Coaches, Managers & Team Officials

10.1 Registration of Officials

Each team must register a minimum of two and a maximum of five team officials, including at least:

• A Team Manager — the primary point of contact with the OC
• A Coach (Head Coach or playing coach)

Additional officials may include an assistant coach, physiotherapist/medic and a team administrator. All officials must undergo screening, present valid ID and receive accreditation.

10.2 Responsibilities

1. Team Manager: Responsible for all administrative matters, team sheet submission, player eligibility, liaison with OC. The manager is the designated spokesperson for the team in all official communications.
2. Coach: Responsible for tactical preparation, on-field coaching during the match and player welfare. The coach is the only official authorised to give tactical instructions from the technical area.

10.3 Technical Area Conduct

• Only one team official at a time may stand and issue tactical instructions from the technical area (or equivalent designated area).
• All other officials and substitutes must remain seated.
• Entering the field of play without the referee's permission is prohibited and may result in a touchline ban.
• Abusive, insulting or provocative language or behaviour towards match officials, opponents or spectators is prohibited.

10.4 Sanctions for Team Officials