Introduction 

The American FootGolf League (AFGL) establishes these guidelines for Clubs in the First Division and their member players, for the 2024-2025 season to ensure fair play, competitiveness, and club development.

 

Joining a Club

1. New players can join any club, at any point, during the season if they are first-time AFGL players or have never been part of an AFGL club.

2. International players moving to the US for an extended stay (e.g., student/work visa) can join if they are not part of another league or club and are active AFGL members.

 

Transfers

1. Transfer window: Between the end of The Nationals of the previous season and 1 week before the first event of the new season.

2. Club presidents have exclusive authority to confirm player releases and acceptances.

3. Players signed to a club cannot transfer to another club during the season or after the transfer period.

4. The current president has 24 hours to respond to the AFGL's final transfer request. If a club refuses to release a player, they must provide just cause, such as outstanding financial obligations. The AFGL reviews the reason and reserves the right to authorize the transfer if necessary. If the president fails to respond by the Transfer Window's end, the AFGL may process the transfer

 

Free Agents

1. Players have the option to become free agents at any point during the season.

2. Free agents cannot switch clubs during the season, and only players with no prior First Division AFGL Club affiliation can join a club mid-season.

3. Free agents are eligible to sign with any AFGL Club during the designated transfer window.

 

Player Status​​

1. Club members inactive for under three years may rejoin their active AFGL Club by renewing their expired AFGL/FIFG World Tour License.

2. After a 3-year inactivity period following license expiration, players automatically transition to Free Agent status, allowing them to join a new club or rejoin their previous club at any time during the season (e.g., expiration in December 2022 leads to Free Agent status in January 2026).

3. If a club folds, dissolves or ceases operations, all its players will be designated as Free Agents.​

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Club Merger Guidelines

1. Both club presidents must agree and sign off.

2. Only presidents can finalize mergers.

3. Member players cannot make mergers official.

4. Mergers require club dissolution

 

Club Name Change Rules

1. One Season waiting period required.

2. Clubs can submit new name requests during the season.

3. Name changes take effect at the end of the season.

 

Additional Requirements

1. Clubs should prepare to be an officially registered businesses starting 2025/2026.

2. New clubs must register and play as Recreational Club for one season before applying for the First Division status.

 

Definitions

1. New Club: New registered business name in a U.S. state and AFGL registration.

2. Different Club: Changes in name, players, or registration.

 

Club Name Changes​

1. Name changes can be verified with a business license only.

2. Reasons for Name Change:
   a. Enhanced branding and recognition
   b. Improved clarity and simplicity
   c. Expansion of scope or services
   d. Sponsorship or partnership opportunities
   e. Rebranding for growth or transitioning to a registered business

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Participation Requirements

1. Clubs must participate in all AFGL major tournaments (Desert Storm, Las Vegas Open, The Nationals, and U.S. Open) with at least one player from any category.

2. U.S. players must be AFGL affiliated players with an active FIFG World Tour License.

3. Canadian players must have an active FIFG World Tour license and be in good standing with the Canadian FootGolf Association to compete in the AFGL Clubs First Division. Non-affiliated players, those competing in other FootGolf club leagues, or affiliated with countries other than the USA or Canada are ineligible.

4. U.S. players must wear the AFGL Tour Logo on their uniforms (polo, collared shirt, or jacket).

5. Club uniforms must incorporate the AFGL Tour logo into their design.

6. Non-affiliated Club logos are not allowed during AFGL Tour competitions and events.

7. U.S. National Champion Clubs are exclusively authorized to display a star outside their logo for each championship title won, symbolizing their outstanding achievements.

8. All club players and caddies must take the AFGL Rules Quiz before their first competition. No exceptions

9. Players must follow the Federation for International FootGolf rules and guidelines

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Club Championship • General Information​

1. Canadian FootGolf Clubs are welcome to participate as guests until a national Canadian Clubs competition is established. 

2. Only American clubs are eligible to receive the title of U.S. National Champion and represent the country.

3. Location of the Club Finals: Reunion Resort & Golf Club

4. Dates: Thursday May 15th -1, Sunday May 18th, 2025​​​ ​

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