Starting this season, the Head Coach of each team is responsible for presenting their official MRS team roster—either printed or electronically—to the referee at the start of every OVA-sanctioned regular season match.

The referee will verify that all individuals listed on the game sheet are also included on the MRS roster. Any coach or athlete not listed on the MRS roster will not be permitted to sit on the bench or participate in the match until they are properly added to the roster.

It is important to review your team roster in advance of your event to ensure all required coaches are listed. Please note that a missing coach cannot be added the day before or on the day of an event due to this timeline.

For full details on the new roster verification process and step by step instructions on how to view, edit and print your roster, please review this link HERE or section 3.12 of the Youth Competitions Manual.

This new process will also be a talking point during the OVA Coaches Pre-Season Webinar on October 26th.