TINY TAGERZ (U4 – U5)
You will need minimum of 8 players to register a team there is no limit to how many numbers you can have in a team.
JUNIORS (U6 – U17)
You will need minimum of 10 players to register a team there is no limit to how many numbers you can have in a team however ACT Oztag recommend 10-12 players to provide plenty of game time.
SENIORS
You will need minimum of 11 players to register a team there is no limit to how many numbers you can have in a team however ACT Oztag recommend 11-13 players to provide plenty of game time and or cover shortage of players.
ACT Oztag will try their best in this situation to place players in the same team, though when signing up as Individual players this cannot always be guaranteed depending on the number of individual players signing up.
Yes, you can play with as little as 5 players. Though there is the opportunity for players to ‘back up/fill in’ if needed, please read these rules carefully.
NO, all teams are to be in matching shirts with numbers on the back by round 3.
Players out of uniform on the field will be penalised one try per player out of uniform. This will be decided by the referee and informed to both teams.
Players are not permitted to swap jerseys on the sideline; each team member must wear their own team jersey.
Shorts and tights will be sold prior to the season commencing. Short Sales will be announced via the ACT Oztag Facebook page prior to the season commencing.
You can also purchase them online here: Home | ACT OZTAG SPORTS PTY LTD (square.site)
Unfortunately, due to the difference in the make of these, they are not covered by our insurance policy, so are not permitted to be worn during the season.
Juniors
Boys: U6, U7, U8, U9, U10, U11, U12, U13, U14, U15, U16 and U18’s
Girls: U6’s, U8’s, U10’s, U12’s, U13’s, U14’s, U15’s, U16’s and U18’s
Mixed: U6’s, U8’s, U10’s, U12’s, U14’s, U16’s, U18’s
Seniors
Players must be 15 years or older to participate in the Senior Competition.
Children are permitted to play up an age division; however, ACT Oztag does not allow players to participate in a younger age group.
While Oztag is a non-contact sport, it is essential to maintain consistency in enforcing age divisions to ensure fairness, safety, and integrity across all competitions.
U6 – U10 JUNIORS
No Marker Allowed.
Dummy Half may run but if tagged a changeover will occur.
Dummy half cannot score.
Defensive line cannot move until the 1st receiver touches the ball or the dummy half runs.
Players can kick on zero (before a play the ball), 4 and 5.
U11 – SENIORS
Marker allowed.
Dummy half can score a try.
Dummy half can run and be tagged.
Defensive line can move when dummy half touches the ball.
Players can kick on zero (before a play the ball), 4 and 5.
Click here: Oztag Rule Book
Mixed Team Competitions: 8 players on the field, with a split of 4 males and 4 females on the field.
Girls/Ladies Competitions: 8 players on the field.
Boys/Men’s: 8 players on the field.
Tiny Tagerz: U4-U5’s: 5 players on the field can be any mix of boys and girls
JUNIORS: Games run for 30 minutes timeslots, 2 x 15 min halves.
SENIORS: Games run for 40 minutes timeslots, 2 x 20 min halves.
1-2min half time break.
ACT Oztag referees are responsible for keeping score during the game.
Mixed: 2 points are given per try for girls. This is not a discriminatory or equality issue, it simply enhances the game.
Boys/Men’s: 1 point per try
Girls/Women’s: 1 point per try
If a division includes a mix of boys, girls, or mixed teams, the scoring format will be determined at ACT Oztag’s discretion.
All teams will be notified of the scoring format at the beginning of the season.
Tiny Tagerz, U6 – U10’s
Mod field 50m long x 35m wide
U11’s to Seniors
Full field 70m long x 50m wide
Tiny Tagerz, U6, U8’s & U10’s – Size 4
U11’s to Seniors – Size 5
As Oztag is a recreational sport there is no training, however if the teams wish to organise their own training they can.
Teams are not required to have coaches, only a team delegate is to organise communication to their relevant teams. With our individual teams we approach parents to see if someone is able to put their hand up to be the coach/team delegate.
Yes, one team delegate or parent is allowed on the field for Tiny Tagerz, U6 and U8s up until and including Round 10.
Semi Finals and Grand Finals
Coaches are only permitted on the field for U6’s. All other age groups must have coaches remain on the sideline during finals.
It is important to understand they are out there for the sole purpose of the team and are not to challenge any refereeing calls or interfere with the game.
Games can be played in the rain. However, field conditions and the weather radar are carefully assessed before any decisions are made regarding cancellations or postponements.
ACT Oztag may cancel a specific timeslot’s game and wait for the rain to pass before resuming play for a later timeslot.
Player safety and referee welfare are key considerations in all decisions. Updates will be communicated via the ACT Oztag Facebook page if games are postponed.
EXTREME HEAT
In the event of extreme heat, ACT Oztag will allow additional breaks as needed to ensure player safety. Modifications to game schedules, durations, or playing conditions may be made to minimise heat-related risks.
If the heat index reaches a predetermined threshold deemed unsafe for play, ACT Oztag officials may suspend games until conditions improve or postpone them entirely. ACT Oztag follows the Sports Medicine Australia Sports Risk Classification 3 model.
LIGHTNING
The sound of thunder should serve as an immediate warning of lightning danger.
JUNIORS: U6’s – U17’s play finals.
Tiny Tagerz do not play finals.
SENIORS: A, B, C, D and E Divisions play finals.
Novice do not play finals.
SEMI FINALS
GRAND FINALS
Grades are continually monitored by our competition Managers, if you feel your team is in the wrong division, we encourage you to have a conversation with them as soon as possible.
Due to numerous factors, it is not always possible to get team grading 100% correct from the outset. When completing initial grading, there are many elements we must take into consideration, including:
We do our best to ensure teams are placed as fairly and accurately as possible, but adjustments may be made as needed to maintain competitive balance throughout the season.
For persons aged 13 and above.
Follow these few simple steps and you will be on your way to becoming a Oztag Referee:
1. Complete Oztag’s Level 0 Accreditation
2. Register to attend the ACT Oztag Referee Course
3. Complete the Referee Contact Information Form
4. Attend the ACT Oztag Referee Course (advertised here)
5. Start Refereeing! You will be a “shadow” referee to gain confidence and skill, before refereeing on your own.
NEW SENIOR REFEREES – You must be at least 15 years of age, and complete a Senior Referee Course, such as a Level 1 Course. Once you have completed the course, you will be able to referee social grade competitions.