***RULE CHANGE***
Effective January 15, 2012:
According to United States Soccer Federation Rules for Indoor Soccer
the proper procedure for a three line pass is as follows:
11.1 THREE LINE PASS: If a player, including the goalkeeper, plays
the ball over three lines (two yellow lines and a halfway line) in
the air towards his opponent's goal line, without it touching
another player, the perimeter wall or a referee on the field of
play between the yellow lines, the referee shall award a free kick
to the opposing team at shootout mark of the first yellow line that
the ball crossed.
Traditionally in the Y-Zone indoor soccer leagues when a three line
pass occurred the non-offending team would receive a free kick on
their own defensive zone line. With the new rule change the
non-offending team will now receive a free kick at their offensive
zone line or penalty kick line.
According to United States Soccer Federation Rules for Indoor Soccer
the proper procedure for a three line pass is as follows:
11.1 THREE LINE PASS: If a player, including the goalkeeper, plays
the ball over three lines (two yellow lines and a halfway line) in
the air towards his opponent's goal line, without it touching
another player, the perimeter wall or a referee on the field of
play between the yellow lines, the referee shall award a free kick
to the opposing team at shootout mark of the first yellow line that
the ball crossed.
Traditionally in the Y-Zone indoor soccer leagues when a three line
pass occurred the non-offending team would receive a free kick on
their own defensive zone line. With the new rule change the
non-offending team will now receive a free kick at their offensive
zone line or penalty kick line.
General Rules
a. Character development is at the heart of what we do here at the YMCA.
b. Participants are expected to abide by all rules and laws of the game.
c. Deadlines:
i. You will be notified via email prior to the start of registration for a session the following:
1. Hard cut off date for registration
2. Hard cut off date for a finalized roster after the start of the session
d. Website
i. The website for standings, schedules and general information is: www.leaguelineup.com/yzone
ii. The message board on the site is for constructive thoughts/suggestions only. Management reserves the right to remove such entries that do not abide by the guidelines listed on the website.
e. Officials reserve the right to use their judgment accordingly and have the final say in all game play.
f. The Y-Zone reserves the right to make a final decision regarding any special circumstance or situation that should occur. Our decision is final.
g. The Y-Zone is a membership facility and any parent or child who is not a YMCA member are not entitled to member benefits
h. All players must sign the roster/waiver form before their first game. A parent or legal guardian must sign for any participant under the age of 18.
i. We will not tolerate any negative behavior towards any official.
j. Playoffs: The u10 division will have no playoffs, just a straight set of 10 games. Playoffs will start with the U12 divisions and go as follows: 8 regular games, 2 guaranteed playoff games. The first schedule will be released with 8 games, and the last schedule will be released with the playoff brackets by week 7 of the session.
k. Players may only be rostered on one team per age group (No double rostering).
l. All players playing in the U19 Division must be in High School.
m. Team(s) playing in the Adult Recreational League “Formerly Adult Over 30 league” may have players who are of the age of 21 and older. However, a team(s) may be asked to play in the Adult Premier League “Formerly Adult Competitive League” just to maintain parity in the division.
n. Officials must be paid prior to the start of the match.
o. The official has the right to extend play if a player intentionally delays a restart at the end of the game. In a delay of game situation the referee as the power to add time back on the clock. Time added is at the referee’s discretion.
p. Schedules:
i. The schedule will be made by the League Coordinator and will be available at the coaches/captains meeting prior to the start of the session. After the meeting, the schedule will be available on the website: www.leaguelineup.com/yzone.
ii. Call the Y-Zone when in doubt for inclement weather. The Y-Zone will call you if we are canceling a game from our end. All games cancelled by the YMCA will be rescheduled.
iii. Standings are posted weekly.
iv. All schedule requests must be turned in via email to Alyssa Dunn, League Coordinator, at least two weeks prior to the start of the first game of league play. No Guarantees.
q. The Y Sports Zone will reserve the right to adjust divisional play accordingly:
i. In the case of a team clearly dominating they will be moved up when feasible.
ii. In the case of a team clearly being dominated they will move down when feasible.
iii. If it is not possible to move a team up or down other accommodations may be made.
b. Participants are expected to abide by all rules and laws of the game.
c. Deadlines:
i. You will be notified via email prior to the start of registration for a session the following:
1. Hard cut off date for registration
2. Hard cut off date for a finalized roster after the start of the session
d. Website
i. The website for standings, schedules and general information is: www.leaguelineup.com/yzone
ii. The message board on the site is for constructive thoughts/suggestions only. Management reserves the right to remove such entries that do not abide by the guidelines listed on the website.
e. Officials reserve the right to use their judgment accordingly and have the final say in all game play.
f. The Y-Zone reserves the right to make a final decision regarding any special circumstance or situation that should occur. Our decision is final.
g. The Y-Zone is a membership facility and any parent or child who is not a YMCA member are not entitled to member benefits
h. All players must sign the roster/waiver form before their first game. A parent or legal guardian must sign for any participant under the age of 18.
i. We will not tolerate any negative behavior towards any official.
j. Playoffs: The u10 division will have no playoffs, just a straight set of 10 games. Playoffs will start with the U12 divisions and go as follows: 8 regular games, 2 guaranteed playoff games. The first schedule will be released with 8 games, and the last schedule will be released with the playoff brackets by week 7 of the session.
k. Players may only be rostered on one team per age group (No double rostering).
l. All players playing in the U19 Division must be in High School.
m. Team(s) playing in the Adult Recreational League “Formerly Adult Over 30 league” may have players who are of the age of 21 and older. However, a team(s) may be asked to play in the Adult Premier League “Formerly Adult Competitive League” just to maintain parity in the division.
n. Officials must be paid prior to the start of the match.
o. The official has the right to extend play if a player intentionally delays a restart at the end of the game. In a delay of game situation the referee as the power to add time back on the clock. Time added is at the referee’s discretion.
p. Schedules:
i. The schedule will be made by the League Coordinator and will be available at the coaches/captains meeting prior to the start of the session. After the meeting, the schedule will be available on the website: www.leaguelineup.com/yzone.
ii. Call the Y-Zone when in doubt for inclement weather. The Y-Zone will call you if we are canceling a game from our end. All games cancelled by the YMCA will be rescheduled.
iii. Standings are posted weekly.
iv. All schedule requests must be turned in via email to Alyssa Dunn, League Coordinator, at least two weeks prior to the start of the first game of league play. No Guarantees.
q. The Y Sports Zone will reserve the right to adjust divisional play accordingly:
i. In the case of a team clearly dominating they will be moved up when feasible.
ii. In the case of a team clearly being dominated they will move down when feasible.
iii. If it is not possible to move a team up or down other accommodations may be made.
Game Rules
a. If a team is ahead by 5 or more goals the opposing team may add an additional player on the field. The team that is ahead by 5 or more goals can only score outside of the 18-yard box until the team falls below 5 goals then all rules apply until the team goes ahead by 5 or more goals.
b. Games tied at the end of regulation play will result in a tie.
c. No offside.
d. Ball does not have to go forward on a kickoff.
e. ALL BALLS KICKED INTO THE NET OR HIT THE CEILING ARE DIRECT KICKS, 10 feet minimum distance required.
f. Balls hit into the net above the boards will be a free kick from where ball hit net.
g. Balls hitting the ceiling will be a free kick from the nearest line where ball hit ceiling.
h. Balls hit into net above goal by attacking team will be goal kicks.
i. Balls hit into net above goal by defending team will be a corner kick.
j. Subbing on the fly is permitted. Player exiting the field must be within 5 feet of the door prior to the other player entering.
k. Coaches may ask for subs when the ball is out of play. Play will resume on the whistle.
l. A whistle will restart all corner kicks.
m. No 3-line pass; will be a direct kick for other team from their own defensive zone line.
n. NO SLIDING. Only keepers may slide to make saves in or near the penalty box. A player will be called for sliding any time they leave their feet on their own in the judgment of the officials. This will be called even if no other players are in the vicinity. Sliding to shoot the ball is not accepted. A slide to kick or attempt to kick the ball will result in a direct free kick for the other team. A slide tackle, even if legal will result in a two-minute penalty.
o. Boarding will result in a two- minute penalty.
p. Keeper CANNOT pick up an intentional direct ball on a pass back from their own team.
q. Six-second rule applies to goalkeeper.
r. Players cannot use hands on boards for support, result a direct kick for other team.
s. Five seconds to restart all free kicks. Failure to restart results in loss of possession.
t. Penalty kicks will be taken as a Breakaway: keeper in net, shooter at offensive zone line, all others on center line. Once shooter touches ball, all players may advance.
u. FIFA Laws of the Game cover all other rules along with PA West Soccer Association.
v. PA West age guidelines enforced (View Age Group Chart) However, the following specifications and exceptions will be allowed if all 3 areas are covered and approved:
i. If a player is two (2) months or 60 days past the cut off date based on the age guidelines.
ii. Only one (1) player per team is allowed to request this exception.
iii. All coaches in the league/division must be notified of the player of their age and will be given a chance to accept the player to play in the division and for the team. If one (1) coach in the league/division objects to the player playing in the division due to their age that player will be asked to consider playing in the higher age group.
b. Games tied at the end of regulation play will result in a tie.
c. No offside.
d. Ball does not have to go forward on a kickoff.
e. ALL BALLS KICKED INTO THE NET OR HIT THE CEILING ARE DIRECT KICKS, 10 feet minimum distance required.
f. Balls hit into the net above the boards will be a free kick from where ball hit net.
g. Balls hitting the ceiling will be a free kick from the nearest line where ball hit ceiling.
h. Balls hit into net above goal by attacking team will be goal kicks.
i. Balls hit into net above goal by defending team will be a corner kick.
j. Subbing on the fly is permitted. Player exiting the field must be within 5 feet of the door prior to the other player entering.
k. Coaches may ask for subs when the ball is out of play. Play will resume on the whistle.
l. A whistle will restart all corner kicks.
m. No 3-line pass; will be a direct kick for other team from their own defensive zone line.
n. NO SLIDING. Only keepers may slide to make saves in or near the penalty box. A player will be called for sliding any time they leave their feet on their own in the judgment of the officials. This will be called even if no other players are in the vicinity. Sliding to shoot the ball is not accepted. A slide to kick or attempt to kick the ball will result in a direct free kick for the other team. A slide tackle, even if legal will result in a two-minute penalty.
o. Boarding will result in a two- minute penalty.
p. Keeper CANNOT pick up an intentional direct ball on a pass back from their own team.
q. Six-second rule applies to goalkeeper.
r. Players cannot use hands on boards for support, result a direct kick for other team.
s. Five seconds to restart all free kicks. Failure to restart results in loss of possession.
t. Penalty kicks will be taken as a Breakaway: keeper in net, shooter at offensive zone line, all others on center line. Once shooter touches ball, all players may advance.
u. FIFA Laws of the Game cover all other rules along with PA West Soccer Association.
v. PA West age guidelines enforced (View Age Group Chart) However, the following specifications and exceptions will be allowed if all 3 areas are covered and approved:
i. If a player is two (2) months or 60 days past the cut off date based on the age guidelines.
ii. Only one (1) player per team is allowed to request this exception.
iii. All coaches in the league/division must be notified of the player of their age and will be given a chance to accept the player to play in the division and for the team. If one (1) coach in the league/division objects to the player playing in the division due to their age that player will be asked to consider playing in the higher age group.
Game Procedures
a. Prior to the start of a game, the referee will be required to check in all players from each team.
b. At the conclusion of a game, each coach is required to meet with the referee and sign off on the bottom of the score sheet.
c. All teams are required to have an adult/parent coach or manager at their bench for all games. Only 1 (one) coach/manager plus 1 (one) additional coach are permitted at the bench.
d. There will be 2 twenty-five minute halves
e. There will be a 2-minute halftime.
b. At the conclusion of a game, each coach is required to meet with the referee and sign off on the bottom of the score sheet.
c. All teams are required to have an adult/parent coach or manager at their bench for all games. Only 1 (one) coach/manager plus 1 (one) additional coach are permitted at the bench.
d. There will be 2 twenty-five minute halves
e. There will be a 2-minute halftime.
Penalties
a. Teams with too many players on the field will result in a two-minute penalty.
b. Coaches or players on the bench area can receive a two-minute bench penalty for taunting, dissent, or inappropriate behavior.
c. Offending team will play short-handed until other team scores, or penalty time expires.
d. A team can only have 2 players in the penalty box at a time. If additional penalties occur while there are 2 players in the box, the penalty time will be served when one of the previous penalties expires.
e. Players receiving a Red card must sit out the next game.
f. If a player receives a red card the team will play shorthanded for two minutes or until the opposing team scores a goal.
g. No spitting in the facility. Players or coaches spitting on the field or bench area will receive a two-minute penalty.
h. FIGHTING WILL NOT BE TOLERATED AND IT WILL RESULT IN AUTOMATIC EJECTION AND REMOVAL FROM FACILITY. Players or coaches will be ejected for fighting for the remainder of the schedule and the ejection may be extended indefinitely.
i. Excessive Roughness will result in the following:
i. 1st Offense-Two minute penalty
ii. 2nd Offense-Two minute penalty and a Yellow card
iii. 3rd Offense-Two minute penalty and a (Red Card)
j. Swearing will not be tolerated:
i. 1st Offense – verbal warning
ii. 2nd Offense – two- minute penalty
iii. 3rd Offense - ejection from game and facility
b. Coaches or players on the bench area can receive a two-minute bench penalty for taunting, dissent, or inappropriate behavior.
c. Offending team will play short-handed until other team scores, or penalty time expires.
d. A team can only have 2 players in the penalty box at a time. If additional penalties occur while there are 2 players in the box, the penalty time will be served when one of the previous penalties expires.
e. Players receiving a Red card must sit out the next game.
f. If a player receives a red card the team will play shorthanded for two minutes or until the opposing team scores a goal.
g. No spitting in the facility. Players or coaches spitting on the field or bench area will receive a two-minute penalty.
h. FIGHTING WILL NOT BE TOLERATED AND IT WILL RESULT IN AUTOMATIC EJECTION AND REMOVAL FROM FACILITY. Players or coaches will be ejected for fighting for the remainder of the schedule and the ejection may be extended indefinitely.
i. Excessive Roughness will result in the following:
i. 1st Offense-Two minute penalty
ii. 2nd Offense-Two minute penalty and a Yellow card
iii. 3rd Offense-Two minute penalty and a (Red Card)
j. Swearing will not be tolerated:
i. 1st Offense – verbal warning
ii. 2nd Offense – two- minute penalty
iii. 3rd Offense - ejection from game and facility
Coaches responsibilities
a. Registration: Registration will be conducted on a mail-in basis or in person at the Y-Zone Administration Office. A player MUST register before allowed to participate in a game.
b. Games: A coach is responsible for his/her team, or teams, while attending their game. The coach and his/her team should arrive 15 minutes before the start of their game.
c. Accident Procedure: If an accident happens you need to notify a YMCA supervisor on duty immediately. The supervisor will fill out an Accident Report and procedures followed.
d. Equipment: The Y-Zone will not provide any equipment. The only equipment that will be issued by the Y-Zone is the game ball to the referee. All other equipment must be purchased by the participant or coaches’.
e. Player Discipline: Coaches are urged to be FAIR and CONSISTENT with their discipline. Participants should be informed from the beginning as to what is expected of them. Disciplining a participant should not be used as an easy excuse to withhold a player from game competition. Be sure there is ample reason when “benching” a player due to “disciplinary” reasons. Keep in mind this league is designed for friendly competition and enjoyment of all participants.
f. It is the responsibility of team managers/ captains to notify teammates of their first game times. Schedules will be available online at: www.leaguelineup.com/yzone.
b. Games: A coach is responsible for his/her team, or teams, while attending their game. The coach and his/her team should arrive 15 minutes before the start of their game.
c. Accident Procedure: If an accident happens you need to notify a YMCA supervisor on duty immediately. The supervisor will fill out an Accident Report and procedures followed.
d. Equipment: The Y-Zone will not provide any equipment. The only equipment that will be issued by the Y-Zone is the game ball to the referee. All other equipment must be purchased by the participant or coaches’.
e. Player Discipline: Coaches are urged to be FAIR and CONSISTENT with their discipline. Participants should be informed from the beginning as to what is expected of them. Disciplining a participant should not be used as an easy excuse to withhold a player from game competition. Be sure there is ample reason when “benching” a player due to “disciplinary” reasons. Keep in mind this league is designed for friendly competition and enjoyment of all participants.
f. It is the responsibility of team managers/ captains to notify teammates of their first game times. Schedules will be available online at: www.leaguelineup.com/yzone.
Spectators
a. No spectators are allowed around the bench area.
b. All spectators will be expected to abide by all facility rules and act in an appropriate manner at all times. Any improper actions as specified by the rules and at the discretion of the Y-Zone staff may result in ejection from the facility.
b. All spectators will be expected to abide by all facility rules and act in an appropriate manner at all times. Any improper actions as specified by the rules and at the discretion of the Y-Zone staff may result in ejection from the facility.
Equipment and Uniforms
a. Players are allowed to wear indoor soccer shoes. No molded outdoor cleats are permitted. Players wearing molded cleats will be removed and not permitted to return until proper shoes are worn.
b. All players must wear shin guards (of the appropriate size).
c. No screw-in spikes.
d. All uniform or T-shirts must be of similar color. Numbered jerseys or T-shirts are optional
e. Any T-shirt worn must have sleeves (no cut off t-shirts permitted). Player will be asked to not play until he/she finds a proper shirt.
f. No jewelry will be permitted along with ball caps.
b. All players must wear shin guards (of the appropriate size).
c. No screw-in spikes.
d. All uniform or T-shirts must be of similar color. Numbered jerseys or T-shirts are optional
e. Any T-shirt worn must have sleeves (no cut off t-shirts permitted). Player will be asked to not play until he/she finds a proper shirt.
f. No jewelry will be permitted along with ball caps.
