Disqualification Rule
1. There are only two types of flagrant unsportsmanlike misconduct that necessitate disqualification.
• Physical unsportsmanlike flagrant misconduct
• Verbal unsportsmanlike flagrant misconduct
2. Flagrant is a glaring action by a player or coach which is excessive physical play or unacceptable verbal conduct as judged by the game/meet official(s).
3. Flagrant, unsportsmanlike misconduct is not a “playing rule” violation. The determination of disqualification must be made at the time of the violation.
4. Prudent judgment should be utilized by all officials prior to any disqualification.
5. All disqualifications for flagrant, unsportsmanlike conduct (Physical & Verbal) will always carry the additional game(s) penalty.
6. Ejection or removal of a player for a specific sports rule will carry the disqualification penalty only when it includes a flagrant unsportsmanlike act.
DQ Reporting
• Official must contact the AD by noon of the next day. Acceptable forms of
communication are email, talking to the AD at the game, or on the phone. Leaving a
message is not acceptable.
• The online report must be sent within 48 hours from the completion of the game
• Take your time and get it right!
• In certain circumstances, officials are encouraged to use video (if available) to confirm
the information is correct before filing the DQ with the NJSIAA.
• Schools will not be penalized for playing a player that eventually was disqualified within
the 48-hour period.
• Official must notify the coach before they leave the facility that it was a DQ or in the
case where multiple DQ’s (fight) is possible, inform the coach and AD DQ’s are coming.
• DQ is a DQ, officials are not permitted to change their mind
after it is called
• DQ appeals will NOT be accepted by the NJSIAA
• Please remember to be signed into the website to enter a DQ.
NJSIAA DISQUALIFICATION REPORT INSTRUCTIONS:
The offending school must receive a notification via a phone call by noon the next day.
DQ reports must be completed within 48 hours of the completion of the contest.
To access the DQ reporting form, you must be logged in.
Once logging in you will see the “DQ Reporting tab” under the officials’ menu.
Make sure you click on the “Submit” button at the bottom.
Please contact the NJSIAA if you need assistance @ 609-259-2776.