YOUTH & ADULT LEAGUE POLICIES
HOW MANY PLAYERS ARE ALLOWED/REQUIRED ON EACH ROSTER?
20 players is the maximum allowed on each team roster.
A minimum of 10 players is required on every team roster..
Subs may be added as needed
CAN I PLAY ON MORE THEN ONE TEAM IN THE SAME DIVISION?
You can play in more than one League. You can NOT play in two division if we have A and B division Leagues.
Players may switch to a new team only after leagues first scheduled game. (fee paid will not be moved).
Once player joins team after 1st scheduled league game must remain on team until end of season.
Goal Keeper Throw-ins
U12 and Below - Goalies can kick ball into play ball must be bounced first.
U14 and above - Goalies can only throw ball Into play.
Goal keepers have 5 seconds to release the ball into play after they retain possession.
HOW MANY PLAYERS ARE ALLOWED ON THE FIELD?
Adult Leagues- Five players plus keeper (23 min Half)
Adult Coed Leagues- Six Players plus keeper (23 min half
Youth Leagues
Ages 5-6 – Six players plus keeper (15 min Half)
Ages 8-16 - Six players plus keeper (18 min Half)
WHAT HAPPENS WHEN A PLAYER IS SUSPENDED AND/OR FINED?
A straight red card may result in a two game suspension from League and monetary fine.
Players in multiple leagues will be suspended from league where red card received. (Depending on the severity of the situation lengthier suspension/fine. Team captain is responsible for contacting red carded player.)
HOW MUCH ARE ANNUAL REGISTRATION FEE, WHEN ARE THEY DUE, AND WHO MUST HAVE THEM?
All players must have Yearly Registration Fee paid and are renewed every fiscal year. ($15.00) If you don't have Yearly Reg. Fee paid you will NOT be allowed to play.
(all subs must also pay fee)
WHEN ARE ROSTERS FROZEN?
Rosters are not frozen teams may add subs as needed but will only be allowed if Team Fee is Paid In Full. NO SUB players allowed to play until team fee is paid in full.
SUB Players added to roster must play 2 games to play in semis/finals.
WHO MUST HAVE SIGNED WAIVERS SUBMITTED?
All active players must have signed waivers submitted.
All coaches, assistant coaches, and parents must sign waivers..
WHEN ARE LEAGUE FEES DUE?
League fees are due in full before 4th scheduled League game. (late payment fine if not paid)
Youth Leagues Team fee due prior to season start date.
HOW MUCH ARE LEAGUE FEES?
Adult Leagues is $740.00 per team.
Youth Leagues $75.00 per player Must have a minimum 10 players registered and paid for before 1st scheduled game.
Only "Even" Teams will be allowed to play in our leagues
Last "odd" team to register will be waitlisted.
In rare occasion we allow "odd" team but expect double headers no "Byes".
WHAT HAPPENS IF WE PAY LATE?
Your team will be assessed a $25.00 fine if team fee is not paid in full before 4th scheduled game.
If your fees are not paid in full team may be dropped from league.
WHAT IF WE HAVE SCHEDULING CONFLICTS?
If team forfeits game with less than 3 days notice, a forfeit fine of $35.00 imposed.
(All Players on opposite team roster will receive 1 game played for all players and automatic win for opposing team of 5-0)
Teams must have min 4 total players to start game.
COED Leagues 4 total players at least 1 player has to be a woman.
If players not on field of play by minute 21 a goal will be added to other team every minute wasted after.
If players are not on field by minute 18 team will lose by default. (automatic win 5-0)
WHAT HAPPENS IF OUR TEAM DOES NOT HAVE JERSEYS AND/OR ALTERNATE JERSEYS?
Teams are required to have matching colors TOPS only.
Players will not be allowed to play without a matching colors.
WHAT OTHER EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS ARE THERE?
Indoor soccer or turf shoes (no cleats allowed), and shin guards are mandatory. Socks must be of length to cover entire shin guard. No casts or braces are permitted during game play.
DO WE NEED TO PROVIDE OUR OWN SOCCER BALLS?
No, Soccer World provides all balls. No outside balls will be allowed.
WHAT SIZE BALLS ARE USED FOR EACH LEAGUE?
Under 8 - #3
Under 10 - Under 12 - #4
Under 14 and Up - #5
WHERE CAN I FIND OUT ABOUT GAME TIMES?
Team coaches will be contacted via e-mail only regarding any schedule changes. A valid e-mail address must be provided as contact for each team.
Game times can be found on our web site: www.soccerworldeg.com
It is the team’s responsibility to monitor when their game times are.
WHY ARE THERE NO GAMES LISTED FOR THE LAST WEEK(S) ON THE SCHEDULE?
Semi final (when applicable) and final match ups are set after reviewing the session’s cumulative standings. These appear on the schedule as “TBA” until set.
Play off games will be scheduled during the prime time slots. If your team cannot make your final or semi-final, then the next placed team will be moved up in your spot.
WHERE CAN I FIND OUT ABOUT OUR STANDINGS? HOW ARE THEY CALCULATED?
Point totals are awarded as follows: 3 points for each win, 1 point for each tie, and 0 points for each loss. The criteria used to calculate the standings are as follows (and in this order): Point Total, Goals For, Goal Difference. Standings are posted at the arena as well as on our web site. Occasionally, the total number of completed games may vary among teams-we have a system to evaluate teams in this situation that allows us to fairly arrive at the correct standings and playoff match ups.
WHAT HAPPENS IF WE NOTICE AN ERROR IN OUR GAME RESULTS OR STANDINGS?
Call 916-714-1400 or email info@soccerworldeg.com to report any errors. Teams are responsible for reporting any scorekeeping errors/concerns within one week of the game in question.
WHO IS ALLOWED IN THE TEAM BENCH AREA?
2 Coaches per team and only players with signed waivers are allowed in the bench area. All coaches must be 18 years or older. Non roster players or coaches are not permitted due to insurance requirements. Each youth team must have 1 coach on the team bench at all times during game play.
WHAT ABOUT OUR SPECTATORS?
Due to liability concerns, no persons will be allowed on the field or in player’s box area. Remember- no standing on the benches at any time. No animals are allowed in the facility at any time. Spectators may not bring disrespect to the game- a team is responsible for its fans. Children must be supervised by an adult at all times. Suspensions will be assessed to players receiving a second warning regarding their unsupervised children. Soccer World is a facility where sportsmanship, following rules, player development, and enjoyment of the game is a prime directive. If fans and/or players cannot abide by these simple directives, they may be asked to leave the facility. No outside food or beverages allowed in the facility. No alcohol allowed anywhere on the property, including the parking lot.
WHEN MUST I CONFIRM THAT OUR TEAM IS RETURNING FOR THE NEW SESSION OF PLAY?
You must confirm by the third to last week of play whether or not your team will continue in the following session
HOW DO I FILE AN INCIDENT REPORT?
Incident reports on referees, facility, and other teams can be mailed or submitted via e-mail 48 hours after incident has occurred
HOW DO I CONTACT SOCCER WORLD, INC.?
The arena phone number is 916-714-1400
Our email address: info@soccerworldeg.com
To report issues pertaining to refereeing, complete and submit an Incident Report Form to the administration desk.