This weekend the world famous o2 Arena in London will host the inaugural British Fast 5 All Stars – here is our all you need to know guide.
The Rules
Squad must consist of 8 players from current Super League squad and each team can select up to 2 worldwide All Star picks
5 a side rules with the following positions:
- Goal Attack
- Goal Shooter
- Centre
- Goal Defense
- Goal Keeper
Games will last 12 minutes with no intervals.
5 points for a goal inside anywhere (excluding circle and outer circle) in the final third.
3 points for a goal from inside the outer circle.
1 point for a goal from inside the inner circle
Power-play can be used in which all points scored will be doubled. This can only last for 2 minutes and must conclude inside the first 10 minutes of the game. Power-play cannot be activated whilst the opponent is currently using theirs.
Rolling substitutions.
If a game is tied at full time, a next goal wins rule will determine the winner.
Competition Format
Teams will play up to 3 matches. 2 wins and they will advance straight through to the semi finals, 2 defeats and they are eliminated.
Semi Finals and of course the final is a straight knock out contest.
Prize Fund
Winner – £25,000
Runner up – £20,000
Losing semi finalist – £12,500
1 Win – £10,000
No wins – £5,000
The Squads
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- 23rd September
- o2 Arena, London
- 5pm-10pm
- Tickets here.