KMFL RUles
Rules for U10/U12/U14 Divisions
Common rules to all 3 divisions
All divisions will play 4 Down Football – Teams must pass on either 1st or 2nd down. If they fail to attempt a pass on either down in the opinion of the head referee a 10 Yard Penalty will be assessed. This penalty can be declined.
U10/U12 For the first 3 weeks of the season no blitzes. There WILL NOT be penalties assigned by the officials for blitzing during the first 3 games. However coaches are expected to follow the spirit of the game and regardless of game circumstances or score adhere to this rule.
U14 Only – For the first 3 weeks and for the first quarter ONLY each offense is expected to pass on all downs unless they choose to punt on forth down. If they do not pass on all downs in the first quarter a 10 yard penalty can be assessed or declined. The first quarter will be run time. Time will NOT stop for penalties, injuries, change of possession or called time outs. The Game Referee may use their discretion to stop the clock for injuries at any time. There will be NO Blitzing in the first Quarter for the first 3 weeks while the passing rule is in effect. There WILL NOT be penalties assigned by the officials for blitzing during the first quarter of the first 3 games. However coaches are expected to follow the spirit of the game and regardless of game circumstances or score adhere to this rule.
Rules for U10 Division (6-a-side
Please note unless specified below rules are governed by the 2026 Football Canada tackle Rulebook
Coaches on the Field (applies to U10)
During all games at U10, one coach and one student from each team may be on the field during gameplay. Additionally, one (1) coach from each team may be present on the field at any time positioned in such a manner so as to not interfere with the game i.e. realigning a player prior to the snap of the ball.
Offensive Coach – after your huddle breaks you are to be no less than fifteen (15) yards from the line of scrimmage. You are NOT to communicate in any manner to your players on the field or coaches on the sideline. You are NOT to read the defense and change your plays.
Defensive Coach – after the offensive huddle breaks you are to be no less than fifteen (15) yards from the line of scrimmage. You are NOT to communicate in any manner to your players on the field or coaches on the sideline. You are NOT to read the offense and your formations, blitzes etc.
These rules apply to Coaches on the field, not those on the sidelines.
Timing
Games will play twenty five minutes straight run time per half with no stop time. Time will NOT stop for penalties, injuries, change of possession or called time outs. The Game Referee may use their discretion to stop the clock for injuries at any time.
Additional information
Legal Scrimmage – Each team will have up to 6 players on the field for each play. The offensive team must have at least three (3) players on the line of scrimmage (wingline). The outside players on each end of the wingline and all back fielders are eligible receivers.
Blocking – Shoulder or body blocks may be used. Players may not throw crossbody blocks or rolling blocks by leaving their feet. The Unnecessary Roughness penalty as outlined in the Canadian Amateur Rule Book for Tackle Football applies.
Playing Field
U10 field configuration is to run lengthwise on the field extending in length to utilize the entire length of the regulation field, from the spectator’s sideline to the far hash mark with ten yard end zones. Cones will mark the furthest sideline every five (5) yards.
DEFENSE
- Maximum of 4 rushers / blitzers per play.
- NOTE: Given the developmental aspect of 6-a-side Tyke the maximum 4 rushers / blitzers rule will be monitored by the coaches. There WILL NOT be penalties assigned by the officials for blitzing more than 4 players. However coaches are expected to follow the spirit of the game and regardless of game circumstances or score adhere to this rule.
Special Teams Rule
There will be no kick offs
After each scoring play where a kickoff would normally take place, the team that was scored upon will now take possession on their thirty five (35) yard line and start first (1st) down from that point.
There will be no punting on 4th down, when a team is on their own side of midfield (55 yard line), they have the option to advance the ball twenty five (25) yards and turn the ball over to the other team on downs. The coach must clearly signal the Game Referee in a timely manner should their team choose this option If the offensive team is on the opposing side of mid field (55 yard line), they must run a play.
Converts: 2 points for uncontested kick from the 12 yard line or 1 point for a run play from scrimmage.
There is no option for a contested kick.
Rules for U12 Division (9-a-side)
Please note unless specified below rules are governed by the 2026 Football canada tackle Rulebook
Coaches on the Field (applies to U12)
During all games at U12, one coach and one student from each team may be on the field during gameplay. Additionally, one (1) coach from each team may be present on the field at any time positioned in such a manner so as to not interfere with the game i.e. realigning a player prior to the snap of the ball.
Offensive Coach – after your huddle breaks you are to be no less than fifteen (15) yards from the line of scrimmage. You are NOT to communicate in any manner to your players on the field or coaches on the sideline. You are NOT to read the defense and change your plays.
Defensive Coach – after the offensive huddle breaks you are to be no less than fifteen (15) yards from the line of scrimmage. You are NOT to communicate in any manner to your players on the field or coaches on the sideline. You are NOT to read the offense and your formations, blitzes etc.
These rules apply to Coaches on the field, not those on the sidelines.
Timing
Games will play twenty five minutes straight run time per half with stop time in the last 3 minutes of each half. Time will NOT stop for penalties, injuries, change of possession or called time outs. The Game Referee may use their discretion to stop the clock for injuries at any time.
Additional information
Legal Scrimmage – Each team will have up to nine players on the field for each play. The offensive team must have at least five (5) players on the line of scrimmage (wingline). The outside players on each end of the winglines and all back fielders are eligible receivers.
Blocking – Shoulder or body blocks may be used. Players may not throw crossbody blocks or rolling blocks by leaving their feet. The Unnecessary Roughness penalty as outlined in the Canadian Amateur Rule Book for Tackle Football applies.
Playing Field
U12 field configuration is to run lengthwise on the field extending in length to utilize the entire length of the regulation field, from the spectator’s sideline to the far red line (numbers) with ten yard end zones. Cones will mark the furthest sideline every five (5) yards.
Special Teams Rule
Kickoffs: will take place at the beginning of the game and to start the second (2nd) half, normal rules. After each scoring play where a kickoff would normally take place, the that scored upon will now have a choice; receive a kickoff or take possession on their thirty five (35) yard line and start first (1st) down from that point.
Punting: On 4th down, when a team is on their own side of midfield (55 yard line), they have the option to advance the ball twenty five (25) yards and turn the ball over to the other team on downs. The Coach must clearly signal the Game Referee in a timely manner should their team choose this option if the offensive team is on the opposing side of mid field (55 yard line), they must run a play, which can be an actual kick if they opt to do so. All regular kicking rules apply.
Converts: 2 points for uncontested kick from the 12 yard line 1 point for a run. There is no option for a contested kick.
Field Goal: Uncontested kick
DEFENSE
- Maximum of 5 rushers / blitzers per play.
- NOTE: Given the developmental aspect of 9-a-side Tyke the maximum 5 rushers / blitzers rule will be monitored by the coaches. There WILL NOT be penalties assigned by the officials for blitzing more than 4 players. However coaches are expected to follow the spirit of the game and regardless of game circumstances or score adhere to this rule.
OFFENSE
- 5 players MUST be on the line of scrimmage to start each play
- The middle 3 players are ineligible
- NOTE: the center DOES NOT have to be the middle player. Example: a team can line up with a center / guard and tackle ….making the guard ineligible
Rules for U14 Division (12-a-side)
Please note unless specified below rules are governed by the 2026 Football canada tackle Rulebook