RiverScape Broomball League: outdoor broomball | downtown dayton | dayton broomball

Get the ultimate broomball experience under the lights at the new outdoor ice rink in downtown Dayton!

The RiverScape Broomball League is preparing for its second season of outdoor broomball at the new pavilion downtown. Get your friends and co-workers together for some after work fun! The league is only open to the first 18 teams registered and paid so don't miss this opportunity to play under the lights.

This year there will be both a recreational AND a competitive league.

What: Outdoor Broomball Leagues
(recreational and competitive)
When: Jan 2-Feb 22, Mon/Wed, 6-8 PM
Where: RiverScape MetroParks Ice Rink
Cost: $200/team

**Registration is now closed**

Rules & Format | FAQs
Schedule (TBD Dec 28)
Free Agent Form

Rules & Format

RiverScape Broomball is designed to be fun for all skill levels.

As in soccer and hockey, the objective is to score more goals than your opponent in the time allowed.
Games consist of two 12-minute running-time halves, with a one-minute halftime and a 5-minute changeover between games.
Each team has 6 players: a goalie, three forwards and two defensemen (same as hockey). Teams may have no more than 4 men on the ice at any time.
To minimize whistles, there will be no offsides and no icing.
Players can use their feet to pass and move the ball; however, a goal cannot be intentionally scored off an offensive player's foot or other body part.
Penalties can be minor (2 min), major (5 min) or misconduct (10 min) at the discretion of the officials. Examples of major penalties are high broom (broom above waist in traffic), and checking (intentionally running into another player).
Intentionally Leaving Your Feet - A minor penalty (2 minutes) for "tripping" will be assessed if a player intentionally leaves his/her feet, and intentionally or accidentally trips or causes an opponent to fall. It doesn’t matter if you hit the ball before knocking down a player. In other words, if you slide and hit someone and they fall, it’s a penalty. If you slide and hit someone and they don’t fall, it’s not a penalty.
High Sticking - A high stick is constituted by the head of the broom, on its backward or forward motion, being raised over waist height with an opponent within 5 feet of the shooter. High sticking is a 2 minute minor and doesn’t require contact with another player to be called. Keep your sticks down.
Checking - All Dayton Broomball Association leagues are NON CONTACT.
Officials may call time out (such as for injuries), but teams will not have time-outs.
Forfeit policy: Teams must have at least 5 players present to start a game. If you have fewer than 5 players after 5 minutes past the scheduled start time, your team forfeits. Forfeits will be recorded as a 0-5 loss.
Free substitution will be allowed at all times, provided that the exiting player is within 2 feet of the rink door before the sub-in player enters the ice. Players must use the door when changing. A 2 minute penalty will be assessed if players jump over the boards during substitutions.
Mercy rule: If a team is leading by 8 goals, the game ends. Winning team leaves the ice, and the losing team has the option to stay and use the ice time for practice.
Ties during regular season will be scored as ties.
At the end of the regular season, the top 4 teams in each league will advance to playoffs. Four teams will play off for the Competitive championship and 4 for the Recreational Championship.

FAQs

What is broomball?: Broomball is a winter sport played in ice arenas and community parks throughout the country. It is similar to hockey in its formation and rules but also incorporates some soccer strategies. The game is played on an ice rink with two teams consisting of six players on a side (a goalie, two defensemen and three forwards). Similar to hockey and soccer, the object of the game is to score more goals than the opposing team. A player uses a stick (a shaft with a molded broom-shaped head) to maneuver a six-inch diameter ball up and down the ice. Instead of skates, players wear spongy-soled shoes to gain traction when running on the slippery surface. (Source: www.usabroomball.com); Broomball does not require expensive equipment or special skills - just an open mind and a positive attitude!; Watch a Video on Broomball | Basic Rules
How should I compose my team?: Teams play with 6 on the ice at a time. Typically 3 offense, 2 defense and 1 goalie.; No more than 4 men are allowed on the ice at a time.; Recommended team size is 11. This allows 3 subs on offense and 2 subs on defense. A maximum of 12 players are allowed on a roster; contact info@daytonbroomball.org for exceptions.; Players must be 18 or older; All players must sign a waiver before stepping on the ice.
Can my team make our own shirts/jerseys?: The league provides numbered pullovers for teams to wear during games. If your team wants to provide your own uniforms, you may do so with the following restrictions:
What is the league format?: The regular season is 6 games starting January 2, 2012. Games are on Mondays and Wednesdays at 6:00, 6:30, 7:00 and 7:30. The league schedule will be published one week prior to the start of the season.; The RiverScape Broomball League will consist of 18 teams, broken into 2 leagues based on experience and skill level. This is new this year based on feedback from last season. Teams will only face opponents from their own league.; During the 7 week regular season, teams will play one game per week, plus a bye week. The top 4 teams in each league will advance to the playoffs. Playoff games will take place on Monday, Feb 20th and Wednesday Feb 22nd.; A champion will be crowned for each league.
When can I register?: Registration begins on Monday November 7th, 2011 and is open to the first 18 teams paid in full.; Online Registration Form
What does it cost?: Cost is $200 per team ($206.30 if paying with PayPal).
Can I try it out before I sign up?: Yes. South Metro Sports in Centerville offers drop-in broomball most Saturday evenings. Cost is $10 for 1.5 hours. Sticks and helmets are included so all you need to do is show up! Please check the Ice Haus Schedule at smetrosports.com for dates and times..
Can I sign up as an individual and be placed on a team?: We accept full-team registrations only. However, if you register as a free agent, we will try to put you in touch with others who are looking to form a team or a team looking for additional players.; Free Agent Registration Form
Equipment and What to Wear: League provides sticks, helmets with face cages, and a game ball.; We strongly recommend that players wear thick gloves, shin guards, kneepads, elbow pads, and cups for the guys. Although broomball or hockey protective equipment is best, you can also use other sports equipment such as Soccer Shin Guards, Volleyball Elbow & Knee Pads, or Football Receiver Gloves. Most of these items can easily be found year round at sports or department stores such as Play It Again Sports, Target and Wal-Mart.; Players should wear long pants, long sleeves, and as much padding as they can get.; Players should wear soft-soled gym shoes. Special broomball shoes are acceptable but not required.; The League provides colored scrimmage vests for teams to wear during play. Teams may provide and wear their own uniforms, with certain restrictions.
Can I change clothes on site?: Men's & women's restrooms are available at RiverScape MetroPark, but we recommend that you come dressed to play.
Where is the rink and where should I park?: The RiverScape ice rink is located at RiverScape MetroPark under the pavilion at 229 E. Monument Avenue, Dayton, Ohio 45402; For driving directions, see www.MetroParks.org/parks/riverscape/; Metered parking on the street is free after 6pm on weeknights.; The WorkflowOne garage at the corner of Monument and Patterson is open to the public in the evenings and is located across the street from RiverScape. Enter the garage from Harries Street.; For a map of all garages and lots in downtown Dayton, checkout the Downtown Dayton Partnerships parking map.
When should I arrive?: Arrive at least 15 minutes before your game time. For your first game, please arrive 30 minutes early to allow time to check in and sign waivers.
What happens in the event of inclement weather?: Games will only be cancelled if the RiverScape MetroPark is closed.; Cancellations will be announced via the following:; Cancelled games will be rescheduled and communicated to captains.
Is there a concession stand?: Yes. Cafe Velo will be open during games serving warm food, hot chocolate and more! http://www.metroparks.org/Parks/Riverscape/FoodBeverage_Shopping.aspx
Where can I find scores/stats/schedules?: All scores, stats and schedules will be available at www.daytonbroomball.org.
League Management: RiverScape Broomball League is operated by Dayton Broomball Association, in partnership with Five Rivers MetroParks. Please contact Dayton Broomball at info@daytonbroomball.org with any questions.