Frequently Asked Questions
GAME SCENARIOS
QUESTION: How come I can't punt when I am at the 45 yard line (or closer)?
ANSWER: When you are at the 45 yard line (or closer), you are within Field Goal range. So you have to send your field goal kicker out there - even if you think they may not be up to the task. 10 yards are added to the line of scrimmage to calculate Field Goal distance. A line of scrimmage at the 45 yard line translates into a 55 yard field goal attempt. Therefore, you have to slide your puck into the smallest field goal target in order for it to be "good." If you don't feel like your field goal kicker is up to the task, you can always GO FOR IT.
QUESTION: If a puck slide passes the -2 and -6 zones but ends up in the center circle area and not in a RUN or PASS target, how do I score that?
ANSWER: It should also be specified that a puck throw that comes up WAY short of the target area must be scored as either -2 or -6 depending on whether it was a RUN or PASS attempt. If the puck slide does pass the -2 or -6 threshold and it doesn't land in a target associated with a RUN or PASS, penalty, or turnover, then it has to be INCOMPLETE or NO GAIN - this includes missing to the right, left or over-shooting the target area.
QUESTION: What if a puck bounces off the wood and lands back in the target area - does that count?
ANSWER: No - "bouncies" do not count.
QUESTION: Are there any rules regarding where the puck has to be thrown from or how far you arm can extend on a throw?
ANSWER: The slider must remain on their end of the field. Puck slides must originate from anywhere within either the red or blue area and be a natural motion.
QUESTION: Is there a way to incorporate Kickoff Returns and Punt Returns for touchdowns?
ANSWER: To add this possibility to your game-play simply allow the player to start with a slide that has the potential of a kickoff return TD. The slide needs to be at a target that is super difficult to achieve. So....some folks are using the screw in the center of the circular kicking target area. If their puck slide stops with any portion of the screw appearing in the cross-hair window, they simply press the purple TOUCHDOWN button and the result is a kickoff return for a TD.
Now, depending on when you purchased your game board, some do not have a screw in their kicking target area. No worries! If you do not have a screw, use another similar-sized target like the "O" in the word GOAL that is also roughly in the center of the circular kicking target area. If any part of the "O" appears in your puck window - press the purple TD button...same result - a kickoff return TD.
The same method works for punt returns too. As originally conceived, all punts resulted in either a "fair catch" or a touchback. There were no punt returns. However, if you would like to incorporate the potential of a punt return for a TD, you can take the same approach. If the punt does not result in an automatic touchback, allow the player that receives the punt to slide a puck at the center screw or "O" in the circular kicking target area. If they get any portion of these in their cross-hair window, they press the purple TD button and the result is a punt return TD.
If the puck slide misses the screw or the "O", the puck is returned and play continues as normal.
QUESTION: Is there a way for the defense to decline a penalty?
ANSWER: It's midway through the game and you are on defense in a tied game. Your opponent has 3rd down and 5 yards to go when they hit the dreaded -5 penalty. Well, why give them another shot to replay 3rd down and potentially convert if you could decline the penalty and force them into a likely punt scenario on 4th and 5? To decline a penalty, all you have to do is tell your opponent you decline and press the NO GAIN button. There you have it - it's 4th and 5.
QUESTION: Do both players have to use the same number of defenders?
ANSWER: There have been quite a few questions about the defenders in Fozzy Football and I wanted to offer some insights that you may find helpful. First, one of the most common mistakes that I see new players make it using the defenders too soon. A good rule of thumb to follow is this; when a player is able to put 35+ points on the board in a 15 minute game, then they are ready to face a defense. Until that time, defenders should stay off the field.
Assuming your skill level has reached the point of needing defenders, the answer to how many should be placed on the field is something that you must agree to with your opponent. Usually 1, 2 or 3 is typical. You can use 4 but this really should be reserved for the most experienced and skilled players. Defenders can be reset on every new play. Additionally, only 1 defense is on the field at a time. The defenders must be placed in the green surface area. Geometry says that the most strategic place to place them is closest to the target area but there is nothing stopping you from placing them in more forward positions.
In terms of your puck slide, the smartest thing to do is to avoid the defenders completely. Slide the puck around or between them. I've yet to see someone be able to accurately deflect their puck off of the defenders with any consistency.
Here's the part that hopefully some of you will be able to take away and make Fozzy Football more enjoyable. In so many other games, when players are unevenly matched, the game ceases to be fun. I stopped playing Madden with my younger cousin for exactly that reason. In Fozzy Football, the game can be handicapped to rebalance the matchup. You can do this by allowing the less skilled player to use more defenders. For example, if you are an expert and you are playing a beginner, you may not use defenders at all when the beginner is on offense but you may be sliding against 3 defenders that you allow the beginner to place when you are on offense. This can rebalance an otherwise uneven matchup and restore the competitive spirit to your game.
OPERATIONS
QUESTION: Are the reviews on your website real?
ANSWER: Wow! What an awesome question! Yes, they are 100% real and a lot more of them should be coming soon. We recently added a "Review" widget on the website and it automatically reaches out to people that are Fozzy Football owners to ask them for their honest feedback. If you are asking how can the reviews be that great, I have a simple answer. If you are not totally ecstatic with your purchase, just let us know and we will either make it right or get you a refund.
QUESTION: How much does the complete set weigh?
ANSWER: The weight is dependent on the type of game set that you purchase. The weight and other details are outlined on the product page.
QUESTION: How do I care for the game surface to ensure consistent puck slides over time?
ANSWER: The game surface will be delivered already treated with a silicone spray specifically designed for shuffleboard surfaces. However, it will wear off over time with regular use. Typically, you will want to re-condition the game surface after approximately 20 game sessions. To keep your game surface evenly slick, it is recommended that you use the silicone spray available from the Fozzy Football online store. We've found this formula to work best for the game surface. For best results, spray the silicone onto a paper towel, let it dry for a few seconds and then wipe down the game surface entirely. Re-apply as needed to maintain consistent play. If it goes on wet, it will hang up the puck from gliding smoothly. Not to worry - it will dry. Test the application and see what works best for your preference.
QUESTION: Are there any leagues or events around me where I can see and play Fozzy Football?
ANSWER: At the present time, we do not have any sanctioned leagues but there is a tremendous opportunity to start one in your area...and we would love to work with you in supporting the process of establishing one. Future enhancements of the Fozzy Football mobile app will include features that will support league play.
POLICIES
The policies for Omnibron Incorporated, the company, and Fozzy Football, the game, are outlined herein;
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Hours of Operation and Location: we keep normal business hours but you are welcome to call or email any time. Omnibron Inc. is a small, family-owned and operated business that understands the value of our customer and how important it is to address your needs quickly. We may not answer every single phone call or respond immediately to every email, but we will respond in a timely manner and treat you with the respect you deserve.
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Arcadia, CA 91006
If you prefer to call, (626) 623-9889 or you can email at: support@omnibron.com
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Warranty: all products have a 1 year warranty against defect and can be exchanged at no cost. Email support@omnibron.com to initiate the warranty process.
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Returns: we have a 30-day return policy, which means you have 30 days after receiving your item to request a return. To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, with all items delivered in the original packaging. You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase.
To start a return, you can contact us at support@omnibron.com. If your return is accepted, we’ll send you instructions on how and where to send your package. Items sent back to us without first contacting us to arrange the return will not be accepted.
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Certain items cannot be returned, like perishable goods (such as aerosol spray), and custom products (such as special orders or personalized items). We do not accept returns for hazardous materials, flammable liquids, or gases. Please get in touch if you have questions or concerns about your specific item.
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Exchanges: the fastest way to ensure you get what you want is to return the item you have, and once the return is accepted, make a separate purchase for the new item.
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Refunds: we will notify you once we’ve received and inspected your return, and let you know if the refund was approved or not. If approved, you’ll be automatically refunded on your original payment method. Please remember it can take some time for your bank or credit card company to process and post the refund too.
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Vendor Code of Conduct
Ethical Sourcing and Human Rights Policy
OVERVIEW
Omnibron believes that acting ethically and responsibly is the right thing to do for our business and the businesses that we choose to have relationships. To encourage ethical practices throughout our supply chain, Omnibron shares a Vendor Code of Conduct (“Vendor Code”) to clarify expectations across a number of key areas; business integrity, labor practices, associate health and safety, and environmental management.
The Vendor Code complements Omnibron’s Corporate Social Responsibility company policy and aims to extend the spirit of ethical and responsible conduct to all companies with which Omnibron maintains relationships. The companies and employees (including temporary), agents, contractors, consultants, or other representatives of suppliers or vendor of goods and services (hereinafter referred to as “Vendor”) are to follow this Code.
BUSINESS CONDUCT
With regards to way in which Omnibron vendors conduct themselves, Omnibron expects its Vendors to conduct business responsibly, with integrity, honesty, and transparency, and to adhere to the following principles:
Environmental and Regulatory
- Carry out operations with care for the environment and comply with all applicable environmental laws and regulations. Seek to achieve cleaner air and water and reduced landfill waste. Consider potential environmental impacts of daily business decision-making processes along with opportunities for conservation of natural resources, recycling, source reduction and pollution control.
- Stay abreast of and ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations of the countries of each vendor’s operation, as well as any federal and/or state laws applicable to business operations.
Ethical and Fair Practices
- Ensure that your relationship with Omnibron is a mutually beneficial relationship that is obtained via fair competition, without paying or receiving bribes, free of kickbacks or giving anything of value to secure an improper advantage. Omnibron conducts business legally and ethically within the framework of free enterprise. Arrangements with customers, vendors, government officials, or other third parties that include any unethical practices are strictly prohibited. This means that obtaining, or attempting to obtain, a personal benefit or business advantage because of any relationship with Omnibron through improper or illegal means - extortion, embezzlement, bribery, and kickbacks in any form are strictly prohibited.
- Comply with policies regarding gifts, entertainment, and conflicts of interest when dealing with Omnibron employees.
- Vendors are prohibited from providing or offering gifts to Omnibron employees that could inappropriately influence business decisions or gain an unfair advantage.
- Vendors are required to conduct their business in a responsible and ethical manner. In addition, vendors must exercise reasonable care and diligence to prevent any actions or conditions that could result in a conflict of interest.
- Treat employees fairly in all things including wages, working hours and benefits.
- Follow all legal and regulatory requirements and follow sound employee relations practices.
- Working hours, wages, and benefits will be consistent with laws and industry standards, including those pertaining to minimum wages, overtime, other elements of compensation, and legally mandated benefits.
Labor and Work Conditions
- Embrace and develop a diverse workforce that is reflective of the diversity of the communities where operations are conducted, and provide a workplace free from discrimination, harassment, or any other form of abuse.
- Follow all equal employment opportunity laws and create a work environment in which employees and business partners feel valued and respected for their contributions.
- Harassment, including unwelcome verbal, visual, physical, or other conduct of any kind that creates an intimidating, offensive or hostile work environment will not be tolerated. Ensure there is an easily accessible and anonymous method to report concerns and processes are in place to investigate and resolve each incident.
- Employment decisions must be based on qualifications, skills, performance, and experience.
- Prohibit all forms of forced or compulsory labor.
- Maintain and promote fundamental human rights.
- Base employment decisions on free choice, never coerced or a result of prison labor, and free from physical punishment or threats of violence or other forms of physical, sexual, psychological, or verbal abuse as a method of discipline or control.
- Prohibit use of child labor.
- Adhere to the minimum employment age limit defined by applicable laws and regulations and comply with relevant International Labor Organization (ILO) standards.
- Prevent children from performing work that exposes them to undue physical risks that can harm physical, mental, or emotional development or improperly interfere with their schooling or developmental needs.
- Respect employees’ right to freedom of association and collective bargaining, consistent with local laws. Consistent with applicable law, Vendors shall respect employees’ rights to join or refrain from joining associations and worker organizations.
- Provide safe and healthy working conditions.
- Proactively manage health and safety risks to provide an incident-free working environment where occupational injuries and illnesses are prevented.
- Implement management systems that identify, assess, and control hazards and mitigate risks related to job function.
- Comply with all applicable health and safety regulations.
- Provide education and communications to workers about hazardous materials with which they may come into contact.
Finance and Administration
- Maintain accurate financial books and business records in accordance with all applicable legal and regulatory requirements and accepted accounting practices.
- Disclose information about all subcontractors upon request. Ensure that all subcontractors operate under the same standards outlined in the Vendor Code. Conduct appropriate oversight of subcontractors and retain information necessary to demonstrate appropriate oversight and monitoring related to this Vendor Code. Vendors will provide such documentation upon request.
- Support compliance with the Vendor Code by establishing appropriate management processes to support the Vendor Code. Enter into contracts and execute purchase orders that support and mandate compliance with the Vendor Code. With prior notice, Omnibron may conduct reasonable audits to verify a Vendor’s compliance with the Vendor Code.
- Support and contribute to local and national charities to provide resources to support and contribute to the betterment of communities where operations are conducted.
- Report suspected violations of the Vendor Code to the Omnibron Corporate Compliance Mailbox at ethics@omnibron.com
Confidentiality
- Ensure the protection of confidential information.
- Omnibron has a variety of information assets that are essential to its business. Select Vendors often have access to this confidential and proprietary information about Omnibron’s business during an engagement. This information is the property of Omnibron and will be kept strictly confidential.
- Maintain a privacy program that protects the privacy and security of personnel information as prescribed by applicable privacy laws and regulations.
- Protect personal information (as defined under the California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018 and other applicable law) and refrain from the sale, rent, lease, trade, transfer, transmission, distribution, or provision of access to any third-party other than persons authorized by Omnibron.
- Safeguard and protect Omnibron property.
- When authorized to use Omnibron property, supplies, equipment and other assets, Vendors are required to do so responsibly.
- Vendors must protect and responsibly use Omnibron trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets and other intellectual property when authorized to use such assets, including compliance with licenses and terms of use.
- Vendors must not use any trademark or other intellectual property unless expressly permitted to do so in writing by Omnibron.
Annual Certification
- Omnibron requires each of its Vendors to complete, sign, and return an Annual Certification in the form of Exhibit A, through which Vendors can certify their commitment to engage in ethical sourcing, to observe and uphold human rights in the supply chain process, and to follow this Vendor Code of Conduct.
- The signed Certification is due prior to a new Vendor completing onboarding with Omnibron and then again no later than January 31 of each successive year.