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FEAR Fall League 2026 | Official Welcome & League Guide

Welcome to the Fall 2026 Season! Below is the comprehensive guide containing everything players and team captains need to know regarding schedule, gameplay rules, and strict eligibility requirements.

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📅 Season Schedule & Location

 Dates: September 10, 2026 – November 12, 2026 (Up to a 10-week season) 

Monday nights @ 06:00pm - 09:00pm 

 Location: Algonquin College — Building A Gym

Address: 1385 Woodroffe Ave, Ottawa, ON

🏀 League & Playoff Structure

 Guaranteed Games:  8 games guaranteed per team.

 Regular Season: 7 games.

 Playoffs: Everyone qualifies! The postseason operates on a single-game elimination format.

⏱️ Game Play & Clock Rules

 Game Length: Two 20-minute halves.

 Running Clock:  The clock runs continuously with no stoppage throughout the game.

 The Last 5 Minutes:  Strict stop-time will only take effect during the final 5 minutes of the second half if the game is within a 10-point margin. If a team is leading by 11 points or more, the clock will continue to run.

🛑 Mandatory Player Eligibility

League officials and referees will enforce the following rules prior to every tip-off. 

No exceptions will be made.

| Requirement | Rule Details |

| Uniform Policy | All players must wear a proper team jersey and athletic shorts. Players out of uniform will not be allowed on the court. |

| Financial Policy| Zero Balance Policy: All outstanding league fees must be paid in full. Any player with an unpaid balance will be barred from playing. |

💡 Captains' Note: Please ensure your squad arrives at the Algonquin College gym at least 15 minutes before your scheduled tip-off to handle roster checks and keep the running clock schedule on. 

Here is a clear, organized breakdown of your upcoming deadlines to help you and your team stay on track.

 🗓️ Timeline of Key Deadlines

• July 24 | Launch Price Discount | Last day to lock in the early-bird discount. |
• | July 31 | Custom Jersey Design | Requires a minimum of 8 players signed up by this date. |
• | August 14 | Jersey Personalization | Last day to select your name, number, and size. Requires a minimum of 8 players signed up. |
• | August 14 | Team Name on Jersey | ⭐️Bonus ⭐️ Teams with 8+ players by today can also add their team name. |
• | August 15 | Late Fees Kick In | Avoid extra charges by making sure everything is finalized before today. |

💡Pro-Tip for Captains: Aim to get at least 8 players fully registered by July 31**. Meeting this milestone unlocks your custom jersey design *and* puts you on track to get your team name printed on the jerseys by the August 14 personalization deadline!