Committee of the Absurd: Foosball League 2024 Season

Bylaws and Rules of Engagement

Welcome, esteemed members of the Foosball League 2024! Please review the rules of engagement carefully, as they are crucial for the well-being of our delicate ecosystem of ping-pong balls and flailing arms.

Section 1: The Foosball Stick

Rule 1: Stick Length and Grip The stick shall be exactly 30 inches long, with a circumference of 2.5 inches. The grip must be exactly 4 inches wide and 1.5 inches deep.
Rule 2: Stick Weight The stick shall weigh exactly 3.5 ounces, give or take 0.5 ounces. Any stick that deviates from this specification shall be subject to an immediate 5-game suspension.

Section 2: The Foos

Rule 3: Foos Shape and Size The foos shall be exactly 2 inches in diameter, with a height of 1.25 inches. Any foos that are not within 0.1 inches of this specification shall be subject to an immediate 10-game suspension.
Rule 4: Foos Color The foos shall be exactly 50% white, 25% red, and 25% green. Any foos that are not exactly within these specifications shall be subject to an immediate 20-game suspension.

Section 3: The Playing Field

Rule 5: Table Size and Shape The table shall be exactly 48 inches long, 28 inches wide, and 1.5 inches thick. Any table that deviates from this specification shall be subject to an immediate 15-game suspension.
Rule 6: Table Finish The table shall be exactly 50% glossy, 25% matte, and 25% reflective. Any table that deviates from this specification shall be subject to a 30-game suspension.

Please report any deviations from these rules immediately to the Committee of the Absurd. Failure to do so shall result in an immediate 50-game suspension.

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Schedule Conflicts and Time-Warping, Foos Supply Chain Disruptions, and Player Behavioral Issues