Christopher Newport University

Class of 2015

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Do you have a recreational services question? See if your question is answered below!

Captains Cup / Championship Awards / Coed Rules / Defaults & Forfeits / First Aid Kits / Forfeit Fees / Game Schedules Inclement Weather / Liability & Risk Management / Registration Process / Rosters / Participant Conduct / Participant Eligibility Prohibited Attire & Equipment / Spectator Conduct / Sportsmanship / Team Captains / Team Uniforms / Tournament Fees

Captains Cup

What is the Captains Cup?

A points race competition against any intramural team who would like to participate. The competition is based on: participation, performance, sportsmanship, and student employment. It helps determine who was the most successful in intramural sports. The champion received a small trophy cup and their name engraved on a larger trophy cup.

How do you sign-up?

At registration, interested teams should mark YES that they're interested on their Team roster form or fill out a separate captains cup form. Visit Captains Cup Page for further details

Championship Awards

What do intramural champions receive?

All intramural singles, dual or team champions will receive a custom T-shirt from the Office of Recreational Services (CNURec). Each year CNURec designs a different shirt to distribute.

How many T-shirts will we get?

For team sports, teams will only be allotted the former roster cap number for their particular sport. This is noted in the Intramural Program Manual (Section 16.5).

Coed Rules

Why are their Coed rules for certain sports?

As a Member Institution of the National Intramural-Recreational Sports Association (NIRSA), we must abide by rules that are set forth by this association. Some teams may venture to outside competitions, so our rules must coincide with theirs. In addition, some rules are put in place to make sure we provide an even playing field, as well as a safe environment.

Defaults & Forfeits

What is a default?

When a team is unable to play their scheduled match or game, so they notify the Program Assistant prior to showing up to the field. However, if a team has to default last minute, they may send at least one person to the field to default the day of the game.

What happens when a team defaults?

A team who defaults will have a $5 penalty assessed to their forfeit fee and that game will count as a "loss." Two defaults results in a forfeit. Any team who defaults will still receive a '5' for Sportsmanship.

Can a team start a game 10 minutes late when the rest of their team will show up?

NO! The minimum number of players for a sport must be checked in by game time, and if a team doesn't have enough players...they must default the game!

What is a forfeit?

When a team does not notify the Program Assistant their team is unable to play, and/or just don't show up to their game.

What happens when a team forfeits?

When a team forfeits they lose the forfeit fee they paid and will be removed from further competition.

First Aid Kits

Can I have a band-aid?

Yes, if you simply need a band-aid without an injury occurring - we do not mind giving you one; however, we still have to fill out an "injury report form" to document us giving one to you.

Can I look in your kit to see what else you have?

No, all first aid kits are only to be handled by sport supervisors on site. This is the property of the Office of Recreational Services.

Forfeit Fees

What is a Forfeit Fee?

A fee that is paid by all teams, singles or duals in order to play intramural sports. The fee is refundable provided a team or individual does not forfeit. Please visit the Forfeit Fee page for more details.

Game Schedules

How do I know when I play?

Your team captain is given your teams full schedule for regular season at the MANDATORY Captains Meeting. You can also find your schedule online.

What if I notice an error on my game schedule?

Your team captain must contact the Program Assistant for that sport to resolve any issue you find on a game schedule.

Inclement Weather

It's raining outside, is our game automatically canceled?

NO!! Sunday through Thursday any game played outside on the Turf Field will still play as scheduled even if it's raining. However, if a thunderstorm is underway, the sport supervisor will determine when it's unsafe for participants to continue play.
Sundays, games played on the James River Field..be sure to check the our website, Facebook or Twitter to find out if your game is canceled.
Program Assistants will try to reschedule regular season games, but it's not guaranteed.

Liability & Risk Management

I don't have insurance, if I get hurt will Rec. Services pay for my medical bills?

No. As an intramural participant you assume the risk when playing that you could get hurt. This is why we require all participants to sign the, team roster form which is also our Release, Hold Harmless and Conduct Agreement stating we do not provide insurance and we encourage all participants to have insurance prior to playing.

Registration Process

How do I sign up for intramurals?

All interested participants can either form a team or become a free agent.Those who form a team must fill out a Team Roster Form and bring it on the appropriate Registration Day and Time with the Forfeit Fee of $20 (Team Sports) or $5 (Badminton).
Some sports may have ONLINE registration, so be sure to double check.

Am I guaranteed a spot if I attend Registration?

No. Some leagues may fill up quickly and those that do...we will start putting teams on a waiting list. We will end up pulling teams off the waiting list if we're able to open up another league or if Teams Forfeit.

Rosters

Can our team add members to our team mid-season?

Yes! Teams may add members to their team roster (up to the 15 person roster cap) until the end of regular season. Once regular season ends, no additions to rosters may occur.

Participant Conduct

What is considered acceptable vs. unacceptable behavior?

Please read our Intramural Sports Manual Section 4 and 21.

Participant Eligibility

I'm a graduate student, can I play?

Yes! All currently enrolled CNU Students, Faculty and Staff are allowed to participate in intramural sports. Please read our Intramural Sports Manual - Sections 11 - 14 for full details.

I used to play on a CNU Varsity team... can I participate in intramural Softball?

Yes, Former Varsity players are allowed to participate in intramural sports, but there are restrictions. Teams may only have 2 former varsity players on a team. Please read Section 12 in the Manual for full details. Any team found to be in violation of this policy will be dropped from the league and any games played will result in forfeits!

Prohibited Attire & Equipment

What items are prohibited in intramural sports?

Jewelry, Metal Cleats, Pockets...to name a few...Please visit the Iintramural Sports Manual - Section 9 for a full list. All participants are responsible for knowing about these items!

Spectator Conduct

I'm a spectator, you can't throw me out?!

Actually we can! If you're spectating and are too rowdy, disrespectful and continually heckling our officials - you will be asked to leave. The team you are rooting for may even have their sportsmanship points lowered because of your conduct.

Sportsmanship

Is sportsmanship really important in intramural sports?

YES! Besides your overall record, your sportsmanship points determine if your team will make it to playoffs or not!

Team Captains

What is a Team Captain?

A team captain is someone a team designates to be the primary contact for their team.
They should be the only one communicating with intramural officials concerning a call as well!

What does a Team Captain do?

A team captain must attend the MANDATORY captains meeting prior to the intramural season OR take the NEW! Captain's Meeting test in lieu of attending the meeting.
Captains must notify all their team members of important rules, regulations, etc. For a full list of Captain's duties please read Section 8 in the Intramural Sports Manual.

Team Uniforms

What can we wear to play intramurals?

Individuals may wear their t-shirts and athletic shorts to play intramural sports. All t-shirts must have numbers on the back of them (not taped on though). Teams must have the same shade of color on as well. For further details, read Section 10 in the Manual.

Tournament Fees

Why didn't I get back my fee I paid for a tournament?

Tournament Fees aren't refundable. They are an entry fee to play...whereas a Forfeit Fee is essentially a deposit you will receive back if your team doesn't Forfeit out of the league.
All tournament fees are non-refundable! Be sure you understand this before signing up for an event!

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