Inter-Ac

The  Inter-Academy (Inter-Ac) League follows all NFHS rules with the following league modifications:

• Yellow Carded Player - The carded player may return to the game at the team's next substitute opportunity (no 5 minute sit out rule)

• Substitution Rules:

  •  The rules are the same except for injury. If the injured player is substituted, the opposing team may sub one player (one for one)

  • No substitutions on corner kicks (Updated on 9/9/22)

• Regular season Overtime

  • 2 - 5 minute halves (fully played - no golden goal).

• Postseason Overtime:

  • 2 - 5 minute halves. If the game is still tied, kicks from the mark (penalty kicks).

• Official Time

  • Official time will be kept on the field clock

  • If the field clock is not present or working, the official time will be kept by the center referee.

Note: The officials should review the clock stoppage signal with the clock operator. Any issues with the official game time will be resolved by the center referee.

PreGame
Visiting teams are prohibited from bringing or playing music at opposing Inter-AC venues. This became effective August 1, 2021

Game Reports
Game reports must be completed in Arbiter. They must include any yellow, red cards and serious injuries.

Contest Duration
Varsity Matches - 2 - 40 minute halves
JV Matches - 2 - 35 minute halves (No overtime for tied matches)
All other levels - 2 - 30 minute halves (No overtime for tied matches)

Referee Uniforms

NISOA. Officials should not wear PIAA jerseys (stripe jerseys or pro styles with PIAA patch).

All referees must match jersey color and style including socks.

Officials should wear  all black socks.

Note: A combination of short sleeve and long sleeve is acceptable.

Officials Pre-Match

For varsity matches - the center referee must contact their ARs at least 24 hours before the match to coordination what jerseys and socks should be worn.

For JV and Freshman matches - communicate with your partner what uniform options are available at least 24 hours before your game.

Note: All officials' contact information is located within Arbiter.

Communication Systems

For varsity matches - if one member of the officiating crew has a communication system for all 3 officials, they are encouraged to wear them.

Note: If you are interesting in purchasing a communication system or a unit, please contact Jason Yost @ 215-301-2218 for additional information.

Issues During the Game

If you have a serious issue during a game, please reach out to Chris Kelly @ 267-688-1553 . It is extremely important to give Chris a head up and be prepared for any calls from school administrators.

Red Cards
Red Cards need to be reported to Chris Kelly (pasoccerrefs@gmail.com) and the league chairperson (please see below for the chairperson).

Please send an email with:

Date

Team

Player Number

Reason for the Red Card (ejection)

Inter-Ac League Chairperson

Girls - Ben Davey - bdavey@ndapa.org

Boys - Mike Brooks - mbrooks@penncharter.org