Rules of Play and League Notes

  • Games will consist of two 25-minute halves with a 5-minute half-time.
  • The clock will start promptly at the designated kickoff time. Referees will keep the time on the field. 
  • Please arrive at least 5 minutes before your scheduled kickoff.
  • Each team will have a goalkeeper and 5 outfield players
  • All fouls in a team's offensive half shall result in an indirect free kick.
  • Fouls inside the box will result in a direct penalty kick from the designated spot.
  • Goalkeepers may not throw or punt the ball over the halfway line. Playing out on the ground is unrestricted.
  • Out-of-bounds restarts are as normal (goal kick, throw-in, corner).
  • Goal kicks may not clear the halfway line in the air. 
  • There are no offsides.
  • Shin guards must be worn at all times.
  • All players should bring a dark and a light shirt to avoid kit clashes.
  • Please keep the facility clean and take all trash with you. 
  • Please park only in designated parking spots and not on grass or curbs.
  • Sportsmanship is paramount to providing a positive experience. There is a zero-tolerance policy for any player, spectator, or official whose behavior directly negatively impacts the athletes.
  • Adult volunteers will be on-site to assist with first aid, score reporting, and security.


The Summer League season consists of 7 regular games, followed by a Playoff/Championship night.

All games will be played on the Stadium Turf or the Community Turf Field at Marshfield High School. 


Playoffs

  • If the match ends in a tie, both teams will participate in a best-of-3 penalty shootout
  • If no winner is determined at the end of the third round of penalties, the contest will resume with 'sudden death.'


Rules