By-Laws

ARTICLE I - PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVE

The purpose and objective of the Fairfax Police Youth Club (FPYC) Soccer Program is to provide youth an opportunity to develop athletic skills, physical fitness, and good sportsmanship characteristics through participation in a team soccer program under the auspices of the Fairfax Police Youth Club.

ARTICLE II - ORGANIZATION

A. Administration

1. The administrative structure of the FPYC Soccer program is outlined in Appendix A. The duties and responsibilities for each volunteer position are specified in Appendix B.

2. The Director of Soccer (DOS) or his/her designee will be the final arbitrator for all matters pertaining to the functioning of the program except as otherwise provided in these By-laws.

B. Players/Teams

1. The soccer program consists of three activities: house, travel and youth challenge.

2. The house program will be divided into one Under 5 Division which will be co-ed (boys and girls combined), two Junior Divisions (one boy’s and one girl’s) and two Senior Divisions (one boy’s and one girl’s). Girls may play in boy’s leagues on an exception basis if so requested by the girl’s parents/legal guardian. This exception is not applicable to boys.

a. The U-5 Division will consist of registrants at least 4 years old unless approved by DOS. The Junior Division will consist of registrants U-6 through U-14; and, the Senior Division will consist of players U-15 to U-19.

b. Leagues within each Division will be organized by player's date of birth in accordance with applicable VYSA established age divisions.

c. Although it is desirable for each league, with the exception of the U-6’s, to be comprised of players of a single age group, groupings of consecutive age groups may be allowed as directed by the DOS.

d. The number of teams in each age division will be determined by the League Director and approved by the Boy’s or Girl’s Commissioner based on the number of registrants and the availability of coaches.

e. The appropriate League Director with the advice and consent of the Boys or Girls Commissioner and the DOS will determine the number of teams and team size.

f. The number of outside teams to participate in FPYC division play will be determined by the League Director and approved by the Commissioners and the DOS. FPYC prefers that all outside teams comply with these FPYC By-laws. When not practical, FPYC By-law applicability will be determined on a case by case basis by the appropriate League Director/Commissioner and the DOS.

g. Proof of de-carding is necessary for travel players to play on house teams. Travel players may not participate on a house all-star team.

3. The FPYC travel program will be divided into two divisions (one boy’s and one girl’s).

a. Boy’s teams will be affiliated with the National Capital Soccer League (NCSL); girl’s teams with the Washington Area Girls Soccer League (WAGSL); and boy’s and girls teams affiliated with the Old Dominion Soccer League (ODSL)

b. Age groupings and player eligibility will be governed by the respective rules of NCSL, WAGSL and ODSL. All participants in the FPYC Soccer Program will be eligible to try out for approved travel teams.

c. FPYC may pay NCSL, WAGSL and ODSL membership dues for each travel team.

d. FPYC may assess a higher season registration fee to travel players.

e. FPYC travel teams and officials are subject to all FPYC rules and procedures.

4. The FPYC Youth Challenged Division (YCD) provides mentally and/or physically challenged youth, who are ambulatory, an opportunity to develop athletic skills, physical fitness, and good sportsmanship characteristics through participation in a team soccer program under the auspices of the FPYC. The organizational structure of the YCD shall be similar to that of other divisions within the club. A Youth Challenged Commissioner will have administrative responsibility for the division and will report to the Deputy Director of Operations who will be the final arbitrator for all matters pertaining to the functioning of the program. The division will consist of only house teams and will be open to participants from age five through and including age eighteen. The Commissioner, with the approval of the DOS, may establish different divisions and group players according to age and/or gender.

5. FPYC travel team coaches serve conditionally subject to approval. FPYC reserves the right to review the performance of its travel coaches on a seasonal basis and to counsel, discipline, or dismiss any coach for violations of these By-laws or where such action is deemed to be in the best interests of the team, its players, or the FPYC soccer program. Any person may bring concerns about the performance of any travel coach to the attention of the respective Travel Commissioner for review and decision regarding the need for further action.

C. Referees

1. House leagues may use paid referees to be assigned by the Director of Referees. They will be paid by FPYC according to a scale set by the DOS. Funds for this purpose will be drawn from regular registration fees, not from special assessments. Volunteer referees, including parents, spectators, etc., as the situation warrants, may be used at the discretion of the Director of Referees, League Director, by agreement of the coaches, or as otherwise provided by these By-laws.

2. All actions and decisions of said referees are as binding and final as if done by paid referees.

3. In accordance with directives from the Virginia Youth Soccer Association (VYSA), the following VYSA rules are added verbatim to FPYC referee information.

a. REFEREE ABUSE

The Adjudication Committee is instructed to conduct a hearing when it has reason to believe that a spectator has abused a referee or assistant referee. If the committee finds the abuse did occur, the club of the offending spectator will fined as follows:

Minimum Maximum

1^st Incident $ 500.00 $ 500.00

2^nd Incident $ 500.00 $1,000.00

3^rd Incident $1,000.00 $2,500.00

A club found to have abused a referee or assistant referee a third time will, in addition to being fined, be placed on 2 year probation. Any additional incidents of referee abuse or assault while the club is in probation will result in the club being placed in “Bad Standing” for a minimum of one year.

The Adjudication Committee’s decision is a final decision of VYSA.

b. REFEREE ASSAULT

The Adjudication Committee is instructed to conduct a hearing when it has reason to believe that a coach, player, team official, or spectator at a game sanctioned by VYSA has assaulted a referee or assistant referee. If the committee finds the assault did occur, the club of the assailant will be fined as follows:

Minimum Maximum

1^st Incident $1,000.00 $1,000.00

2^nd Incident $1,000.00 $2,500.00

3^rd Incident $2,500.00 $5,000.00

A club found to have assaulted a referee or assistant referee a third time will be placed in “Bad Standing” for the remainder of the seasonal year in which the offense occurred and for the following seasonal year. Nothing in this motion is meant to restrict the actions of the Adjudication Committee with regard to any sanctions it may levy against a coach, player or team official found to have assaulted a referee

The Adjudication Committee’s decision is a final decision of VYSA.

c. FINES

FPYC further incorporates into the above statements that it is the responsibility of the offending party to pay any fines incurred from their actions. Failure to adhere to the imposed fine and/or probation will result in removal from the FPYC organization. FPYC reserves the right to collect such fines, including reasonable attorney fees, due to failure to pay.

ARTICLE III - ELIGIBILITY AND REGISTRATION

A. Eligibility

1. No applicant will be refused membership because of inability to pay registration fees or to purchase a uniform.

2. A player must be formally registered for FPYC soccer prior to practicing or playing with a house team.

B. Registration

1. Registration will consist of the completion of necessary forms and the payment of the proper registration fee. The Director of Registration or the DOS or his/her designee because of hardship or extraordinary circumstances may waive such fee. A partial registration fee may be assessed.

2. The DOS, with the advice of the Soccer Advisory Board will set the dates and times for soccer registration.

3. The DOS will set all registration fees.

4. A parent or legal guardian must register applicants under the age of eighteen (18).

5. Late registration will be accepted for house play, but not after the first scheduled league game except with specific approval of the League Director or appropriate commissioner or designee.

6. Registration will be effective on a seasonal basis, spring or fall. Participants may also register for other FPYC activities during these periods.

ARTICLE IV - HOUSE PROGRAM PROCEDURES

A. Player Assignments

1. The appropriate League Director will make a player’s team assignment. The neighborhood concept will be adhered to as long as the overriding goal of equitable distribution of talent is achieved. All registrants will be assigned to a team as long as vacancies exist in the appropriate age group.

2. No player may play up in the U5, U6 or Junior Divisions, except as permitted by the DOS or his/her designee. Such exceptions are to be granted on a per season basis, and only because of unusual circumstances such as in the case of a parent who is the head coach. Any player who is in a Senior Division may play up.

3. No tryouts will be held for house teams.

4. Siblings of the same gender and age group must be placed on the same team, unless requested otherwise by the parent or guardian.

5. Coaches may not trade players. Only the League Director may change Player assignments.

6. Once team assignments have been made, coaches must report dropouts to the League Director no later than seven (7) days after the vacancy is identified.

7. PLAYER/TEAM ASSIGNMENTS ARE FOR ONE SEASON ONLY (SPRING OR FALL). Senior Division teams may remain intact.

8. All players participating in the FPYC soccer program (including outside teams) must be on the roster approved by the League Director. If not, any games in which such persons play shall be subject to being forfeited, in accordance with the protest procedures found in Article IV, H (pp. 20-21).

B. Uniforms

1. During game play, all players in the U5, U6 and Junior Divisions must wear standard FPYC uniforms (shirts, shorts and socks) approved by the DOS. These uniforms must be purchased from FPYC at a price set by the DOS. The jersey will be printed on the front with FPYC’s logo. Numbers are not required. Senior Division uniforms, as approved by the DOS, must be Royal Blue and Gold in color and may be required to be numbered.

2. All players must wear shinguards under their socks. Cleats must conform to the specifications set forth in the FIFA laws.

3. Undergarments such as cycling shorts may be worn but must be of the same color as the shorts and not extend below the knee.

C. Equipment

1. Each season, FPYC will furnish each team a soccer game ball and other equipment as deemed appropriate by the Director of Equipment (DOE) and/or the DOS.

2. All equipment provided remains the property of FPYC and must be returned upon request.

3. Coaches, League Directors and other officials should exercise reasonable care and control to ensure equipment entrusted to them is properly maintained, inventoried, and protected.

D. Game Procedures

1. The latest official "Laws of the Game" established by FIFA will apply to all age groups (except as modified by the DOS in consultation with the Soccer Advisory Board) and as provided below.

2. The procedures of the Under 5 Division will be as follows: exceptions to any Under Five (U-5) By-laws must be approved by the DOS or his/her designee and, if granted, the exceptions are only for one season, (i.e., spring or fall).

a. Number of Players

(1.) Team size will be a maximum of ten (10) players.

(2.) Maximum number of players on the field will be three (3). The minimum will be two (2).

(3.) Each player shall play a minimum of two full quarters. No player may play in the fourth quarter until all players have played three (3) full quarters.

(4.) Goalkeepers will not be permitted in the Under 5 Division.

(5.) Substitutions may be made between each quarter, exception for injury substitutions.

(6.) Number of Games: FPYC will schedule a minimum of six (6) games for all teams to include a sufficient number of rain dates to insure completion of all games. The season may not be shortened to less than six (6) games without the approval of the DOS or his/her designee.

b. The Field; Equipment; The Ball

(1.) Dimensions: length of field not more than 30 yards or less than 20 yards. Width not more than 20 yards or less than 15 yards. The length in all cases shall exceed the width. The recommended dimensions are 25 yards in length and 20 yards in width.

(2.) Markings: a rectangular box marked with a halfway line across the field. A center circle with a three (3) yard radius. Four (4) corner arcs with a two (2) foot radius. The goal area shall be drawn as a semi-circle arc in front of the goal with its center point in the middle of the goal and its radius shall extend two (2) yards to the outside of the goal post.

(3.) Goal: Maximum six (6) feet high and six (6) feet wide, minimum three (3) feet high and three (3) feet wide, this may be a PUG goal. The recommended goal is a temporary PUG goal.

(4.) The ball will be size three (3).

(5.) Players’ equipment will be tennis shoes or soft cleated soccer shoes, shinguards, and the standard FPYC uniforms are mandatory.

c. The Game and Laws

(1.) The game shall be divided into four (4) equal eight (8) minute quarters with two (2) minute breaks between quarters one (1) and two (2) and three (3) and four (4). There shall be a five (5) minute break between the quarters two (2) and three (3). All restarts shall be done by an Official rolling the ball into play.

(2.) The game should be played with the dual field method of play, which is where there are two approximately equal fields, side by side a few yards apart, with coaches and players only between the fields. Players will rotate from Field ‘A’ to Field ‘B’ and as substitutes.

(3.) Only players will be allowed on the playing field during play except for an Official for each team.

(4.) Only coaches and players are permitted between the fields when the dual field method of play is used. No parents, spectators or coaches are allowed at the end of the field between the touchlines.

(5.) The ball is out of bounds when it has entirely crossed the touchline or goal line.

(6.) There shall be no off-side.

(7.) All fouls and misconduct calls will result in an indirect free kick with opponents three (3) yards away. THE OFFICIAL MUST EXPLAIN ALL INFRACTIONS TO THE OFFENDING PLAYER.

(8.) No penalty kicks will be taken during these games.

(9.) All throw-ins, goal kicks and corner kicks will be treated as restarts and shall be a roll in by an official

d. Coaches and Parent Responsibilities

(1.) Coaches are responsible for conduct of parents, players and spectators along the sidelines. Coaches and players will shake hands after all games.

(2.) League standings and game scores will not be maintained.

(3.) The coach is responsible for adjusting player positions and substitutions in order to develop player skills and maintain an equal level of competition during games. Running up substantial (5 or more) score differentials is not in accordance with FPYC’s stated purpose of developing good sportsmanship.

(4.) Officials: There are no referees, and an Official (coach/parent, game manager, coordinator or other designated person) may be used to keep the playing environment fun, safe and focused on the child. An Official will keep time, enforce the rules, stop and restart play. No negative comments by coaches, parents or players will be allowed or tolerated towards a game official. . Concerns or recommendations should be directed to appropriate League Director, Director of Operations or the Director of Soccer.

(5.) Team pictures: all players should be advised of the time and place by their coach.

(6.) Awards: FPYC provides for all registered players to receive a participation patch and an award.

(7.) All coaches are expected to abide by the letter and spirit of these procedures. Failure to do so will result in one warning by the appropriate League Director. If follow-up warning is issued, the matter may go to the Rules and Appeals Committee for disciplinary action.

3. The procedures of the Under 6 Division will be as follows: exceptions to any Under Six (U-6) By-laws must be approved by the DOS or his/her designee and, if granted, the exceptions are only for one season, (i.e., spring or fall).

a. Number of Players

(1.) Team size will be a maximum of ten (10) players.

(2.) Maximum number of players on the field will be three (3). The minimum will be two (2).

(3.) Each player shall play a minimum of two full quarters. No player may play in the fourth quarter until all players have played three (3) full quarters.

(4.) Goalkeepers will not be permitted in the Under 6 Division.

(5.) Substitutions may be made between each quarter, exception for injury substitutions.

b. The Field; Equipment; The Ball

(3.) Goal: Maximum six (6) feet high and six (6) feet wide, minimum three (3) feet high and three (3) feet wide, this may be a PUG goal. The recommended goal is a temporary PUG goal.

(4.) The ball will be size three (3).

(5.) Players’ equipment will be tennis shoes or soft cleated soccer shoes, shin guards, and the standard FPYC uniforms are mandatory.

c. The Game and Laws

(3.) Only players will be allowed on the playing field during play except for an Official for each team.

(5.) The ball is out of bounds when it has entirely crossed the touchline or goal line.

(6.) There shall be no off-side.

(7.) All fouls and misconduct calls will result in an indirect free kick with opponents three (3) yards away. THE OFFICIAL MUST EXPLAIN ALL INFRACTIONS TO THE OFFENDING PLAYER.

(8.) No penalty kicks will be taken during these games.

(9.) All throw-ins, goal kicks and corner kicks will be treated as restarts and shall be a roll in by an official.

(10.) Goal kicks will be taken from anywhere inside the goal area. Three (3) yards must be allowed away from the ball.

(11.) Corner Kicks: three (3) yards must be allowed away from the ball.

d. Coaches and Parent Responsibilities

(1.) Coaches are responsible for conduct of parents, players and spectators along the sidelines. Coaches and players will shake hands after all games.

(2.) League standings and game scores will not be maintained.

(4.) Officials: There are no referees, and an Official (coach/parent, game manager, coordinator or other designated person) may be used to keep the playing environment fun, safe and focused on the child. An Official will keep time, enforce the rules, stop and restart play. No negative comments by coaches, parents or players will be allowed or tolerated towards a game official. . Concerns or recommendations should be directed to the appropriate League Director, Director of Operations or the Director of Soccer.

(5.) Team pictures: all players should be advised of the time and place by their coach.

(6.) Awards: FPYC provides for all registered players to receive a participation patch and an award.

4. The procedures of the Under Seven (U-7) Division will be as follows: exceptions to any Under Seven (U-7) By-laws must be approved by the DOS or his/her designee and, if granted, the exceptions are only for one season, (i.e., spring or fall).

a. Number of Players

(1.) Team size will be a maximum of twelve (12) players

(2.) Maximum number of players on the field will be four (4). The minimum will be three (3).

(3.) Each player shall play a minimum of two full quarters. No player may play in the fourth quarter until all players have played three (3) full quarters.

(4.) Goalkeepers will not be permitted in the Under 7 Division.

(5.) Substitutions will be made between each quarter, exception for injury substitutions.

(6.) Number of Games: FPYC will schedule a minimum of eight (8) games for all teams to include a sufficient number of rain dates to insure completion of all games. The season may not be shortened to less than eight (8) games without the approval of the DOS or his/her designee.

b. The Field; Equipment; The Ball

(1.) Dimensions: length of field not more than 50 yards or less than 40 yards. Width not more than 30 yards or less than 20 yards. The length in all cases shall exceed the width. The recommended dimensions are 50 yards in length and 30 yards in width.

(2.) Markings: a rectangular box marked with a halfway line across the field. A center circle with a five (5) yard radius. Four (4) corner arcs with two (2) foot radius. The goal area shall be drawn as a semi-circle arc in front of the goal with its center point in the middle of the goal and its radius shall extend two (2) yards to the outside of the goal post. The penalty area shall extend ten (10) yards from each goal post and ten (10) yards into the field of play joined by a line drawn parallel with the goal line.

(3.) Goal: maximum six (6) feet high and twelve (12) feet wide, minimum three (3) feet high and three (3) feet wide, this may be a PUG goal.

(4.) The ball will be size three (3).

(5.) Players’ equipment will be tennis shoes or soft cleated soccer shoes, shinguards, and the standard FPYC uniforms are mandatory.

c. The Game and Laws

(1.) The game shall be divided into four equal ten (10) minute quarters with two (2) minute breaks between quarters one (1) and two (2) and three (3) and four (4). There shall be a five (5) minute break between the quarters two (2) and three (3). Except for half-time, quarters will restart with a kick-off according to who had the last possession.

(3.) Only players and game officials will be allowed on the playing field during play.

(5.) The ball is out of bounds when it has entirely crossed the touchline or goal line.

(6.) There shall be no off-side.

(7.) All fouls and misconduct calls will result in an indirect free kick with opponents six (6) yards away. THE GAME OFFICIAL SHOULD EXPLAIN ALL INFRACTIONS TO THE OFFENDING PLAYER.

(8.) No penalty kicks are to be taken during these games.

(9.) Throw-ins will be retaken one time if a player commits a foul. The Official shall explain the proper method.

(10.) Goal Kicks will be taken from anywhere inside the goal area. Six (6) yards must be allowed away from the ball.

(11.) Corner kicks: six (6) yards must be allowed away from the ball.

(12.) No player shall be permitted in the goal area arc before the ball enters the goal area arc. If an attacking player enters the goal area before the ball enters the goal area and plays the ball, then a goal kick will be awarded unless no advantage is gained by the attacking team. If a defensive player enters the goal area before the ball enters the goal area and plays the ball, then a corner kick is awarded unless the defensive team gains no advantage.

d. Coaches and Parent Responsibilities

(1.) Coaches are responsible for the conduct of parents, players and spectators along the sideline. Coaches and players will shake hands after all games.

(2.) League standings and game scores will not be maintained.

(4.) Officials: There are no referees, and an Official (coach/parent, game manager, coordinator or other designated person) may be used to keep the playing environment fun, safe and focused on the child. An Official will keep time, enforce the rules, stop and restart play. No negative comments by coaches, parents or players will be allowed or tolerated. Concerns or recommendations should be directed to the appropriate League Director, Director of Operations or the Director of Soccer.

(5.) Team pictures: all players should be advised of the time and place by their coach.

(6.) Awards: FPYC provides for all registered players to receive a participation patch and an award.

(7.) All coaches are expected to abide by the letter and spirit of these procedures. Failure to do so will result in one warning by the appropriate League Director. If a follow-up warning is issued, the matter may go to the Rules and Appeals Committee for disciplinary action.

5. The procedures of the Under Eight (U-8) Division will be as follows: exceptions to any Under Eight (U-8) By-laws must be approved by the DOS or his/her designee and, if granted, the exceptions are only for one season, (i.e., spring or fall).

a. Number of Players

(1.) Team size will be a maximum of twelve (12) players

(2.) Maximum number of players on the field will be four (4). The minimum will be three (3).

(3.) Each player shall play a minimum of two full quarters. No player may play in the fourth quarter until all players have played three (3) full quarters.

(4.) Goalkeepers will not be permitted in the Under 8 Division.

(5.) Substitutions will be made between each quarter, exception for injury substitutions.

b. The Field; Equipment; The Ball

(3.) Goal: maximum six (6) feet high and twelve (12) feet wide, minimum three (3) feet high and three (3) feet wide, this may be a PUG goal.

(4.) The ball will be size three (3).

(5.) Players’ equipment will be tennis shoes or soft cleated soccer shoes, shin guards, and the standard FPYC uniforms are mandatory.

c. The Game and Laws

(3.) Only players and game officials will be allowed on the playing field during play.

(5.) The ball is out of bounds or a goal scored when it has entirely crossed the touchline or goal line.

(6.) There shall be no off-side.

(7.) All fouls and misconduct calls will result in an indirect free kick with opponents six (6) yards away. THE GAME OFFICIAL SHOULD EXPLAIN ALL INFRACTIONS TO THE OFFENDING PLAYER.

(8.) No penalty kicks are to be taken during these games.

(9.) Throw-ins will be retaken one time if a player commits a foul. The Official shall explain the proper method.

(10.) Goal Kicks will conform to FIFA rules with the following exception:

a. Goal kick may be taken anywhere within the goal area arc

b. Opponents must be outside the penalty area

(11.) Corner kicks: opponents must be six (6) yards away from the ball.

d. Coaches and Parent Responsibilities

(1.) Coaches are responsible for the conduct of parents, players and spectators along the sideline. Coaches and players will shake hands after all games.

(2.) League standings and game scores will not be maintained.

(4.) Officials: There are no referees, and an Official (coach/parent, game manager, coordinator or other designated person) may be used to keep the playing environment fun, safe and focused on the child. An Official will keep time, enforce the rules, stop and restart play. No negative comments by coaches, parents or players will be allowed or tolerated. Concerns or recommendations should be directed to the appropriate League Director, Director of Operations or the Director of Soccer.

(5.) Team pictures: all players should be advised of the time and place by their coach.

(6.) Awards: FPYC provides for all registered players to receive a participation patch and an award.

6. The procedures of the Under Nine (U-9) and Under Ten (U-10) Division will be as follows: exceptions to any Under Nine (U-9) and Under Ten (U-10) By-laws must be approved by the DOS or his/her designee and, if granted, the exceptions are only for one season, (i.e., spring or fall).

a. Number of Players

(1.) Team size will be a maximum of twelve (12) players.

(2.) Maximum number of players on the field will be six (6). Minimum number will be five (5).

(3.) Each player shall play the equivalent of one full half.

(4.) Goalkeepers: No child will play as goalkeeper for more than one half of each game. All team members should be encouraged to play goalkeeper at least once during the season.

(5.) A team may substitute any number of players, with the consent of the referee, at the following times:

(a) Prior to a throw-in, but only by the team in possession of the ball.

(b)Prior to any goal kick, either or both teams may substitute.

(d) At half-time, either or both teams may substitute.

NOTE: No substitutions will be permitted prior to a corner kick, AND a team may substitute one player for an injured player when the referee has stopped play. The opposing team may also substitute one player if the injured player is replaced.

b. The Field; Equipment; The Ball

(1.) Dimensions: length of field not more than 80 yards or less than 50 yards. Width not more than 50 yards or less than 40 yards. The length in all cases shall exceed the width. The recommend dimensions are 50 yards in length and 40 yards in width.

(2.) Markings: a rectangular box marked with a halfway line across the field. A center circle with an eight (8) yard radius. Four (4) corner arcs with two (2) foot radius. The goal area shall extend six (6) yards from each goal post and six (6) yards into the field of play joined by a line drawn parallel with the goal line. Penalty area shall extend fourteen (14) yards from each goal post and fourteen (14) yards into the field of play joined by the line drawn parallel to the goal line.

(3.) Goals: maximum seven (7) feet high twenty-one (21) feet wide. Minimum six (6) feet high and twelve (12) feet wide.

(4.) The ball will be size four (4).

(5.) Players equipment will be soccer shoes, shinguards, and the standard FPYC uniforms are mandatory.

c. The Game and Laws

(1.) The game shall be divided into two (2) equal halves of twenty-five (25) minutes each. There shall be a five (5) minute break between halves.

(2.) Only players and game officials will be allowed on the playing field during play.

(3.) No parents, spectators or coaches are allowed at the end of the field between the touchlines.

(4.) The ball is out of bounds or a goal scored when it has entirely crossed the touchline or goal line.

(5.) Off-side will conform to FIFA Rules.

(6.) All fouls and misconduct calls will conform to FIFA Rules. THE REFEREE MUST EXPLAIN ALL INFRACTIONS TO THE OFFENDING PLAYER.

(7.) Penalty kicks will be taken ten (10) yards from the goal line.

(8.) Throw-ins will conform to FIFA Rules.

(9.) Goal Kicks will conform to FIFA Rules.

(10.) Corner kicks: opponents must be ten (10) yards away from the ball.

d. Coaches and Parent Responsibilities

(1.) Coaches are responsible for the conduct of parents, players, and spectators along the sideline. Coaches and players will shake hands after all games.

(2.) League standings and game scores will be maintained.

(4.) Referees: no negative comments by coaches, parents or players will be allowed or tolerated. Concerns or recommendations should be directed to the appropriate League Director or the Director of Referees.

(5.) Team pictures: all players should be advised of the time and place by their coach.

(6.) Awards: FPYC provides for all registered players to receive a participation patch.

7. The procedures of the Under Eleven (U-11) and Under Twelve (U-12) Division will be as follows: exceptions to any Under 11 (U-11) and Under 12 (U-12) By-laws must be approved by the DOS or his/her designee and, if granted, the exceptions are only for one season, (i.e., spring or fall).

a. Number of Players

(1.) Team size will be a maximum of fourteen (14) players.

(2.) Maximum number of players on the field will be eight (8). Minimum number will be six (6).

(3.) Each player shall play the equivalent of one full half.

(4.) Goalkeepers: No child will play as goalkeeper for more than one half of each game. All team members should be encouraged to play goalkeeper at least once during the season

(5.) A team may substitute any number of players, with the consent of the referee, at the following times:

(a). Prior to a throw-in, but only by the team in possession of the ball.

(b). Prior to any goal kick, either or both teams may substitute.

(c). After a goal has been scored, either or both teams may substitute.

(d). At half-time, either or both teams may substitute.

b. The Field; Equipment; The Ball

(1.) Dimensions: Length of field not more than 90 yards or less than 70 yards. Width not more than 50 yards or less than 40 yards. The length in all cases shall exceed the width. The recommended dimensions are 80 yards in length and 45 yard sin width.

(2.) Markings: a rectangular box marked with a halfway line across the field. A center circle with an eight (8) yard radius. Four (4) corner arcs with three (3) foot radius. The goal area shall extend six (6) yards from each goal post and six (6) yards into the field of play joined by a line drawn parallel with the goal line. Penalty area shall extend fourteen (14) yards from each goal post and fourteen (14) yards into the field of play joined by the line drawn parallel to the goal line.

(3.) Goals: maximum seven (7) feet high twenty-one (21) feet wide. Minimum five (5) feet high and fifteen (15) feet wide.

(4.) The ball will be size four (4).

(5.) Player equipment will be tennis shoes or soft cleated soccer shoes, and shinguards. The standard FPYC uniforms or a DOS approved uniform is mandatory.

c. The Game and Laws

(1.) The game shall be divided into two (2) equal halves of thirty (30) minutes each. There shall be a five (5) minute break between halves.

(2.) Only players and game officials will be allowed on the playing field during play.

(3.) No parents, spectators or coaches are allowed at the end of the field between the touchlines.

(4.) The ball is out of bounds or a goal scored when it has entirely crossed the touchline or goal line.

(5.) Off-side will conform to FIFA Rules.

(6.) All fouls and misconduct calls will conform to FIFA Rules. THE REFEREE SHOULD EXPLAIN ALL INFRACTIONS TO THE OFFENDING PLAYER.

(7.) Penalty kicks will be taken ten (10) yards from the goal line.

(8.) Throw-ins will conform to FIFA Rules.

(9.) Goal Kicks will conform to FIFA Rules.

10.) Corner kicks: opponents must be ten (10) yards away from the ball.

d. Coaches and Parent Responsibilities

(1.) Coaches are responsible for the conduct of parents, players, and spectators along the sideline. Coaches and players will shake hands after all games.

(2.) League standings and game scores will be maintained.

(5.) Team pictures: all players should be advised of the time and place by their coach.

(6.) Awards: FPYC provides for all registered players to receive a participation patch.

8. The procedures of the Under Thirteen (U-13) through Under Nineteen (U-19) Division will be as follows: exceptions to any Under Thirteen (U-13) through Under Nineteen (U-19) By-laws must be approved by the DOS or his/her designee and, if granted, the exceptions are only for one season, (i.e., spring or fall).

a. Number of Players

(1.) U13-U14: Team size will be a maximum of eighteen (18) players.

U15-U19: Team si

Referees

Registration

Tournaments

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