Contact the Laws of Sport Editorial Desk
Have a question about how a rule is interpreted, a referee protocol, or a source we should update? We welcome feedback from athletes, coaches, match officials, and sports fans.
Editorial Guidelines
Response Turnaround
Questions about rule modifications, officiating protocols, or CAD dimension corrections are reviewed by our senior editorial board within 2–3 business days.
Citing Primary Sources
When submitting a statutory correction or record update, please provide the specific law number (e.g. IFAB Law 11, MCC Law 36, FIBA Rule 7) and official match timestamp to expedite verification.
Educational Licensing
For educational citations, coaching curriculum permissions, and institutional research usage, inquiries are handled on a rolling basis by our desk.
Frequently Asked Contact & Verification Inquiries
How are rule discrepancies investigated?
When a reader submits a potential discrepancy, our team compares the disputed clause against current editions of the International Football Association Board (IFAB), Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC), International Tennis Federation (ITF), or FIBA rulebooks. Updates are deployed immediately upon verification.
Can I contribute sports data or research articles?
Yes. Qualified match officials, sports agronomists, sports law scholars, and tactical analysts are encouraged to submit guest research papers and analytical breakdowns. Select "Editorial Feedback & Suggestions" in the category dropdown above.
Are pitch dimensions certified for construction?
Our 2D CAD pitch blueprints strictly transcribe statutory dimensions codified by global governing bodies. However, venue planners should verify local league tolerances and municipal safety runoff allowances prior to architectural groundbreaking.
How can I report a broken link or layout issue?
Technical reports regarding browser compatibility, image loading, or navigation errors can be flagged directly through this contact form by selecting "General Inquiry" with the URL of the affected page.