1. Availability:

   • Spring (Postseason only) 

   • Fall (All games)

2. Procedure: A coin toss determines possession or goal. Each team receives (1) timeout per OT period.

3. Scoring: Interceptions and Fumbles end the offensive series but cannot be returned. PATs are only attempted if needed to break a tie.

4. OT Periods: 

   • 1st and 2nd OT start from the 25-yard line. 

   • Starting with the 3rd OT, teams alternate conversion attempts from the 5-yard line. 

     • Tackle (7u) can attempt a 1-point run or a 2-point forward pass.

     • Tackle (9u, 11u and 13u) must attempt a 2-point forward pass.

4. • If a regular season game is still tied after (3) OTs it will remain a tie.

4. • If an OT game must be stopped for light or weather issues:

     • If the game is tied, the game will remain tied

     • If one team had an opportunity and scored, but the other team did not have a full opportunity, the game remains tied

     • TYFA will handle light and weather issues on a case-by-case basis during Spring Bowl and the Fall Playoff

5. Minimum Players: If a team falls below (11) players during OT, reference On Field Minimum Rule.

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