In addition to the standard league rules, the following rules apply to the Halfback League ( ages 11-12 ).
- Player must be 11 or 12 years old on July 31st.
- Four eight minute quarters.
- Three time outs per half.
- A twenty five-second ready for play time, including after touchdowns.
- Ten minute halftime.
- No coaches are allowed on the field.
- There shall be no communication of any kind, between any player or coach from opposing teams, during the game.
- There will be no maximum weight limit, however no ball carrier may exceed 130 pounds, as was determined at the official weigh-in.
- A rushing extra point is worth one point. A kicking extra point is worth two points.
- Rushing a punt, field goal and an extra point is allowed.
- A blocked kicking extra point attempt is a dead ball.
- Fake punts, field goals and kicking extra points are allowed.
- A Wilson, Rawlings, Nike or Baiden Junior size ball is to be used. 5 Panel Balls are allowed.
- A 28 point mercy rule is effect concerning the game clock, until such time as the lead is diminished to less than 28 points.