Rules Summary

Updated: 10/9/21

Referee Procedures

All procedures and rules are identical to NorCal League rules, except as follows:

Game that needs a Winner

Ties in Group Round

If a NorCal State Cup Group Stage (U14-U19) or First/ Second Round (U9-U13) match is tied after regulation, the tie stands and will be posted as a tie.

Matches Needing a Winner

For matches that need a winner, the team with the most goals after regulation time will be the winner. If the match is tied after regulation, two full-time 5-minute overtime periods will be played. If the game is still tied after two overtime periods, then kicks from the Penalty Mark per FIFA will determine the winner.