsaa.org
August 2014
TO:
CHSAA Football Coaches and Administrators
FR:
Harry Waterman, Assistant Commissioner
RE:
Anabolic Steroids
Over the past several years, the documented use of anabolic steroids by college and professional athletes
has been on the increase. The United States Congress has become involved and is trying to determine what
each professional and college organization is doing to combat the use.
The National Federation of State High School Associations has taken the lead in providing a program from
which to build a stronger education approach to helping students and parents understand the risks involved
in using these illegal drugs. The NFHS has developed a multimedia educational initiative called “Make the
Right Choice.”
While the number of steroid cases is small in comparison to those of students using other illegal drugs, I
wanted to provide you with some basic information that might assist your efforts in spotting potential problems
among your athletes.
And, please remember that there is no substitute for listening to your athletes when they talk about
themselves and others. Coaches hold the key to this preventative effort. Look, listen and educate your
athletes on the dangers of using anabolic steroids.
Side Effects from use of Anabolic Steroids
All professional and amateur sports organizations ban the use of steroids because of their dangerous side
effects and because steroids give competitors an unfair advantage.
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The use of steroids by young people whose bones are still growing will result in stunted growth.
Girls, like boys, use steroids to excel at their sport, recover from injury and modify their appearance.
Girls who use steroids can grow body and facial hair and experience permanent voice lowering.
Boys who use steroids can form breast tissue, begin to lose their hair (go bald) and have their testicles
shrink.
Boys and girls who use steroids can have thick, oily skin, which often leads to severe acne on the face
and body.
Steroid users report an initial feeling of wellbeing that is later replaced by mood swings, loss of sleep and
paranoia. Reports of depression are common in people who stop using steroids.
Some athletes have died from steroid use either because of the effects of the steroids on their body or
the effects of discontinuing steroid use without a doctor's help.
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Past 12 Colorado Football Champions
See the back of your CHSAA Handbook for a complete list of past champions.
2002
A6
A8
1A
2A
3A
4A
5A
Peetz
Stratton
Akron
Holy Family
Florence
Monarch
Columbine
2008
A6
A8
1A
2A
3A
4A
5A
Hi-Plains
Dayspring
Akron
Olathe
Glenwood Springs
Wheat Ridge
Mullen
2003
A6
A8
1A
2A
3A
4A
5A
Idalia
Merino
Limon
Denver Christian
Palisade
Loveland
Ponderosa
2009
A6
A8
1A
2A
3A
4A
5A
Idalia
Merino
Yuma
Faith Christian
Valor Christian
Heritage
Mullen
2004
A6
A8
1A
2A
3A
4A
5A
Hi-Plains
Haxtun
Limon
Faith Christian
Rifle
ThunderRidge
Mullen
2010
A6
A8
1A
2A
3A
4A
5A
Idalia
Hoehne
Burlington
Olathe
Elizabeth
Valor Christian
Mullen
2005
A6
A8
1A
2A
3A
4A
5A
Idalia
Merino
Limon
Holy Family
Florence
ThunderRidge
Douglas County
2011
A6
A8
1A
2A
3A
4A
5A
Fleming
Daysprings Christian
Burlington
Florence
Windsor
Valor Christian
Columbine
A6
A8
1A
2A
3A
4A
5A
Fleming
Hoehne
Cedaredge
Kent Denver
Silver Creek
Monarch
Valor Christian
A6
A8
1A
2A
3A
4A
5A
Liberty/Stratton
Dayspring Christian
Paonia
Platte Valley
Coronado
Pine Creek
Valor Christian
2013
2006
A6
A8
1A
2A
3A
4A
5A
Idalia
Granada
Akron
Faith Christian
Alamosa
Wheat Ridge
Columbine
2007
A6
A8
1A
2A
3A
4A
5A
Eads
Merino
Akron
Platte Valley
Berthoud
Pueblo West
Grandview
2014
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