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Under NCRFU rules, a red card is an automatic, administrative two scheduled match/15 day suspension
(whichever is longer) from participation in ALL rugby worldwide. Two yellow cards for dangerous or violent play in
the same competitive season carries the same penalty as a red card.
As the Referee on the pitch is the sole judge of
law and fact on the pitch, there is no appeal from a red or yellow card;
however, under certain circumstances, an offender may be referred to the NCRFU
Disciplinary committee for consideration of additional sanctions. Click here for the NCRFU Disciplinary Guidelines (pdf).
Exception to Mandatory Suspension: If a player receives a red card in a match for repeat technical violations (e.g. offsides; hands-in ruck) that are neither violent nor dangerous, then the red card shall not result in a mandatory two week suspension. However, if any of the offenses that gave rise to the red card included a yellow card for a violent or dangerous nature, then the red card still carries with it the mandatory two scheduled match/15 day suspension.
Referees must notify the NCRFU Disciplinary Chair, Matt Eason, by either completing the Disciplinary Action Report Form, sending an email (matthew@capcitylaw.com) or fax (916-438-1820) of the issuance of a red or yellow card no later than noon
two days after the match, which is normally the next Tuesday.
NCRFU DISCIPLINARY REPORT FOR APRIL 8, 2008:
NCRFU Disciplinary Committee Actions
David Sinoti (San Mateo) as a result of a video citation from Diablo Gaels match is suspended for four weeks or four games, whichever is longer.
East Palo Alto RFC is on probation for persistent referee dissent. If EPA receives a yellow card, red card, or a coach is sent from the playing enclosure for referee dissent during the remainder of the season, EPA’s future games will be suspended pending a hearing before the disciplinary committee.
Pending Citations
A citation is pending against a high school player for biting. That player has been suspended pending completion of a disciplinary hearing, or a voluntary resolution.
Pacific Coast Disciplinary Committee Actions
Tongia Vaitaki (CIPP 317851, Haggis), has been suspended by the PCRFU for four weeks or four matches for punching an opponent in the 3/29 match v Olympic Club. The first match of Mr. Vaitaki's suspension was served 4/5 v Sac Lions. Mr. Vaitaki has accepted the suspension.
Red Cards
Matt Lawrence (De LaSalle #8) for foul play Law 10(A)
Yellow Cards
Hifonga Moala (Reno Men’s #12) Dangerous Tackle 10.4 e
Viliami Tai (EPA) Dangerous Tackle 10.4(e)
Lemama Angilau (San Jose Seahawks 400500) 10.4(e) Dangerous tackling
Tyler Alhorn (Santa Rosa 214180) 10.4(b) Stamping or trampling
John Doe (Sacramento Capitals Player whose name will be supplemented this evening) received a yellow card for retaliation.
John Doe #2 (EPA, player whose name will be supplemented this evening) received a yellow card for Dangerous tackling.
Jack Campi (De LaSalle #15) Law 10. (J) Retaliation
Kyle Nelson (PITS #1) Law 10 (J) Retaliation
NCRFU DISCIPLINARY REPORT FOR APRIL FOOL'S DAY 2008:
Disciplinary Committee Actions
Golden Eagles interim order prohibiting having any fans or spectators at any of their matches, home or away has become permanent for the remainder of the season. There are two exceptions permitted: the fans are behind a permanent fence; or they have an off-duty sworn peace officer present. The Golden Eagles will be on probation for the 2009 season.
Pending Citations
Citations are pending against members of San Mateo and Haggis.
Red Cards
None
Yellow Cards
Kevin Simoni (Rio Rugby 305990) Yellow Card 10.4(l)
Jordan Gaddis (Mother Lode RFC 345208) Yellow Card 10.4(d) Tripping
Zach Lisson (Mother Lode RFC 313786) Yellow Card 10.4(e) Dangerous tackling
John Saly (EPA #11) Yellow Card, Reg 10.4, Dangerous play
Sione Takilisi (Hayward #4) Law 10.4 (e) Dangerous tackle
Pasanio Taufa (San Mateo #12 CIPP#268903) Law 10.4 (e) Dangerous tackle
Saimone Foni (San Mateo #5 CIPP#283466) Law 10.4 (e) Dangerous tackle
Pat Grass (St. Mary's # 3 283205) Law 10-4(G)
Brendan Omeara (St. Mary's # 11) Law 10-4(m)
NCRFU DISCIPLINARY REPORT -- March 25, 2008:
Disciplinary Committee Actions
Golden Eagles remain under an interim order prohibiting having any fans or spectators at any of their matches, home or away. There are two exceptions permitted: the fans are behind a permanent fence; or they have an off-duty sworn peace officer present. The disciplinary committee will be meeting on Monday to have the matter properly heard.
“Mike Meida” of UNR is suspended from participating from rugby until such time as he appears before the disciplinary committee, is properly identified, and responds the to the contents within the referee’s report.
William “Mike” Geraghty is suspended from participating from rugby until such time as he appears before the disciplinary committee, is properly identified, and responds the to the contents within the referee’s report.
On March 31, 2008, the Disciplinary Committee will meet to determine if sanctions against UNR as a club are appropriate for the actions of “Mike Meida,” Mike Geraghty, and/or its club members.
Red Cards
Mike Meida (UNR) 10.4(a) Punching or striking
William “Mike” Geraghty (UNR: 15142) 10.4(a) Punching or striking
Yellow Cards
Bo Richter, Lamorinda HS - Law 10.4(k) Acts contrary to good sportsmanship
Fiona Pexton (Davis Lady Devils 320664) Law 10.4(e) Dangerous tackling
Avery Bustamonte (Humboldt State cipp: 395035) Law 10.4(e) Dangerous tackling
Matt Lendl (Santa Rosa Junior College 38519) 10.4(a) Punching or striking
NCRFU DISCIPLINARY REPORT -- March 20, 2008:
Red Cards
Ahron Osheroff (UNR 346832) 10.4(a) Punching or striking
Yellow Cards
Alipate Qaraniqio (#7 for Marin Reds 388427 and 267377) Law 10.4(e)
Mike Darwal (BA Baracus No 16), (Law 10.4d)
Paul Jesseman (Cal #5) 10.4k.
Daniel Maza (Rio Rugby)10.4(e)
Adrian Baccelli (Rio Rugby)10.4(c)
Ryan Blaser (Cougar Rugby Club) 10.4(e)
Jerum Laidecker (Cougar Rugby Club) 10.3
Powelli Cameron (Cougar Rugby Club) 10.3
NCRFU DISCIPLINARY REPORT FOR THE LAST TWO WEEKS OF FEBRUARY 2008:
Red Card:
Tongia Mahafutu (Stanislaus). While on caution for punching, received a red card for a late charge.
Rey Perez (Santa Rosa Junior College 303363) While on caution, violated law 10.4(f) Playing an opponent without the ball
Ben Sauregui (Arroyo Grande). While on caution for violation of 10.4(c), received a card for repeat infringement.
Yellow Card:
CB player (captain) Miguel Reyes, for kneeing a Vacaville player (Law 10.4 k)
#11 Vallejo, William Salato. 10.4(a) punch
Will Johnson, #3, Olympic Club (Violation of Law 10.4 (a), striking an opponent with the elbow)
Shane Moise, UC Santa Cruz #12 (CIPP 305020) - Law 10.4(e) Dangerous tackle - no wrap
Devon Adams (Davis High School 350296) 10.4(e) Dangerous tackling
Sac St. #8 Dan Gutierrez; violation of Law 10.4 (b), Stamping.
Gio Troja (Sac State IIs)—fighting
Samsoni Latu of San Jose Seahawks B for dangerous tackle
David Sinoti (San Mateo) Violation of law 10-4 (j) retaliation
Zev Post (CIPP 344062), # 3 Vacaville, dangerous tackle (Law 10.4[e])
Jabar Perkins (Islanders cipp: 391595) 10.4(g) Dangerous charging
Jon Vasquez (Lancers cipp: 388604) 10.4(g) Dangerous charging
NCRFU DISCIPLINARY REPORT -- February 12, 2008:
Red card:
None
Yellow Cards:
Wyatt Himmelman (Jesuit #51) Charging a player from the side of the ruck
Kenny Simmons (Christian Bros. #11) Dangerous Tackle
Grant Bird (Christian Bros. #44) Dangerous Tackle
NCRFU DISCIPLINARY REPORT -- February 1, 2008:
While this is two weeks worth, it is still a lot of names. Mostly tackling offenses which should be coachable. Let’s try and clean things up this weekend. Thanks, Matt.
Red Cards:
Kevin Randel, CMA B, Red Card. Violation of Law 10.4 (b) Stamping
Sione Aki (Reno) Red Card Fighting
Yellow Cards
William Rahulu (Diablo Gaels U-23) Yellow Card: 10.4(e) Dangerous tackling
David Muskheli (Santa Rosa JC CIPP 385652)Yellow Card: 10.4(d) Tripping
Geoff Beckstrom (Mission- #5) - yellow card: 10.4(e) Dangerous Tackling
David Dang (Mission #12) - yellow card for High Tackle
Akuila Drova (Mission #21) yellow card for Dangerous Tackling
Thomas Pirnoli (Santa Rosa CIPP #308128), yellow card for violation of Law 10.4(a).
Warren Thompson (Golden Eagles 271487)Yellow Card 10.4(j) Retaliation
Matt Leatherby (Saint Mary’s College) Yellow Card Dangerous Tackle
Matthew Loftus (SFGG High School 385386)Yellow Card 10.4(j) Retaliation
Sean McHugh (SFGG High School 283209) Yellow Card 10.4(a) Punching or striking
Spencer Cameron (SFGG High School 351175)Yellow Card 10.4(k) Acts contrary to good sportsmanship
Mam Fulei (Diable Gaels)yellow card for tripping
Raphael Reppellin (UC Davis #15) Yellow card 10.4(e) dangerous tackle
Semisi Finau (Hayward # 12) Yellow card for violation of 10.4 dangerous tackle
Ray Lalley (Vacaville 344058)Yellow Card: 10.4(e) Dangerous tackling
NCRFU DISCIPLINARY REPORT -- January 17, 2008:
Red Card/Suspensions
Seta Palamo (SFGG B side) Red Card Dangerous tackling. Mr. Palamo is suspended until the later of 15 days or two games.
Casey McCartney (San Jose Seahawks) Red Card for violation of Law 10 (stamping). Mr. McCartney is suspended until the later of 15 days or two games (his suspension began two weeks ago).
Yellow Cards:
Jennifer Lee (UC Davis Women: Yellow Card for 10.4(e) Dangerous tackling
Genesis Fiivae,(#12 of Silicon Valley High School B) Yellow Card 10.4 (g) Dangerous Charging
NCRFU DISCIPLINARY REPORT -- December 3, 2007:
Red Card/Suspensions
None
Yellow Cards:
Pam Ames (No. 10 for Sacramento State Women): Dangerous Tackle (pony tail pulling) - Law 10.4(e)
Levi Ryan (UC Davis CIPP #358109) yellow card for violating Law 10.4 (a)
Marc Kaiser (St. Mary's)Law 10.4(a) striking (elbow) 3rd man into a situation at the touch line.
Nora Levenson (Stanford #9): Yellow card, 10.4 b) Stamping
NCRFU DISCIPLINARY REPORT -- November 29, 2007:
Red Card/Suspensions
None
Yellow Cards:
Pam Ames (No. 10 for Sacramento State Women): Dangerous Tackle (pony tail pulling) - Law 10.4(e)
NCRFU DISCIPLINARY REPORT -- November 29, 2007:
NCRFU Executive Committee Actions
Following the meeting of the NCRFU Executive on November 27th, the following decision has been made regarding the recommendations from the disciplinary committee:
- Justin Giles. Following a recommendation for additional sanction from the disciplinary committee regarding Mr. Giles, who is serving a suspension for foul play that extends to September 2008, yet played at the Chico holiday classic in October 2007.
- As a result Mr. Giles suspension is extended to 5 years and expanded to include coaching; Mr Giles will become eligible to play and coach in January 2012.
- Mr. Giles may not be involved with the administration of the Petaluma Leghorns, he may only be a spectator (the club is reminded that they are responsible for his behavior as a spectator).
- Petaluma Leghorns RFC; following a recommendation from the disciplinary committee for sanction of the club arising from item (1) above, the club allowed a suspended person to play before he was eligible to play
- Petaluma Leghorns RFC are suspended from play for the 2007/8 season, subject to the following stay of enforcement, allowing their league schedule;
- Petaluma Leghorns will be ineligible to advance to the NCRFU or PCRFU playoffs; should they finish in a playoff position, the team behind them in the standings will advance
- Petaluma Leghorns will maintain a satisfactory level of discipline, with particular regard to foul play
- Petaluma Leghorns will invite a local referee to at least one practice to discuss foul play and other key interpretations
- Justin Giles may not be involved, subject to his suspension
- Scott Dennison may not be a coach or administrator for the clu
NCRFU DISCIPLINARY COMMITTEE CITATION
Following a citation, the NCRFU Disciplinary Committee has met and determined the following:
Steven Taufui (Sacramento Lions CIPP #: 358774): Punches to the head. Mr. Taufui is suspended for the longer of four weeks, or four previously scheduled matches.
Red Card/Suspensions
None
Yellow Cards:
A. Pastori, (Santa Clara Univ. #6), dangerous tackle (player in the air)
Housemand (California Maritime #10)Yellow carded for high tackle
Fish (University of SF #4) Yellow carded for pushing in the air at a lineout #4
Gistand, Renee (CIPP #: 271411 St. Mary's College of California Women's RFC) Yellow Card, Law 10.4 (a)
NCRFU Disciplinary Report for November 12, 2007:
Red Cards:
Joel Scott #8, USF, Law 10.4(e): received yellow card for dangerous tackle in 1st half, and then red card for another dangerous tackle in 2nd half. Joel Scott is not eligible to play again until after his club has played two scheduled matches, or 15 days have elapsed, whichever is longer.
Yellow Cards:
None (sort of, see above)
The following have been sanctioned by the NCRFU for the weekend ending November 4, 2007:
Red Cards:
None
Yellow Cards:
Nick Perry (UC Davis) Yellow Card for 10.4(e) Dangerous tackling.
Matt Gelbach (UC Davis) Yellow Card for 10.4(e) Dangerous tackling.
Vasha Ghaffarzadeh (UC Davis) Yellow Card for 10.4(e) Dangerous tackling
The following have been sanctioned by the NCRFU for the week ending April 22, 2007:
Red Cards:
None
Yellow Cards:
Mike Haley (De Le Salle U-19)Law 10.4 (a)
Derek Sagehorn (De Le Salle U-19) Law 10.4 (b)
Willy Latu (East Palo Alto U-19) Law 10.4 (a)
Luki Veikoso (Hayward #20 CIPP #269519) Violation of Law 10.4(c) Kicking. (It should be noted that despite a prior e-mail, Luki Veikoso was ELIBIBLE to play. Luki has been incorrectly identified previously. Prior to the match, Hayward contacted the Disciplinary Committee and clarified the identification issue. The D/C deemed Luki eligible prior to this match.)
The following have been sanctioned by the NCRFU for the week ending April 07, 2007:
D/C Suspensions
Hayward #4 Daniel Towers (CIPP#303514) received his second yellow card for foul and/or dangerous play in a season. As such, he is ineligible for the longer of 15 days or two scheduled games.
Red Cards:
March 31, 2007: Aptos #10 Matelund Dunlap (CIPP 343795) received a red card for a dangerous charge. He is ineligible for the longer of 15 days or two scheduled games.
March 31, 2007: Fred Tigarea (Mission) received a red card for punching. He is ineligible for the longer of 15 days or two scheduled games
Yellow Cards:
March 31, 2007: Tommy Campbell, Vacaville #4, received the yellow card for a punch.
Daniel Towers (Hayward CIPP#303514) Violation of Law 10.4(i) Dangerous play at a maul.
Terri Mortrud, UC Berkeley women's team received a yellow card for a dangerous tackle.
Juan Vittolo (Berkeley Men’s Club) received a yellow card for violating Law 10.4 (c), kicking an opponent
The following have been sanctioned by the NCRFU for the week ending April 01, 2007:
Red Cards
None
Yellow Cards
Berkeley #8, Juan Vittolo, for violating Law 10.4 (c), kicking an opponent.
Disciplinary Committee Actions
A high school club has disciplined one of its assistant coaches. The disciplinary committee as reviewed the complaint, and the action, and believe the action taken by the club was sufficient.
The following have been sanctioned by the NCRFU for the week ending 03/25/07:
Having considered the recommendations of the Disciplinary Committee, the Executive Board has imposed the following:
San Mateo RFC: Having received 3 red cards in a single season, San Mateo is placed on probation. Should San Mateo receive an additional red card (for anything other than repeat technical infringements), the club will be immediately suspended for the remainder of the 2007 season (XV side), including playoffs. Also, for the 2008 season, San Mateo must face the DC upon issuance of their first red card offense (for anything other than repeated technical infringements).
Hayward RFC: Hayward did not comply with the NCRFU guidelines regarding the field enclosure, and a fight ensued in which non-participants joined the fight. Given that Hayward has no more home matches, Hayward must ensure that proper sideline barriers are present at Pepsi field for the upcoming CR1 matches. From now on, ropes are no longer adequate and Hayward must provide (at a minimum) orange construction fencing. If the proper barriers are not present, all non-participants must move behind the nearest physical barrier (parking lot fence).
The Disciplinary Committee has imposed the following:
Jose Henriquez (Burbank Islanders CIPP 350482) received a three match suspension for a punch, with one previously administered by his club. He is not eligible until after the Lancer match.
Tevita Lata (San Mateo CIPP 167712) (originally mistakenly identified as Maika Latui) received a yellow card for a dangerous tackle, and then in the same match received a red card for fighting. Tevita Lata has been suspended for the longer of 6 weeks/matches. The suspension is from 15 a-side matches, and to the extent there are not enough remaining matches this season, the suspension will continue forward into next season. In addition, Mr. Lata is on probation for one calendar year. If he received a red card during that year for other than repeat technical infringments, he must face the DC. (Maika Latui IS eligible for immediate participation)
Kesome (aka Samsoni) Veikoso (Hayward CIPP 343673) received a red card for entering the pitch to join a fight. The Hayward Club voluntarily suspended him for an additional match. DC supports Hayward’s three match suspensions for their players and lauds the club for self policing. However, the DC increased the suspension for Kesome Veikoso to four matches, and he is prohibited from being inside the playing enclosure during the matches.
Luki (aka Seone) Veikoso (Hayward CIPP 269519) entered the pitch to join a fight. DC supports Hayward’s three match suspensions for their players and lauds the club for self policing. However, the DC modified the suspension of Luki such that he is prohibited from being inside the playing enclosure during the matches.
Tevita Okusi (Hayward CIPP 343680) entered the pitch to join a fight. DC supports Hayward’s three match suspensions for their players and lauds the club for self policing. However, the DC modified the suspension of Tevita such that he is prohibited from being inside the playing enclosure during the matches.
The following players were cited, and are on probation for fighting. If any receive a red card for anything other than a technical repeat infringement within the next calendar year, the offender will receive an automatic four week suspension, and any further sanctions for the next incident will be doubled as well.
Jillian Larson (Mother Lode Girls)
Julie Larson (Mother Lode Girls)
Samantha Liebergot (Mother Lode Girls)
Emalata Ahokovi (Amazon Girls)
Joanne Faavesi (Amazon Girls)
Sauliloa Fauolo (Amazon Girls)
Erika Hernandez (Amazon Girls)
Red Cards
None
Yellow Cards (excluding technical repeat infringement cards)
Ben Gooding (Sac State) Law 10 4(b) Stamping
Brad Clark (Lamorinda JV) Dangerous Tackle
Sequoia Evleshin (Aptos CIPP 303728) Fighting
Paea Maka (Reno CIPP 174865) Retaliation
Saia Lavolo (Reno CIPP 242049) Fighting
David Tamalieu (Aptos) Law 26.3 (throwing a player to the ground to delay after the whistle had been blown)
Eiti Fuahala (Hayward CIPP 309723) Law 10.4(a) Punching.
Bornstein, Jeremiah (Marin CIPP 193493) Law 10.4(g) Dangerous charge
The following have been sanctioned by the NCRFU for the week ending 03/18/07:
In addition to the following, the Disciplinary Committee will convene Monday to address whether further discipline is warranted to the following club and individuals:
1. San Mateo RFC
2. Semi Faulo (Burbank H.S.)
3. #18 Burbank H.S. (identity to be determined from pictures)
4. Maika Latui (San Mateo)
5. Sione Veikusu (Hayward)
6. Weston Trivitt (Vacaville)
Red Cards
Fauolo, Semi ( Burbank 150192 ): Fighting
Jake Feloko (Hayward U-19 10986). Fighting
Maika Lutui (San Mateo) Yellow for high tackle, then independent Red for fighting
Sione Veikusu (Hayward) Fighting
Kyle Kelloff #1 of (Windsor TNT, High School Team): yellow for high tackle, then red for same thing.
Yellow Cards
Danny Castaneda (Elsie Allen) stomping.
Fangupo, Isileli (142156 Hayward): fighting
Manase Maake (San Mateo): Fighting
Olo Fitifa (Hayward): Fighting
Mark Hansen (Vacaville High School) 312163: 10.4(d) Tripping
Andrew Moore (Golden Gate JV :10) Yellow Card Law 10 (k). Kneed opponent in the back after a tackle
Anton Ginella (Santa Rosa JC,#10, CIPP # 270481): Law 10.4--late charge to kicker.
Adrian Branbury, (Fog CIPP # 343184) Law 10.4--stomping on an opponent.
Tom Mell (Mission CIPP# 208709) fighting
Craig Branstad (CSU Chico CIPP #245847) violation of Law 10.4(b) Stamping.
The following have been sanctioned by the NCRFU for the week ending 03/10/07:
Red Card/Suspensions
Russell Ewing (Mother Lode U-19) Yellow Card for abuse of Referee. Red Card for persistent abuse of Referee Mr. Ewing is not eligible to play again until after March 30, 2007.
Weston Trivitt (CIPP 24624) Vacaville Men (#2), v Chico. Red card for dangerous play. Mr. Trivitt is not eligible to play again until after March 24, 2007.
Yellow Cards
Jake Moreno (CIPP 267298), Vacaville Men (#11), v Chico. Dangerous tackle
Misi Afu (CIPP 268249), Vacaville Men (#12), v. Chico. Dangerous tackle
Jesuit 2 (30) vs. Davis (8) – Rodney Mattos – Elbow to the back
David Pickett, (Barracas 345652) - Punching or striking
Sacramento Lions, Nadruku, Neumi, (CIPP 343086): Dangerous Tackle
Brittany Walters (CIPP 349501), UNR Women (#11), v. Cal, Dangerous tackle.
Luke Well (Elsie Allen) 10.4(b) Stamping or trampling
Colin Devlin (Elsie Allen) 10.4(e) Dangerous tackling
The following have been sanctioned by the NCRFU for the week ending 03/03/07:
Red Card/Suspensions
Justin Giles (Petaluma CIPP # 267364): Knee to the head of a player in a defenseless position. Mr. Giles indicated prior to the disciplinary hearing that he has “hung up his boots.” However, as a formality Mr. Giles has been suspended until September 2008. If Mr. Giles decides to return at the end of his suspension, and a club chooses to risk allowing him to play for them, he will remain on probation until September 2010.
Takai Moeaki (San Mateo CIPP # 216664): Stomp to the head of a player in a defenseless position (Reported last week). Mr. Moeaki was given an opportunity for a disciplinary hearing on March 6, 2007, but his club requested the matter be delayed due to a family emergency. In accordance with their request, Mr. Moeaki is suspended indefinitely by the NCRFU, and will not be allowed to return (if ever) until such time as he makes himself available for a Disciplinary Hearing.
Charles Latu (Diablo Gaels II’s): Off the ball punch to the head of an unsuspecting player. Mr. Latu is suspended for two weeks. The disciplinary committee will meet to determine if the allegations are true, and if so what discipline is appropriate.
Yellow Cards
Jacob Nelson (Humboldt State, Captain, #273368): Fighting
Jay Kinikini (Hayward HS #357680): Dangerous tackling
The following have been sanctioned by the NCRFU for the week ending 2/24/07:
Red card:
Takai Moeaki (San Mateo CIPP # 216664), Law 10.4 (b), stamping on an opponent's head. The disciplinary committee is investigating further sanctions.
Joshua Prickett (Delta H.S.) Persistent high and dangerous tackling
Yellow Card:
Paul Cingulani (Marin Cipp: 343730) 10.4(e) Dangerous tackling
Adam Gallagher ( Petaluma Leghorns Cipp: 363249) 10.4(a) Punching or striking
John Cogliandro (SF Fog Cipp: 305310) 10.4(b) Stamping or trampling
Beau Charter (Jesuit) 10.4(a) Punching or striking
Additional Citations/Investigations
Stanford WRFC has Cited a Chico State player for a punch. An investigation is pending.
Disciplinary Report for the week ending 2/17/2007 (supplement)
The following additional cards were reported:
Red Card/Suspensions
Bendito Rokobalemi (San Mateo cipp #303772.) Red Card for punching. Mr. Rokobelami is not available to play again until March 6, 2007.
Conner McDonell (Elsie Allen CIPP: 353660) Red Card for Dangerous Play Mr. McDowell is not available to play again until after March 6, 2007.
Yellow Cards
Ryan Burgo, ( #13 Alameda U19), yellow card for fighting.
Cameron Cuznar (CIPP 270263; SF/GG U19) yellow card for fighting.
Esei Fehoko (San Mateo cipp #211978.) Yellow card, disputing referee’s calls
The following have been sanctioned by the NCRFU for the week ending 2/17/07:
In addition to the following, a Hayward player has been cited by Diablo. An investigation is pending.
Red Card/Suspensions
Teu, Christopher (Sacramento Lions CIPP 343088). Law 10.4(e) Dangerous Tackle. Having received a red card, Mr. Teu is not eligible to play until March 4, 2007.
Lino, Mati (Diablo CIPP 346888) Having received his second yellow card in a season, Mr. Lino is suspended for two weeks/two games and thus is not eligible to play until March 4, 2007.
Yellow Cards
Willson, Kyle (UC Davis CIPP 125600) Law 10.4(k) Acts contrary to good sportsmanship
Dreu, Mikale (Sacramento Lions CIPP 343265) Law 10.4(e) dangerous tackle
Taylor, William (Sacramento Lions CIPP 352487) Law 10.4(e) dangerous tackle
Fatai Vailala (East Palo Alto High School CIPP 270135) Law 10.4(e) dangerous tackle.
Towers, Daniel (Hayward CIPP 303524) violation of law 10.4(a) punching
Sainone Laulaupeulau (Hayward CIPP 24451) violation of law 10.4(a) Punching
Lino, Mati (Diablo CIPP 346888) violation of Law 10.4(d) tripping (yellow card)
The following have been sanctioned by the NCRFU for the week ending 2/10/07:
Red Card/Suspensions
Late edition: Aaron Dan-Gibbs of UC Santa Cruz received a red card for
fighting. He is not eligible to play the next two scheduled matches, and
thus will not be eligible until after March 4, 2007.
Yellow Cards
Ian Abernathy (Stanford cipp: 271391) Dangerous play in a scrum, ruck or maul
Jacob Nelson (Humboldt State, CIPP # 273368) Dangerous tackle.
The following have been sanctioned by the NCRFU for the week ending 2/2/07:
Red Card/Suspension
Viliami Vateui (Hayward U19) red card for dangerous tackle. Mr. Vateui is not eligible to
play until February 19, 2007.
Samisoni Latu (San Jose 270375) Received his second yellow card in one season for violent
and/or dangerous play. As such, he received a 2 game/15 day suspension, and thus is not
eligible to play until February 26, 2007.
Yellow Cards
Ted Watje (Chico State CIPP #345837) Violation of Law 10.4(b), stamping
Anuanu Tuiono (San Mateo CIPP 227470) Violation of Law 10.4 (a), punching
Tevita Taufa (Sacramento Lions CIPP 303614) Law 10.4(e), dangerous tackle
Latu, Samsoni (San Jose Seahawks CIPP 270375) 10.3, Collapsing maul.
Matthew Leatherby (St. Mary's CIPP 243951), foul play.
Latu, Danny (San Jose Seahawks CIPP 210228), 10.4(e) Dangerous tackling
Rishi Chandiok (San Jose Seahawks CIPP 303458), Law 10.4(e) Stamping or trampling
Lino, Mati (Diablo Gaels CIPP 346888), Diablo Gaels, yellow card for dangerous tackle
(from prior week.)
Latu, Sione (East Palo Alto CIPP 345720)dangerous tackle
Tuitavaka, Keneti (East Palo Alto Cipp: 349803) dangerous tackle 10.4 (a), punching
Adamo, Polo (Christian Brothers CIPP 310642) dangerous tackle
Nims, David (UC Davis CIPP 281600) Collapsing of Maul
Nola, Anton (Sacramento State CIPP 304175) Collapsing of Maul
Under NCRFU rules, a red card is an automatic, administrative two scheduled match/15 day suspension
(whichever is longer). Two yellow cards for dangerous or violent play in the same competitive season
carry the same penalty as a red card. As the referee is the sole judge of law and fact on the pitch,
there is no appeal from a red or yellow card; however, under certain circumstances, an offender may
be referred to the NCRFU Disciplinary Committee for consideration of additional sanctions.
Exception to Mandatory Suspension: If a player receives a red card in a match for repeat technical
violations (e.g. offsides, hands-in ruck) that are neither violent nor dangerous, then the red card
shall not result in a mandatory two week suspension. However, if any of the offenses that gave rise to
the red card included a yellow card for a violent or dangerous nature, then the red card still carries
with it the mandatory two scheduled match/15 day suspension.
The following have been sanctioned by the NCRFU for the week ending 1/20/07:
This week was much better than last. We only had one red card. After a review of the tape between the Olympic Club, and the Diablo Gaels match from January 20, 2007, a suspension was also given to another player. Remember folks, there is no better evidence then a video! There may not be touch judges, but a camera may be on.
Warner Taumalolo (Reno RFC CIPP 303611): Red Card for abuse of referee. Mr. Taumalolo acknowledged that his conduct was wrong, and displayed remorse both on the pitch and during the course of investigation. After further investigation by the disciplinary committee, and taking into account Mr. Taumalolo’s post-incident acknowledgments and cooperation with the disciplinary committee, it was agreed by all that a five game suspension was appropriate. However, all parties are reminded that any physical touching of the referee, no matter how minimal, is subject to discipline, and may even result in criminal actions.
Isikeli Faiva (Diablo Gaels CIPP 268163): Two game suspension by disciplinary committee for punching. Mr. Faiva will not be eligible until February 18, 2007.
Melenga 'Paki' Kanongatao (Diablo Gaels): Yellow Card for Dangerous Tackling.
Siosiua Fihaki (Hayward CIPP 142150): Yellow card for dangerous tackle.
Samisoni Latu (Seahawks): Yellow card for punching an opponent
Epoki Fakaosi (Seahawks): Dangerous tackle
The following have been sanctioned by the NCRFU for the week ending 01-22-07:
Suspension of Soane Fotofili
The Disciplinary Committee is very disappointed to stall the rugby career of a young player who shows phenomenal potential. However, foul play and false identification will not be tolerated! As a result of foul play in the B Side match between Sacramento Lions and the Diablo Gaels, Soane Fotofili aka Sam Langi has received a 10 week ban. Because Mr. Fotofili gave a name to the referee that the committee believed was either false, or with the intent to deceive, the Disciplinary Committee extended the ban for one full year. Mr. Fotofili is not eligible to participate until January 22, 2008.
It should be clear at this point, that foul play will not be tolerated by the committee.
Repeat Infringements
There has also been a slight change to the mandatory suspension for a red card given for repeat infringements. The exception is as follows:
“Exception to Mandatory Suspension: If a player receives a red card in a match for repeat technical violations (e.g. offsides; hands-in ruck) that are neither violent nor dangerous, then the red card shall not result in a mandatory two week suspension. However, if any of the offenses that gave rise to the red card included a yellow card for a violent or dangerous nature, then the red card still carries with it the mandatory two scheduled match/15 day suspension.
Citations
Two Diablo players have been cited by the Olympic Club and an investigation is continuing.
Red Cards
The following player received a red card:
Justin Giles (CIPP 267364) Petaluma, red Card for foul play.
Yellow Cards:
The following player received yellow cards:
Mohammad Khairul (Cipp 321543), # 13 SF/GG U23, v SRJC, dangerous tackle
Aisea Lasike (CIPP 177035), Vacaville, yellow card for dangerous tackle.
The following have been sanctioned by the NCRFU for the week ending 01-15-07:
The good news is there were no red cards. The bad news is there were a whole bunch of yellow cards. Dangerous tackles seem to be the biggest culprit. Playing a man down can’t be good for the team, and sending someone to the hospital can’t be good for anyone. Let’s bring those tackles down folks!!!
1. Sione Malile #15 (CIPP 141771), Diablo Gaels U23, yellow card for dangerous tackle.
2.
Sam Lehenoa #4 (CIPP 343664), Diablo Gaels U23, yellow card for fighting.
3.
Peniueti Taufoou #8, Diablo Gaels U23, yellow card for dangerous tackle.
4.
Isito Tautaua- Diablo Gaels dangerous tackle
5.
Tau Mantau- Diablo Gaels dangerous tackle
6.
Bryce Paulson #3 SRJC, yellow card for fighting.
7.
Alex Shih, Stanford, CIPP 271376, Law 10.4 (k) Acts contrary to good sportsmanship.
8.
Osvaldo Medina, Vacaville, (CIPP 196514), Law 10.4 Dangerous tackle}
9.
James Shea, Vacaville, (CIPP 267302) Law 10.4 Dangerous tackle
10.
Austin Ernest, Chico , (CIPP 245469) Law 10.4 Dangerous tackle
11.
Derek Brown, Chico, (CIPP 274400) Law 10.4 Dangerous tackle
The following players have been sanctioned by the NCRFU on 2/25/06:
A panel of the NCRFU D/C has given Seone ("Seleti") Mokofisi, Reno Zephyrs, a two year ban. Mr. Mokofisi may resume play 2/2/08. In the Reno match at Mission on 1/28/06, Mr. Mokofisi received a yellow card for foul play. While in the sin bin for the yellow card, Mr. Mokofisi entered the field of play and attempted to block an opponent trying to score. Mr. Mokofisi then tried to start a fight with his opponents immediately after interfering with play. For this action, Mr. Mokofisi received a red card. After being given the red card, (i) he then verbally abused the referee and had to be restrained by his teammates, and (ii) then, after the match, approached the referee and threatened him with physical harm, and, again, had to be restrained by his teammates.
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