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Rules for the 2008 Fort Wayne Soccer Invitational
IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE TEAM REPRESENTATIVE AND COACH TO BE FULLY FAMILIAR WITH THESE LOCAL TOURNAMENT RULES AS WELL AS USYSA TOURNAMENT PROCEDURES AND REQUIREMENTS. ALL GAMES WILL BE PLAYED UNDER INTERNATIONAL RULES (FIFA). IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, CONTACT THE TOURNAMENT DIRECTOR.
Eligibility and Credentials:
The tournament is open to accept teams composed of no more than eighteen (18) players for ages U-13 through U19, fourteen (14) players for ages U11 and U12, and twelve (12) players for U9 and U10. Three (3) guest players may be added to the original or registered roster provided all players have player passes. No player shall be allowed to REGISTER/PLAY with more than one team or switch from one team to another during the Tournament. Officially approved player cards/passes must be presented at registration and before each game to the center referee or field marshal. All teams must have rosters, release forms, player’s passes, player’s birth certificates, and travel permits (for out of state teams) approved at registration. No roster changes will be permitted after a team roster has been approved at tournament registration. The player pass of any ejected player will be delivered to the Center Referee with a report written on the team’s game card concerning the reason for the ejection. An ejected player may not participate in the team’s next scheduled game. If a player who is not properly registered participates in any game, that game shall be automatically forfeited to the opposing team 3-0.
Age Division/Game:
Division, Year, Prelim/Semi-Finals, Final Game, Ball Size
Under 19, 88/89, 11v11, Two 35 minute halves, Two 40 minute halves, 5
Under 18, 89/90, 11v11, Two 35 minute halves, Two 40 minute halves, 5
Under 17, 90/91, 11v11, Two 35 minute halves, Two 40 minute halves, 5
Under 16, 91/92, 11v11, Two 35 minute halves, Two 40 minute halves, 5
Under 15, 92/93, 11v11, Two 35 minute halves, Two 40 minute halves, 5
Under 14, 93/94, 11v11, Two 30 minute halves, Two 35 minute halves, 5
Under 13, 94/95, 11v11, Two 30 minute halves, Two 35 minute halves, 5
Under 12, 95/96, 8v8, Two 25 minute halves, Two 30 minute halves, 4
Under 11, 96/97, 8v8, Two 25 minute halves, Two 30 minute halves ,4
Under 10, 97/98, 6v6, Two 20 minute halves, None, 4
Under 9, 98/99, 6v6, Two 20 minute halves, None, 4
U9 and U10 Games
1. PLAY – 6v6
2. FIELD – Small sized fields will
be used
3. GOAL – Under sized goals (6x12) will be used for U9 & U10
4. OFFSIDE – No off sides will be called for U9 & U10
Goalkeeping regulations for U9 and U10 – throwing, rolling and punting
Participation awards will be given to all U9 and U10 players
U11 and U12 Games
1. PLAY – 8v8
2. FIELD – Medium sized fields will be used
3. GOAL – Under sized goals (6x18) will be used for U11 & U12
*Championship and runners up awards will be given for U11 thru U19 teams Uniforms and Equipment Home team is listed first. Home team must wear their light uniform. IF CONFLICT – HOME TEAM WILL BE REQUIRED TO MAKE THE CHANGE. Home team provides game ball. Each player must wear shin guards and an official uniform with a number on the back.
Referees
U9-U10 games will have a center referee and 2-club linesman. U11-U19 games will have a center referee and 2 assistant referees.
Forfeits
Teams are required to arrive at appropriate field twenty (20) minutes prior to scheduled game time. Tournament Field Marshals will conduct check-in process at this time. All players and coach(s) and/or team representative must be present. Teams are required to start games on time. Any team that is ten (10) minutes late for a game will forfeit that game. According to FIFA rules, seven (7) players are needed to start the game. A team’s failure to complete a match or leaving the field during play will result in forfeiture.
Failure to Show – Forfeits
The Tournament Director will make the final decision if a forfeit shall be allowed depending upon extenuating circumstances that may have prevented a team from making the game on time. If a forfeit is determined, the winning team will be awarded a score of 1-0 and will receive only the 3 points for the win. In the event of a forfeit in a group, all teams in the group will be awarded the same points. No team that has forfeited a game will be declared a group or division winner.
Substitutions
Substitutions may be made
and will be enforced for all age groups:
1. Before goal kicks
2. After a goal is scored
3. Before a throw-in your favor
4. At halftime
5. On a yellow card or in case of injury. In the event of a yellow card or an injury, the opposing team will also be allowed to substitute, one (1) for one (1)
Standings and Scoring
Each team will be awarded three (3) points for a win, one (1) point for a tie and no points for a loss. The following procedure will determine the group winner. In the event of a tie in the preliminary round stands, the following procedure will be used to determine the winner that will advance to the final round:
1. Winner of most games.
2. Winner of the games played between tied teams. These criteria will not be used if more than two teams are tied.
3. Goal spread (goals scored vs. goals against), maximum three (3) spread per game.
4. Fewest goals allowed.
5. Most goals scored (maximum four per game).
6. Penalty kicks (time & place to be determined with the site coordinator & coaches of tied teams).
Final Round
In the event of a tie in the final game, the winner will be determined as follows:
1. Two (2) five (5) minute periods will be played in conclusion.
2. Penalty kicks.
Penalty Kicks
In the event of penalty kicks
you will use the following procedures:
1. Only players on the field at the end of the second OT period are eligible for PK’s.
2. A coin flip will determine who will go first (visiting team calls).
3. Each team will select five (5) players
4. Teams will alternate kicks
5. If the score remains tied after five (5) kicks, teams will alternate kicks until there is one (1) unmated goal.
6. Teams should select five (5) different players before the alternate kicks begin.
7. All eligible players must kick before an eligible player can repeat.
8. Goalie may be changed after any shot.
Corner Kicks
Full-length corner kicks will be used in all age groups.
Game Clock
The game clock will not be stopped because of an injury to any player except at the discretion of the referee. Due to the time allowed for the completion of all games, the clock must be allowed to run continuously.
Score Cards
The referee will give the completed game report card to the Field Marshal after the game. At this time each coach must verify the score by signing the card. WHEN THE COACHES HAVE SIGNED THE CARD, THE GAME RESULTS ARE FINAL.
Field Arrangement
Both teams will be on the same side of the field with all spectators on the other side. The Field Marshal will determine which side is used. Each time is allowed two (2) coaches and one (1) manager on the same side of the field.
Player and Team Conduct
There will be no dissent between players and/or coaches and the referees. All coaches are urged to solicit the support of their fans in monitoring this policy. It makes for a better game and tournament for all. Any player or coach ejected from a game, whether by a red card or two yellow cards, will be ineligible to participate in that teams next tournament game. For this ejection, the player pass is to be retained by the Field Marshal and returned to the site headquarters. Ejected coaches must remove themselves from sight and sound of the playing field. If infraction occurs in the last game of a division, the ejected coach, if also coaching a team in another division, will be ineligible for the following game in that division. Ejected players are to remain on the sideline under the coach’s supervision or to the headquarters tent. In the event of an ejection, the offending team may not replace the ejected player.
Weather
Tournament games will be played rain or shine. If a game is suspended due to an electrical storm, tornado warning or situations beyond control, players, coaches and fans must leave the playing fields. A representative from each team must check in with Tournament Officials Tent for further instructions. Games interrupted in the second half will be recorded as a completed game with the recorded score at the point the game was stopped. Games interrupted in the first half will resume play from the point where the game was stopped or to completion of at least the first half and record the game as complete. The decision of the Tournament Director is FINAL. The tournament committee also reserves the right to supply water breaks with time stopped due to weather conditions. The decision of the Tournament Director is FINAL.
Cancellation Policy
Citadel FC will not be responsible for any expenses incurred by any team in the event games are discontinued or cancelled due to inclement weather or adverse field conditions. No refunds will be made unless the tournament is cancelled. All decisions and/or interpretations made by the Tournament Committee are final.
Tournament Committee
The Tournament Committee or its designee reserves the right to decide on all matters pertaining to the Fort Wayne Invitational. The Tournament Committee or its designee’s interpretation of these rules and regulations shall be final.
Protests
NO PROTESTS WILL BE ALLOWED.
SECURITY PLAN
The host site will hire an off duty officer to protect participants, facilities and supplies. Security will be on site at all times while games are being played. Security will begin approximately one-half (l/2) hour prior to the start of games and end approximately one (1) hour after the conclusion of the last game. The officer will have communications with the Tournament Director via a walkie-talkie
(In the unlikely event these rules differ from the rules published in the program, the rules posted at the Headquarters Tent will take precedence.)
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