From: Sanjay Nayar
Date: Fri, Oct 30, 2009 at 9:09 AM
Subject: [ccsl_teams] Fw: CCSL DC Recommendation: Capital Crew v. Painkillers - 10/25/2009
CCSL Captains,
Please see below for yet another CCSL Disciplinary Committee ruling this season. It's the third such incident this season (in addition to a 1 game suspension for a Backdraft player who has accumlated 3 yellow cards over the season) and is particularly upsetting for a number of reasons.
Fights have no business in our league. I can not recall a situation during my tenure or otherwise when we have had actual punches thrown and landed and its totally unacceptable in any circumstance. The average age of our recreational league is above 30 so its unfathomable to me that we have behavior like this on all counts. We cant and shouldn't act like children out on the pitch. This league doesn't need players like that.
Given all the recent actions that have necessitated Disciplinary Committee review, I have forwarded them out to you all with the understanding that you – as Captains – will be extra vigilant to stand up as leaders and control your teams. In this case, it seems as though this did not happen as we would have liked.
While the suspensions for the two players are serious, the team and individual probations are also no simple slap on the wrist. As I said before, this league doesn't need players or teams that continue to act this way and additional infractions could very well result in outright dismissal from CCSL.
Please pass along this information to your team members and let them know this type of behavior is not and will not be tolerated. As we head into the playoffs (of which the winner wins NOTHING) try to remember to have fun out there and leave your aggressions at home.
Sanjay
CCSL Commissioner
From: Sanjay Nayar
Sent: Fri, October 30, 2009 10:07:21 AM
Subject: CCSL DC Recommendation: Capital Crew v. Painkillers - 10/25/2009
Painkillers/Cap Crew Captains,
Please see below for the disciplinary committee recommendations for the incident that occurred on Oct 25th. I concur with their recommendations fully and as such, the suspensions and probation are in effect immediately.
It goes without say that I am dismayed and disappointed in both teams.
Sanjay
Sanjay, cc: Jon, Matt Jim, Nick
After an exhaustive review of the facts, including testimony from players and officials, and lengthy conversations with CCSL Board members, the Disciplinary Committee (DC) recommends the following:
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Background
During a 10/25/09 match between Capital Crew and Painkillers a physical altercation took place, initially involving one player from each side, and escalating into a confrontation involving multiple players. In the second half of the match, an offside call was made against Capital Crew. After play was whistled dead, Aldo Perez (Capital Crew) played the ball away from Jason Rosenberg (Painkillers), resulting in a verbal remarks from Rosenberg, followed by Rosenberg pushing Perez. Additional pushing and shoving ensued by both parties. The officiating crew and additional players intervened to separate and restrain Rosenberg and Perez. At some point during the altercation, Perez threw and apparently landed at least one punch. Eventually both players were directed off of the pitch. Rosenberg left the playing area without undue delay. Perez left the pitch but lingered in the general vicinity while awaiting his ride.
Suggested Action
First off, the DC believes that the officiating crew deserves to be recognized for the manner in which they controlled what could have been a very bad situation. None of our CCSL officials sign up to step into the middle of a physical altercation, yet that is the unfortunate position that this crew ended up in. By all accounts, they acted professionally and swiftly took control of the situation.
The DC's ruling and recommendation to the league takes into account the actions that took place up until the players left the pitch. In light of the on-field altercation, and the pending discipline related to that altercation, any discipline related to a delay in leaving the immediate is rather inconsequential. This, however, should not be taken as the DC turning a blind eye to players lingering in the playing area after an ejection. CCSL laws clearly state that a player who has been ejected is to immediately leave the field and surrounding area.
Jason Rosenberg - Painkillers
The DC suggests that Rosenberg be suspended a total of two games and be placed on probation for one calendar year. Any referrals to the DC, for Rosenberg, during that calendar year could result in an immediate removal from the CCSL. In reaching this decision, the DC cites Rosenberg's apparent aggressive play throughout the match. He accumulated a yellow card during the first half, and per the officiating crew, his actions during the second half altercation alone warranted a red card. Rosenberg instigated the physical altercation with Perez with a verbal remark towards Perez, followed by Rosenberg pushing Perez.
Aldo Perez - Capital Crew
The DC suggests that Perez be suspended a total of five games and be placed on probation for two calendar years. Any referrals to the DC, for Perez, during that calendar year could result in an immediate removal from the CCSL. Throwing a punch, under any circumstances, is not tolerated by the CCSL. CCSL was established, and has operated as a recreational soccer league, where players can compete and enjoy the benefits of a competitive soccer game. At no time should any of those players have to worry about being struck by another player. Perez's actions, were far outside the scope of a soccer game and have absolutely no place in the CCSL. His escalation of the physical altercation was a danger to not only himself and Rosenberg, but the officials and players that were needed to control the situation.
Capital Crew and Painkillers
The DC suggests that both Capital Crew and Painkillers be placed on probation for one calendar year. Both teams showed a failure to control players when tempers flared. As a direct result of this, the above-mentioned physical altercation ensued. Additionally, a captain from Painkillers continued to verbally challenge the center official after the altercation. Although this interaction did not rise to the level of dissent, it was uncalled for given the circumstances, and compounded the issues that the officials were already dealing with.
This concludes the recommendations of the DC in the above-captioned matter.
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