RULES

The current Football Queensland LAWS OF THE GAME (see below) will be adhered to at the 2026 Sunshine Coast Walking Football Festival.

PLEASE NOTE

Running or jogging is strictly prohibited at all times, whether in possession of the ball or not. Any infringement shall be penalised in accordance with competition rules
Walking Football is a non-contact sport. Any physical contact deemed careless, reckless, or excessive by the referee shall result in a free kick or further disciplinary action.
A maximum of four (4) touches per player is permitted. If a player takes more than four touches, an indirect free kick will be awarded to the opposing team.
Penalties shall be taken from 7 metres from goal. The player taking the penalty must be positioned no more than one metre behind the ball prior to taking the kick.
In line with the Laws of the Game (LOTG), if a goalkeeper’s save or block causes the ball to rise above the designated height limit before leaving the field of play, possession will be awarded to the opposing team via a sideline restart (kick-in or roll-in) at the point where the offence occurred.
Hard peaked caps are to be worn backwards
No jewellery to be worn and if you must wear a Fitbit or heart watch, this must be covered with a stretch band or tape.
In the mixed division, teams must have a minimum of two (2) female players on the field at all times (minimum 4/2 rule).

6 v 6 - 5 outfield players and 1 goalkeeper.
Unlimited subs
Games will be 20 minutes with no half time break
The surface is grass
Football boots are allowed but no metal studs.
Shin pads are mandatory
5 size balls
All matches shall commence and conclude strictly on the official hooter signal.
All substitute players must wear bibs at all times while off the field of play.
No additional time shall be added for stoppages during either half, in order to maintain the overall match schedule.
In the event of a match being abandoned, the result shall be determined by the score at the time of abandonment.