1. Based on feedback, we may expand this to include families and other leagues in the future.

2. Platforms & Peripherals:

   • Players may compete on PC or Console

   • Use of Controller, Keyboard & Mouse is permitted

3.  Match Conduct:

   • Players must remain professional and respectful at all times.

   • No toxic behavior, harassment, or hate speech.

4. Cheating & Exploits:

   • Any form of cheating (including use of devices like cronus, XIM and other similar devices), hacking, or exploiting game bugs is strictly prohibited.

   • Offenders will be immediately disqualified.

5. Disconnects & Technical Issues:

   • If a player disconnects mid-match, the team may continue without them or use their sub.

   • If a major technical issue occurs, the match may be restarted at the discretion of VGA.

6. Forfeits:

   • If a team forfeits two matches, they will be placed under review by the admins and contacted to discuss ways to prevent future forfeits.

   • If a team forfeits three or more matches, the team may be removed from competition at the discretion of the VGA Tournament Host.

   • A forfeit is considered a 3-0 win.

7. Communication & Representation:

   • Each team must have a Point of Contact (POC) who liaises with VGA.

   • VGA will schedule matches and provide notice at least 3 days in advance.

   • Teams and organisations are encouraged to stream their matches. VGA will stream all matches wherever possible on our official channel, including exclusive logos/display screens advertising teams and representative organisations.

8. Life Outside Community:

   • When communicating in Discord, on Xbox, Battle.net, or PlayStation, remember that members have lives outside the community.

   • Harassment for any reason (e.g., unresponsiveness, disagreement, etc.) will not be tolerated and can result in muting, suspension, or expulsion from the League.

9. Disruption of Communication:

   • Keep all communication in Discord respectful and professional.

   • Do not spam tag or disrupt normal communication.

10. Harassment:

    • VGA welcomes players of all skill levels, ages, and backgrounds.

    • Racist, sexist, graphic, homophobic, or skill-shaming content will not be tolerated.

    • Offenders may face disciplinary action from League Admins.

11. In-Game Conduct:

    • Players must conduct themselves in a sportsmanlike manner.

12. Cheating & Integrity:

    • Players must uphold league standards.

    • Cheating of any kind will result in disciplinary action.

13. Prohibited Actions:

• Stream Sniping:

  • Monitoring or receiving information from an opponent’s Twitch stream or the VGA Twitch channel during matches.

• Account Sharing:

  • Fielding a non-rostered player or using a secondary/Smurf account.

• DDOS Attacks:

  • Using network attack tools to knock an opponent offline or sharing player IP information.

• Match Fixing:

  • Any deliberate attempt to manipulate match results (e.g., sitting in spawn, forfeiting for better playoff positioning, etc.).

14. Reporting Violations:

• Violations should be reported via the #support channel in the VGA Discord with evidence.

15. Disciplinary Action: Admins reserve the right to take necessary action