1. RULES OF THE GAME

Keglić Cup is played according to IHF rules.

Rule 2:4, "Glue/rosin/wax" — Keglić Cup does not allow the use of glue in U11 and U12 categories, but allows it in categories U13 and above. The use of glue is not permitted in any category in school gyms — OŠ Pavleka Miškine, OŠ Petra Zrinskog and the Hockey Federation balloon.

Keglić Cup is open to all club and school teams worldwide. Players cannot belong to a club from a country in which the player does not reside. Players must be registered with the handball federation or school sports federation of their country.

2. COMPETITION FORMAT

The tournament begins with a qualifying round. Teams are divided into groups where all teams play against each other. 2 points are awarded for a win, 1 point for a draw and 0 points for a loss. After group matches, all teams continue in the playoff — Keglić Cup or Gajnice Cup.

If two or more teams have the same number of points, the ranking is determined by: (1) Points in head-to-head matches, (2) Goal difference in head-to-head matches, (3) Most goals scored in head-to-head matches, (4) Overall goal difference, (5) Goals scored, (6) Drawing of lots.

Playoff: Played as a cup model with direct eliminations. In case of a draw, a golden goal extra time is played. Extra time begins after a coin toss at the centre.

3. AGE CATEGORIES

U11 — born 2014 or later
U12 — born 2013 or later
U13 — born 2012 or later
U15 — born 2010 or later

4. MATCH DURATION

All matches are played 2 x 15 minutes.

5. NUMBER OF PLAYERS

A team may use a maximum of 16 players per match, 1 + 6 on the court. The same players from a club can be used in different teams, but NOT in the same age category. All players must have a licence for the club or school they play for. All participants on the team list are considered to have played with that team.

6. PROOF OF PLAYER AGE

All players must have a valid ID document during the tournament or Croatian Handball Federation registration. Teams using players older than the category they compete in will be disqualified and their matches registered as 0:10.

All players must be identifiable with a photo ID (passport, driving licence or official ID). Copies of passports or ID cards are not accepted.

7. MATCH INFORMATION

Jerseys: Numbers must be on the back of jerseys. Two players may not use the same number in any match.

During the match: All teams must be ready and dressed on court 5 minutes before the opening throw. All players must be insured. Teams cannot request a team timeout. No timeouts during penalty throws. A team that leaves the court during a match will be disqualified.

Ball sizes: U15: 54–56 cm, 325–375 g (IHF size 2) | U12 and U13: 50–52 cm, 290–330 g (IHF size 1) | U11: 46–50 cm, 250–300 g (Size 0).

8. REFEREES

Referees are appointed by the Croatian Handball Referees Association.

9. TOURNAMENT JURY

The tournament jury consists of independent representatives. The jury decides on protests and penalties. Jury decisions cannot be changed or overturned.

10. PROTESTS AND PENALTIES

Protests must be submitted to the competition secretariat by email (info@keglicup.com) within 15 minutes of the end of the match. A protest fee (€50) must be paid simultaneously.

Any player given a blue card is automatically suspended from participating in the next match. Serious offences will be reported to the handball federation of the relevant nation. If a suspended player participates, the team automatically loses 0–10.

11. FORFEITURE AND MATCH ABANDONMENT

A team that fails to appear without valid reason will lose the match 0–10. If this happens more than once, the team may be excluded from the tournament.

12. VENUES

All venues are indoors in Zagreb. It is forbidden to bring or consume alcohol or be under the influence of intoxicants. Smoking is prohibited in all venues.

13. MATCH SCHEDULE

The competition committee has the right to change groups, times and venues. All schedule changes may occur without contacting teams up to 24 hours before the match.

14. ORGANISER

MRK Metalac organises Keglić Cup.

15. GENERAL

The team manager is responsible for any damage caused by their players. Alcohol is prohibited in school buildings. Silence is required between 23:00 and 06:00. Smoking is prohibited in schools.

16. INSURANCE AND LIABILITY

By registering for Keglić Cup, the registrant confirms that the team manager is familiar with these terms and has the necessary authority and permission from participants. Participation in the tournament is at the participant's own risk.

The team manager must ensure all participants are insured on the playing court. MRK Metalac has no collective insurance covering injuries, illness, theft or damage.

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