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PISA Adult
League Rules
DOGS, SMOKING, and ALCOHOL are strictly prohibited at the
playing fields. This is a violation of law and PISA rules.
Officiating: Games shall be officiated according to
the rules of the International de Football Association (FIFA),
providing there is no PISA rule to the contrary. PISA & Age Group
specific rules as follows here-in will supersede rules by any other
organization or publication.
Referee Judgments: Referee
calls on the field will not be reversed and are not subject to appeal.
However, concerns about referees are encouraged to contact (PISA).
Improper conduct: Any person
confronting a referee, other player, spectator or coach, that can be
deemed to pose aggression or threat will not be tolerated, and will
receive a Red card. Any player, coach, parent, or
spectator receiving a red card must leave the field complex
immediately, and will be suspended for the next scheduled game.
Repeat offenses can result in dismissal of that person from future games
or the remainder of the season. This includes (but not limited to)
foul language, intimidating or aggressive behavior on the part of any
player, spectator, or coach. Action can also be taken against the
entire team; including forfeiture of the game and/or suspension/
dismissal of players, parents, spectators, and/or coaches. Any
player, coach, parent, or spectator receiving 2 yellow cards during
the regular season will be suspended from the next scheduled game,
including tournament play, as it is the same as 1 red card.
Complaints/Concerns: All
concerns about referees, players, coaches, and spectators are
encouraged to contact your team manager and also (PISA).
Depending on the severity of the complaint or concern, a referral to
the Adult Committee may be made.
Captains/Managers: Are responsible for the conduct of
their team (players & parents) while on the sideline during the game.
Captain, Manager, or designated team representative must be present at
each of the games. Mangers/players must remain on sidelines between
the half-field line and the 18 yard line.
Players: There is absolutely no slide tackling. Players
leaving their feet posing a dangerous condition to other players will
receive at minimum a Yellow card for the first offense, and mandatory
Red card for additional violations. Players violating this rule may be
dismissed from the next scheduled game, similar to a red card.
Spectators: Are not allowed behind the end-line and goals due to
distraction. All persons must remain on sidelines between the
half-field line and the 18 yard line. Same expectations and rules of
conduct apply as managers & players.
Uniforms:
1)
Players are required to wear team jerseys of similar
color/appearance as to differentiate from opposing team.
2)
Goalkeepers must wear designated shirts or other distinguishing
shirt to show they are the goalkeeper.
3)
Shin-guards are mandatory for all matches and practices where
contact with other players may be involved.
4)
Watches, jewelry and other articles may not be worn by any
players during matches.
5)
Protective eyewear is strongly recommended in place of eye
glasses.
6)
Players must wear rubber knobbed cleats or other shoes with
rubber soles; no metal spikes are allowed.
Required Number of Players: The minimum number of 8 players
required to be present for the match to start must be on the field no
later than ten (10) minutes past the scheduled game time or start time
for that match. Otherwise, that game will be recorded as a forfeit. A
team starting a game with less than the normal number of players, may
add players at any time during the game provided they are called onto
the field by the referee. The opposing team is not required to
“play-down” to less than the normal number of players, however it is
considered a courtesy. Unlimited number of substitutions are allowed
during goal kicks, during half-time, after a goal is scored, and when
the team requesting the substitution has a throw-in.
Scores & Team Standings: Scoring for position in standings: Win =
3Pts. Tie = 1 Pt. Loss = 0 Pt. Forfeit = 0 Pts. Bonus points: Max of 3
pts per game for goals. The maximum goal differential allowed for each
game is 3 pts, regardless of actual number of goals. (Example:
A victory of 6-1 will give a team 3 bonus points). Therefore, “Running-up” the score will not increase points.
Teams with the same number of Game Points,
using the scoring method above, shall determine their place first by head-to-head,
then Total Points. If still tied in Total Points, then goal
scoring differential (points scored minus points allowed) for each
game. If still tied, then goals for, then least goals allowed, then
total shut-outs.
Tournament/playoff Overtime & Tie-break Rules- If a tournament/playoff
game is tied after regulation time, two equal 5 minute halves will be
played until a goal is scored declaring the winner (Golden Goal). If
the score remains tied after the two overtime periods, proceed to
shoot-out. Best of 5 goals wins the game. If still tied, continue with
shoot-out with 5 different players for best of 5 goals. If still tied,
Golden Goal applies with 5 different players unless no players are
left; then begin player rotation again.
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