HOWELL SOCCER Fall 2017 Rules of Competition
2 Howell Soccer Club Since our inception in 1972, Howell Soccer Club has been committed to providing opportunities to youth players of all skill levels by using the tools of New Jersey Youth Soccer. The club is devoted to the mission of Sportsmanship, Teamwork, and Fair Play. With over 500 players and nearly 100 coaches, our organization strives to build an experience that fosters an atmosphere to learn, develop, and have fun! We understand that registering and playing in Howell Soccer Club is a choice and we take pride in the fact that parents and coaches have chosen us. - Kevin Foley, President Our Board of Directors & Sta Kevin Foley, President Michele Foley, Recording Secretary Nancy Rossi, Registrar Sue McGarrigle, Treasurer Steve Schwiering, Vice President Patty Bellanca, Member at Large Rod Pacheco, Fields Ryan Foley, Director of Operations
3 Information for All Divisions All players - regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, or ability MUST play 50% of the game. Except in the case of injury or misconduct. A Player may only play as a goalkeeper a maximum of 50% of the game. Players are not allowed to wear jewelry (earrings, bracelets, necklaces) for any reason (except medical). No slide-tackling in any division. Slide-tacking may result in a yellow/red card depending on the severity of the challenge. For all technical fouls within the special rules, advantage may not be applied. Laws of the Game Update In 2017, FIFA and US Soccer have implemented a major revision of the Laws (rules) of the Game. These changes go into effect for this season. The highlights that are applicable to HSC are below: The ball does not need to go forward on kickoff Offside free-kick is from the place that the player became involved in the play - not where the second to last defender was. The ball is in play when it is kicked and clearly moves Disciplinary Action All yellow/red cards and coach dismissals will be reported and tracked by the league. An accumulation of cards may result in suspension for players/coaches. The Board may also issue disciplinary sanctions based on observations made by board members.
4 Future Stars Maximum 4 Players Per Team on the Field (4v4) Size 3 Ball (Provided on Game Day at the Field) Starting at the Scheduled Game Time 20 Minute Practice Three - 10 Minute Periods 3 Minute Break in Between Each Period P layers are not permitted to head the ball. No Goalkeepers Kick In s from the Sideline, No Throw ins The ball should be placed on or behind the line All opponents should be 3 yards away from the kick-in There ARE Corner kicks and Goal kicks. All Free-kicks/Fouls are indirect Players cannot score directly from the kick There are no penalty kicks No Offside No Referees Start/End Games on Time Coaches Keep Time, Call Fouls, And Ball In/Out of Play
5 Instructional Maximum 6 Players Per Team on the Field (6v6 with Goalie) Size 3 Ball Three 15 Minute Periods 3 Minute Breaks in Between Each Period All Free-kicks/Fouls are indirect - No Penalty Kicks Players cannot score directly from the kick Players are not permitted to deliberately head the ball. Foul and Free-kick for the opposing team Goalkeepers are required No Punting or Drop Kicking Foul and Free-Kick for opposing team Throw Ins - A Player has two tries to throw the ball in correctly Substitutions can happen On the y No offside Build-out Line Two Painted Lines that Divide the Field into Thirds All Attacking Players must retreat behind this line when the goalkeeper has possession or there is a goal kick. Attacking Players may not enter this area until the goalkeeper releases the ball or the ball leaves the penalty area on a goal kick. Indirect Free-kick if an infraction occurs
6 Peewee Maximum 8 Players Per Team on the Field (8v8 including the Goalkeeper) Size 4 Ball Two 25 Minute Halves 5 Minute Halftime Direct Free-Kicks, Penalty Kicks, Yellow/Red Cards Allowed Players are not permitted to deliberately head the ball. Foul and Free-kick for the opposing team Goalkeepers are required No Punting or Drop Kicks Foul and Free-Kick for the Opposing Team from the spot where the goalkeeper punted the ball. Offside is introduced Substitutions allowed at any stoppage of play with the referee s permission. Substitutes must be waiting at the mid eld line. Build-out Line Two Painted Lines that Divide the Field into Thirds All Attacking Players must retreat behind this line when the goalkeeper has possession or there is a goal kick. Attacking Players may not enter this area until the goalkeeper releases the ball or the ball leaves the penalty area on a goal kick. Indirect Free-kick if an infraction occurs
7 Novice Maximum 9 Players Per Team on the Field (9v9 including the Goalkeeper) Size 4 Ball Two 30 Minute Halves 5 Minute Halftime Direct Free-Kicks, Penalty Kicks, Yellow/Red Cards Allowed Players are permitted to head the ball. There may be 10 year old s playing up who may not head the ball. Coaches will discuss this with players. Referees are not responsible to manage this. Goalkeepers are required Punting is allowed The ball may not be punted into the opposing team s penalty area. An indirect free-kick is awarded at the spot the ball lands. Substitutions allowed at any stoppage of play with the referee s permission. Substitutes must be waiting at the mid eld line.
8 Advanced Maximum 11 Players Per Team on the Field (11v11 including the Goalkeeper) Minimum 7 Players Per Team on the Field(7v7 including the Goalkeeper) Size 5 Ball Two 30 Minute Halves 5 Minute Halftime Players are permitted to head the ball. Goalkeepers are required Punting is allowed Direct Free-Kicks, Penalty Kicks, Yellow/Red Cards Allowed Substitutions allowed at any stoppage of play with the referee s permission. Coaches are not permitted to participate in any other capacity except as a coach. Should teams not have enough to play 11v11, the goals may be moved forward to accommodate the situation.