Outdoor Soccer Rules & Regulations - StFX Univeristy, Antigonish, Nova Scotia

Intramural Outdoor Mixed Soccer League Rules

1) There shall be 6 players per team on the field at one time, including the goalie. No more than 3 (50%) individuals of a single gender are permitted to play at a time.

2) NO varsity soccer players are permitted to play.

3) Games will be two 15-minute halves with a 2-minute break between. The time is running time.

4) Player substitution is done on the fly from the designated subbing area.

5) Kick off decided by rock paper scissors. Winning team has a choice of either kicking-off or receiving and choice of ends.

6) At the referee’s signal, the ball must be kicked and moved. The kicker may not play the ball again until it has been played by another player.

7) Ball is Kicked Over the Side-Line: The ball is out of play when it is completely over the end line or sideline. Player stands still, behind the sideline and kicks the ball into play. Only kick-ins are allowed, throw-ins are not allowed.

8) Attacker Hits the Ball Over the End Line: the goalie kicks the ball from 14 paces out from the goal line.

9) Defender Hits the Ball Over the End Line: a corner kick is awarded to the attacking team, 1 pace from the corner.

10) There is no offside in 6-aside soccer.

11) NO headers (head bumps) or slide tackling is allowed (sliding in a dangerous manner).

12) Indirect Free Kick (player cannot score from an indirect kick): an indirect kick is awarded for any of the following offences: dangerous play, unsportsmanlike conduct, delaying the game, interfering with the goalkeeper, showing dissent to referee’s decision, goalkeeper carries the ball more than 4 paces without releasing to another player.

13) Penalty Kick: awarded when a violation is committed by the defending team within the penalty area. Kick is 14 paces from the goal line.

14) Goalie is not allowed to pass the half line. If done, the ball will be turned over to the other team.

Cancelation Policy

Less Than 72-Hours’ Notice: If your team is unable to attend a scheduled game and the team captain notifies StFX Intramurals less than 72 hours (3 days) before the game (including same-day cancelations), it will be treated as a forfeit. This will result in a 3-0 loss for your team and count as one forfeit. Each team is allowed two forfeits before being removed from the league.

72-Hour (3-Day) Notice: If your team cannot attend a scheduled game, the team captain may request a reschedule by providing at least three (3) days' notice. Reschedules are not guaranteed, and if the request is denied, your team is still expected to attend the game. Failure to attend will result in a 3-0 loss but will not count as a forfeit. Requests made with less than 72 hours' notice will not be approved, and a 3-0 loss along with a forfeit will be applied (subject to the two-forfeit rule mentioned above).

Due to limited field availability and a short season, reschedules are unlikely and most definitely not guaranteed.

Forfeits: Teams who are not present at their scheduled contest by game time or are unable to produce enough eligible players to field a team, will be assessed a forfeit aside from the following Grace Period Exception. This will result in a 3-0 loss for the team. Each team is allowed two forfeits before being removed from the league.

Grace Period Exception: The official or supervisor on duty will allow the other team a grace period of ten minutes to acquire a properly equipped team. If ten minutes pass after the scheduled game time, and the minimum number of eligible players required to play for the opposing team has not arrived, then the team that is ready to play must accept the forfeit. If the forfeiting team can obtain the minimum number of properly equipped players before the ten-minute grace period expires, the game shall be started, and the opposing team shall be given the ball/possession.

Sportsmanship Policy

StFX Intramurals expects all participants to respect and abide by all rules and policies, show respect, and concern for their opponent and intramural staff, and refrain from abusive language, poor attitude, and manipulation of the rules to further their chance of winning. Upholding high standards of integrity and fair play is of the utmost importance to the Intramural Committee.

Fair play ratings are given to teams after each contest by either the nightly supervisors or game officials. These ratings reflect behavior before, during, and after the contest.

For a team to qualify for post-season playoffs, they must have a 5.0 average in fair play during regular season play. Any team receiving a ZERO rating during the regular season will be subject to additional discipline. The ratings are given after each contest based of a 10-point scale.

1	Out of control behavior with excessive disrespect and arguing. Multiple players involved in a fight or destruction of property. Team is subject to investigation and possible removal from competition.
2	Excessively disrespectful and argumentative. Any physical contact or provocation of officials. Multiple ejected players or one player involved in a fight.
3	Frequently disrespectful with repeated arguing. Provocative behavior toward officials. Multiple unsportsmanlike penalties or multiple ejected players.
4	Frequently disrespectful to officials and/or opponents. Frequent arguing or complaints. Multiple unsportsmanlike penalties or 1 ejected player.
5	Shows moderate disrespect to officials and/or opponents. Moderate arguing or complaints. Maximum of 1 unsportsmanlike penalty
6	Respectful most of the time, but occasional minor disrespect towards officials or opponents. Some arguing or complaints. No unsportsmanlike penalties.
7	Generally respectful to officials and opponents. Occasional complaints or arguing. No unsportsmanlike penalties.
8	Mostly respectful to officials and opponents. Some minor complaints or arguing. No unsportsmanlike penalties.
9	Respectful to officials and opponents. Minimal to no complaints or arguing. No unsportsmanlike penalties.
10	Always respectful to officials and the opposing teams. No arguing or complaining. No unsportsmanlike penalties.