SpringFest Tournament Rules


 

Tournament Rules & Regulations

Expect Delays for First Game Check-Ins: Arrive early to avoid delays, especially for your first match.

Top Seed Advances to Championship: The top seed from each division, after two games, will advance to the championship game. Teams with 5 team bracket and 6 team bracket TBD

Game Format & Rules:

  • 7v7 (No headers, no offsides) for players born on 2017-2019 (20-minute halves).
  • 9v9 (Headers and offsides allowed) for players born 2013-2016 (25-minute halves).
  • 11v11 (Headers and offsides allowed) for players born 2008-2012 (30-minute halves).
  • No player maximum—field as many players as needed. 16 player max
  • Size 4 ball 2013-2016
  • Size 5 ball 2008-2011
  • Goal net size 12x6 2015-2016
  • Goal net size 18x7 2013-2015
  • Goal net size 24x8 2008-2011

Team Requirements:

  • Check-in: Teams must check in 60 minutes before their first game—NO EXCEPTIONS.
  • Roster: Submit a printed roster to tournament headquarters at check-in.
  • Player Age Verification: Provide at least 2 of the following: birth certificate, passport, school ID, or transcript. US club passes will also be accepted.

Match Rules:

  • Substitutions: Unlimited substitutions, but players must enter from the half-line.
  • Yellow Cards: A player who receives a yellow card must be subbed off for 5 minutes and cannot return until the next substitution opportunity.
  • Red Cards: A player receiving a red card will be suspended for the remainder of the game and the following game. A red card for fighting will result in a ban for the rest of the tournament.
  • No Overtime: Pool play games will end in ties. Finals will go directly to penalty kicks. No substitutions allowed for goalkeepers during penalty kicks.
  • Uniforms: Home teams must have alternate uniforms if both teams wear the same color. Pinnies will be provided if needed.

Protests:

  • Protest Fee: $100 fee for submitting a protest (no refunds). The tournament director's decision is final. Protests regarding referee calls will not be accepted under any circumstances.

Code of Conduct:

  • Sportsmanship: Good sportsmanship is mandatory. Any offensive, insulting, or abusive language will not be tolerated and may result in immediate ejection from the tournament.
  • Harassment: Harassing referees will not be tolerated. Coaches, managers, players, or spectators may be ejected for such behavior.
  • Suspensions: Red cards result in suspension for the remainder of the game and the next game. Violations will not be taken lightly.

Equipment Regulations:

  • Shin Guards: No exceptions—all players must wear shin guards.
  • Cleats: No metal cleats or screw-in studs allowed.
  • Goalkeepers: Must wear jerseys of a different color than both teams.
  • Jerseys: All jerseys must have numbers (themed costumes for the event are allowed, but numbers are required).
  • Game Balls: Each team must provide two approved game balls.

Facility Rules:

  • Prohibited Items: No BBQs, dogs, alcohol, or tobacco at any field or venue.
  • Tents: All tents must be secured properly.

Parent/Family Expectations:

  • Behavior: No exceptions—parents and spectators must exhibit good sportsmanship. Unacceptable behavior may result in expulsion from the event.
  • Reporting Misconduct: Any misconduct should be reported immediately to tournament headquarters.

LUSC Soccer reserves the right to amend the tournament rules at any time, as conditions may warrant.

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