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Rules:

• General
  
• Coed
  • K | 1-2 | 3 | 4-5 | 6-7
    
• Girls
  • 1-2 | 3-4 | 5-7

General Rule Modifications
[Applicable to all divisions unless otherwise stated]

The rules of play for Seneca Sports soccer are either full FIFA regulations, or modified FIFA. Modifications are attached. Coaches are required to offer a minimum of 50% playing time to all players on their roster.

Parents and Coaches will adhere to the Code of Ethics. Referees will be empowered to warn coach or spectators using a yellow card for the first warning and dismiss either using a red card. Failure to follow referees direction will result in the forfeiture of the game and could face SSA action. If a player, coach or spectator receives a red card he/she will not be permitted at the field at the next scheduled game.

Spectators and Parents from each team will line up on opposite sides of the field. No coaches or spectators are allowed on the field or behind the goal line during the game unless given permission by the referee or if exception is stated in the rules below.

Slaughter Rule: Since this is a recreation division, we are imposing a slaughter rule to avoid blowout games, which serve no purpose. When a team reaches a 7-goal lead the opposing team will be able to insert another player. A 9-goal lead will result in the leading team pulling one of their players from the field.

Goal Kicks\Corner kicks\Foul Kicks:Players from opposing team will be lined up at a fair distance to enable a team to put the ball in play. For Kindergarten thru 2nd grade this is at the referee's discretion. For 3rd - 6th grade, there is a minimum requirement of at least 10 yards.

Referees are provided. If the referee does not arrive the game may be played with volunteer (s) to referee. "No shows" must be reported to the Soccer Commissioner by the team coaches.

Lausanne hotelsAll players must wear shinguards.

Players may not wear metal cleats.

Every player in attendance must play at least of the game.

Only players registered on your team may play in your games.

Teams must be ready to play at the scheduled kick-off time.

regeln fur kenoNo player shall play more than 50% of the game as goalie.

A second throw-in attempt is automatically awarded after an illegal throw-in is attempted. After 2nd illegal throw-in, ball is given to the defending team as a throw-in. Referee's discretion in calling illegal throw-ins for that division

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Grade K:

Play at this level is very instructional. Emphasis is placed on developing basic skills, including: running, balance, positioning, rules, and ball control. Ball control skills to be taught include dribbling, passing and shooting with an emphasis on using both feet.

Play for this age group is based on modified FIFA regulations. The reduced number of players will allow for better instruction.

• The number of players on the field per team is 7 (minimum of 5).
  
• One Coach per team is allowed on the field during play. An additional coach is allowed behind the defending goal.
  
• Game consists of 4 ten (10) minute quarters with 5 minute breaks between quarters. * No slide tackles; No offsides; No direct kicks. Fouls within the penalty box result in indirect kicks only.
  
• Field Size: 30 x 40 * Ball size: #3.

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Grades 1-2(Girls and Coed):

Play at this level continues to be instructional and is also preparatory for the next level. Continued emphasis on dribbling, passing and shooting.

• The number of players on the field per team is 9 (minimum 7) with positioning to be determined by individual coaches.
• Game consists of 4 twelve (12) minute quarters with 5 minute breaks between quarters.
• One Coach per team is allowed on the field during play. An additional coach is allowed behind the defending goal. *
• No slide tackles; No offsides; No direct kicks. Fouls within the penalty box result in indirect kicks only.
• Field Size: 40 x 50
• Ball Size: #3.

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Grades 3rd Coed;3rd-4th Girls:

Play at this level continues to be instructional, however, it is also preparatory for the next level. Comfort using all parts of both feet should be developed. Additional skills of shielding, turning, attacking, and play formation should also be taught. As appropriate, more advanced skills can be introduced. Play for this age group continues to be governed by modified FIFA rules.

• Number of players on the field per team is 9 (minimum 7) with positioning to be determined by individual coaches.
• One coach per team is allowed on the field during play for the first half of the season. All coaches are to be off the field beginning the week of May 4, 2002.
• Game consists of 4 fifteen (15) minute quarters with 5 minute breaks between quarters.
• accommodation in HagueThe offside rule is enforced.
• No slide tackles; No direct kicks. Fouls within the penalty box result in indirect kicks only.
• Field Size: 50 x 70
• Ball size: #4.

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Grade 4-5 Coed:

Play is governed by modified FIFA rules.

• No coaches/spectators are allowed on the field or behind the goal line during the game unless given permission by the referee
• Number of players on the field per team is 9 (minimum 7) with positioning to be determined by individual coaches.
• No player will play more than 30 minutes as goalkeeper per game.
• Games are 65 minutes in length. There will be 2 30 minute halves with a 5-minute half time.
• Substitutions may be made with the consent of the referee:
• Prior to throw-in in your favor
  
• Prior to kick-off
  
• hostel in Daugavpils CityPrior to goal kick by either team
  
• On injury- only for the player (s) involved, opposing teams
• may sub like number

• There continues to be no slide tackles and no direct kicks.
• The offsides rule will be enforced.
• Field size: Regulation field, modified size will be used if available.
• Ball size: #4.

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Grade 5th - 7th Girls & 6th-7th Coed:

Play at this level is more competitive and is governed by full FIFA rules. No coaches/spectators are allowed on the field or behind the goal line during the game unless given permission by the referee.

• Number of players on the field per team is 11 (minimum 9) with positioning to be determined by individual coaches.
• No player will play more than 30 minutes as goalkeeper per game.
• Games are 65 minutes in length. There will be 2 30 minute halves with a 5-minute half time.
• ERROR MSGSubstitutions may be made with the consent of the referee:
• Prior to throw-in in your favor
  
• Prior to kick-off
  
• Prior to goal kick by either team
  
• On injury- only for the player (s) involved, opposing teams may sub like number.

• Direct kicks and penalty shots will be allowed.
• The offsides rule will be enforced.
• Yellow and red cards will be in effect (Red card will keep person from the next scheduled game).
• Ball size: #5
• Field size: Full regulation size when possible.

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