Rules
Rules of Play and League Notes
Games will consist of two 25-minute halves with a 5-minute half-time.
The clock will start promptly at the designated kickoff time. Referees will keep the time on the field.
Please arrive at least 5 minutes prior to your scheduled kickoff.
Each team will have a goalkeeper and 5 outfield players
All fouls in a team's offensive half shall result in an indirect free kick.
Fouls inside the box will result in a direct penalty kick from the designated spot.
Goalkeepers may not throw or punt the ball over the halfway line. Playing out on the ground is unrestricted.
Out-of-bounds restarts are as normal (goal kick, throw in, corner).
Goal kicks may not clear the halfway line in the air.
There are no offsides.
Shin guards must be worn at all times.
All players should bring a dark and light shirt to avoid kit-clashes.
Please keep the facility clean and take all trash with you.
Please park only in designated parking spots and not on grass or curbs.
Sportsmanship is paramount to providing a positive experience. There is a zero tolerance policy for any player, spectator, or official whose behavior directly, negatively impacts the athletes.
Adult volunteers will be on-site to assist with first aid, score reporting, and security.
The Summer League season consists of 7 regular games, followed by a Playoff/Championship night.
All games will be played on the Stadium Turf or the Community Turf Field at Marshfield High School.
Playoffs
Games will consist of one, 25-minute period
If the match ends in a tie, both teams will participate in a best-of-3 penalty shootout
If no winner is determined at the end of the the third round of penalties, the contest will resume with 'sudden death'