a. Each team shall have its players on the field for the opening play for the scheduled time for the beginning of each half. When both teams refuse to enter the field first for the start of either half, the home team must be the first to enter. b. The home management is responsible for clearing the field of play and end zones at the beginning of each half so that the periods may start at the scheduled time. The referee may waive the penalty for circumstances beyond the control of home management. PENALTY – Ten yards from the succeeding spot. [S21]