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This Weather Policy applies to all Infinity 33 events, including tournaments, camps, combines, showcases, and related activities.
Infinity 33 prioritizes athlete safety above all competitive considerations.
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1. AUTHORITY & DECISION-MAKING
All weather-related decisions are made exclusively by:
• Infinity 33 Event Director
• Site Director
• Certified Athletic Trainer (if onsite)
• Facility Management (if applicable)
• Local Emergency Authorities (if required)
Decisions are final and not subject to protest.
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2. LIGHTNING POLICY (ZERO-TOLERANCE)
Infinity 33 follows the nationally recognized 30/30 Rule and/or lightning detection systems.
Suspension of Play:
• Play is suspended immediately if lightning is detected within 10 miles.
• All participants, coaches, spectators, and staff must evacuate fields immediately.
• No one may remain on turf or grass fields.
Resumption of Play:
• Play will not resume until 30 minutes have passed since the last detected lightning strike within the designated radius.
• Each new lightning strike resets the 30-minute clock.
No exceptions.
Failure to comply may result in removal from the event.
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3. HEAT POLICY
Infinity 33 monitors Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT), local heat advisories, and National Weather Service guidelines.
Heat Index Adjustments:
Heat Index 95–99°
• Mandatory water breaks every 10 minutes.
Heat Index 100–104°
• Shortened halves.
• Extended halftime.
• Cooling tents required.
Heat Index 105°+
• Games may be delayed, modified, or suspended.
Infinity 33 reserves the right to:
• Shorten games
• Reduce overtime
• Modify schedules
• Move to earlier/later time blocks
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4. HEAVY RAIN / FIELD CONDITIONS
Games may be delayed or modified if:
• Standing water impacts safety
• Turf becomes unsafe
• Mud creates injury risk
• Facility management declares closure
If a field is deemed unplayable, Infinity 33 may:
• Move games to alternate fields
• Convert to shortened format
• Move directly to playoff seeding
• Cancel remaining matches if necessary
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5. WIND POLICY
If sustained winds exceed 35 mph or gusts exceed 45 mph:
• Tents must be taken down.
• Feather flags must be removed.
• Elevated camera rigs must be lowered.
• Games may be delayed if safety risk is determined.
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6. AIR QUALITY / SMOKE POLICY
If Air Quality Index (AQI) exceeds 150:
• Games may be delayed.
• Sensitive participants advised not to compete.
If AQI exceeds 200:
• Competition will be suspended.
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7. HURRICANE / TROPICAL STORM (Florida Events)
If the National Weather Service issues:
• Tropical Storm Warning
• Hurricane Watch
• Mandatory Evacuation
The event may be postponed or canceled.
Final decisions will be made no later than:
• 48 hours prior (if forecast models are reliable)
• Or as conditions require
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8. GAME MINIMUMS & REFUND POLICY
Infinity 33 operates rain or shine.
No Refunds for:
• Weather delays
• Schedule changes
• Shortened games
Refund / Credit Policy:
If zero games are played:
• 75% event credit toward future Infinity 33 event.
If 1 game is played:
• 50% credit issued.
If 2+ games are played:
• Event considered fulfilled.
No cash refunds unless event is canceled prior to start.
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9. SCHEDULE ADJUSTMENTS
Infinity 33 reserves the right to:
• Shorten game lengths
• Modify playoff structure
• Use point differential caps
• Remove overtime periods
• Convert to single elimination
All weather adjustments are final.
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10. COMMUNICATION PROTOCOL
Weather updates will be communicated via:
• Official Infinity 33 website
• Email blast
• Tournament app (if used)
• Social media
• Onsite PA announcements
Teams are responsible for monitoring communication.
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11. FORCE MAJEURE
Infinity 33 shall not be liable for:
• Acts of God
• Government shutdowns
• Natural disasters
• Public health emergencies
• Utility failures
• Facility closures
Under Force Majeure circumstances, refunds are not guaranteed and credits may be issued at the organization’s discretion.
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12. PARENT & COACH CONDUCT DURING WEATHER
• No arguing with officials about weather delays.
• No entering the field during suspension.
• Failure to comply may result in removal from venue.
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🔒 Legal Protection Language
By registering, all participants acknowledge:
• Outdoor sports involve inherent weather risks.
• Infinity 33 has sole authority over weather decisions.
• Schedule integrity may be modified without compensation.
• Participation is voluntary.
