QUINTE WEST SOCCER CLUB

CONSTITUTION

 

 

NAME

 

1.1

The name of the organization shall be Quinte West Soccer Club henceforth known herein as QWSC.

 

AFFILIATIONS

 

1.2

The Club shall be a Member of the Southeast Soccer Association (SOSA) and shall follow the published rules of the District Association and the Ontario Soccer Association, hereinafter referred to as The ONTARIO SOCCER.  The Club is subject to the published rules in declining order of authority of the following bodies to which it is affiliated:

 

The ONTARIO SOCCER

The District Association

The Club

 

OBJECTIVES

 

2.1

To govern, promote and develop the game of soccer.

2.2

To provide children with the opportunity to engage in an activity that is both enjoyable and which promotes physical fitness.

2.3

To promote and encourage sportsmanship and fair play among players, learning the game of soccer.

 

SYMBOL

 

3.1

The recognized symbol for the organization shall be a shield with a Wolverine with a ball in its mouth and name QUINTE WEST SOCCER CLUB around it.  This symbol shall appear on all uniforms and articles representing our program.

 

QWSC primary colours shall be Forest Green and/or White with Forest Green trim. Any changes to the primary colours of QWSC shall require approval from 60% of the rep player membership.

 

3.2

Any person/team/group wishing to utilize the QWSC symbol for any reason, shall request permission in writing to the QWSC President.

 

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

 

4.1

The Board of Directors shall consist of the nine (9) elected Directors, together with the Secretary.

4.1.1

In addition to the Board of Directors, Ex-officio members may be appointed by the Board of Directors.  An Ex-officio member is a non-voting member working under an elected officer of the Board of Directors.

 

4.2

Election of the QWSC Board of Directors shall take place at the Annual General Meeting prior to December 31^st.  Voting shall be done by secret ballot.  The elected officers shall assume office by January 1^st of the term (Term is from January 1^st to December 31^st of the following year).  The new officials may commence sitting in on board meetings but will not have voting authority until January 1 of the following year. 

4.2.1

All Board of Directors positions will be for terms of 2 years alternating between Group A and Group B as follows:

Group A - President, Equipment Manager, House League Convenor,

                             Head Referee, Tournament Convenor

Group B - Treasurer, Head Coach, Rep Liaison, Assistant Referee

4.2.2

If a position becomes vacant due to resignation and that position is not co-opted as per the By-Laws of the Corporation, that position will be dealt with as a special case scenario and details of the voting procedures will be divulged at the General Meeting prior to any voting.

4.3

The election of the Board of Directors shall be by a majority vote of the voting public (as outlined in the By-Laws) in attendance at the Annual General Meeting.

4.4

The Elected Officers are to be from the Quinte West district.  These Officers are to consist of:

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   

 

 

 

4.5

President elected must have a minimum of two (2) year’s experience with QWSC, 1 year of those as a Convenor or Executive Member.

 

RULES OF ORDER

 

5.1

All meetings shall be conducted in accordance with Robert’s Rules of Order in so far as they may apply.

 

POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

 

6.1

Appendix “A”, “B”, and “C” attached forms part of this Constitution.

 

AMENDMENTS

 

7.1

The Constitution of QWSC shall only be altered with 2/3^rd approval at the Annual General Meeting.

7.2

Proposed changes to the Constitution must be submitted in writing to the Quinte West Soccer Club at least two (2) weeks prior to the Annual General Meeting.  Amendments shall not be accepted from the floor.

7.3

Policies and Procedures of the Constitution may be changed or amended by a vote of the Board of Directors at any Board meeting.  Such changes must be made known at the next Annual General Meeting.

7.4

Any changes in the Policies and procedures of the constitution shall not contravene the current playing rules of F.I.F.A. except with regards to substitutions, playing time and mini-soccer rules.

 

 

 

NOTE:

 

This Quinte West Soccer Club Constitution was modified as a result of motions passed at the Annual General Meeting held in Trenton on November 27, 2017.

 

Effective Date:  November 28, 2017

Appendix “A”

 

QUINTE WEST SOCCER CLUB

Club Policies and Procedures

 

ACCESSIBILITY POLICY

1. This policy affirms the Quinte West Soccer Club’s (QWSC) commitment to providing services to persons with disabilities in a way that respects their dignity, independence and right of equal opportunities and access.
2. “Persons with disabilities”- refers to any person with a disability as defined under the Canadian human rights legislation (e.g. person with a visual impairment, person with a hearing impairment etc.)
3. QWSC Commitment
   1. QWSC members and representatives must communicate to the best of their ability with persons with disabilities in ways that take the persons disabilities into account.
   2. Persons with disabilities are permitted to use their own assistive devices to aid communication with QWSC.
   3. QWSC members and representatives must permit persons accompanied by a service animal to enter the QWSC premises with the animal and to keep the animal with him/her.
   4. Where a person is accompanied by a support person, QWSC members and representatives must work with both the person with a disability and the support person to ensure equal access to services.
   5. The QWSC will work with the person with a disability and his or her support person to examine the possibility of adapting the recreational game of soccer to meet the needs of both the person with disability and the players involved in any adaptations.The QWSC reserves the right to decide if the laws of the game are affected beyond a tolerable limit.If this is the situation then the possibility of developing a new program will be examined to accommodate the disability.Sufficient number of participants in the new program will dictate if the program is viable.
4. Awareness and Education: The QWSC is committed to train all QWSC members and representative who interact with the public about how to provide appropriate communication to persons with disabilities and options available through the QWSC office.Training will be provided before each soccer season commences through the Coaches meeting and whenever the QWSC alters its policies or practices regarding accessible customer service.
5. Feedback Process: The QWSC welcomes feedback about how it provides services to persons with disabilities.Members of the public may provide feedback in the manner deemed most convenient to them, including in person, by telephone, on writing or by email or other electronic format.
6. Availability of Documents:This policy will be made available to any member of the public upon request.
7. Interpretation:Responsibility for the interpretation of this policy rests jointly with the President of the QWSC and Office Manager
8. Review:This policy will be reviewed annually.

 

 

DOPING POLICY

1. Quinte West Soccer Club prohibits the use of any illegal substances.
2. Any referee, player or coach under the influence of an illegal substance will be removed from the field of play immediately.
3. Quinte West Soccer Club will refer to the ONTARIO SOCCER Doping guidelines as required.

 

EQUITY AND INCLUSION POLICY

1.0 Discrimination on the grounds of sex, race, ethnic origin, class, age, sexual orientation, family status, religion or disability is expressly forbidden in the Quinte West Soccer Club field of play, workplace, or in any QWSC sanctioned event.

 

HARRASMENT POLICY

1.1 QWSC is a member of the Ontario Soccer Association (ONTARIO SOCCER) and all organizations affiliated with the ONTARIO SOCCER including, but not limited to, District Associations, Leagues, Clubs, Associate Members, ONTARIO SOCCER-Recognized Non-Club Academies (ORNCA) and all ONTARIO SOCCER Registrants are governed by, and subject to, where applicable, the following ONTARIO SOCCER Governing Documents:

 a) ONTARIO SOCCER By-Laws: The ONTARIO SOCCER By-Laws provide the structure and framework for the governance of the ONTARIO SOCCER. The By-Laws are approved by the Member Organizations of the ONTARIO SOCCER.

b) ONTARIO SOCCER Policies: An ONTARIO SOCCER Policy is a position adopted by the Board of Directors that directs a definitive course of action for the organization to enhance consistent decision making throughout the organization. It may include related actions to enforce even more consistency when implementing the policy position. ONTARIO SOCCER Policies shall be developed and approved by the Board of Directors.

c) ONTARIO SOCCER Operational Procedures: The ONTARIO SOCCER Operational Procedures are the specific methods or processes used to implement the policies of the organization in the day-to-day operations of the organization. ONTARIO SOCCER Operational Procedures shall be developed by Staff which will provide each Board member with the opportunity to provide feedback before the Operational Procedure is approved by the Executive Director. When required, the development and approval of some Operational Procedures may be delegated to other groups (other than staff)

 d) Governing Documents of FIFA and CSA: The Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) is the International Sport Governing Body and the Canadian Soccer Association (CSA) is the National Sport Governing Body in Canada.

 e) Applicable Government Legislation: Federal, Provincial and Municipal Legislation for which adherence is mandatory.

 

QWSC adheres to Bill 168 for all club volunteers and employees.

 

TOBACCO FREE POLICY

1. Quinte West Soccer clubs abides the City of Quinte West policy bylaw 2007-142 and 9567
2. The use of e-cigarettes are prohibited on the field of play

 

HEALTHY SNACK POLICY

1. Quinte West Soccer Club encourages healthy snacking
2. It is the responsibility of the parents to inform the coach of any allergy when planning a snack schedule

 

 

Concussion/Return to Play Policy

 

The health and safety of all our members is the first priority.  In the event of an injury that prohibits you from play, we ask that you return using the following guidelines.  In the event of a concussion, we will enforce the return to play process.

 

A typical RTP process will be made up of 6 steps. There must be a minimum of 24 hours before each step is assessed although this could be considerably longer than 24 hours. Oversight should be provided by a medical professional. The 6 steps are as follows:

1. No activity, complete rest. Once the athlete is asymptomatic, they proceed to level two. The athlete spends, at the minimum, one day at each stage.
2. Light aerobic exercise such as walking or stationary cycling, no resistance training. Performing step two without symptoms allows the athlete to proceed to level three. If symptoms return, the athlete moves back one stage then continues.
3. Sport specific training (e.g. skating in hockey, running in football), progressive addition of resistance training at steps three or four. Performing step three without symptoms allows the athlete to proceed to level four.
4. Non-contact training drills. Performing step four without symptoms allows the athlete to proceed to level five.
5. Full contact training after medical clearance. Performing step five without symptoms allows the athlete to proceed to level six.
6. Game play.

 

 

Travel Policies

Any team wishing to participate in a tournament outside the jurisdiction of ONTARIO SOCCER must submit an Application to Travel Form (A.T.F.) signed by their club together with proof that the tournament has been sanctioned by the parent organization of the Club hosting the tournament and the appropriate fee.

As these applications require District and sometimes ONTARIO SOCCER. and C.S.A. approval please pay particular attention to the deadlines for submission of the A.T.F.`s which are printed on the reverse side of the forms. Please note that travel outside Canada and the United    States requires 60 days not 45 which is printed on the form.

Please also refer to the ONTARIO SOCCER. tournament classifications in order to make sure that your team is eligible to attend the tournament you are applying for permission to attend.
 
A team is covered by insurance under the ONTARIO SOCCER insurance policy for travel within Ontario only. You may wish to purchase additional insurance for travel to provinces other than Ontario and International tournaments.

Representation of the Club

 

When going to tournaments, teams represent our club and we want all teams to represent us respectively and professionally. Sportsmanship, respect and positivity are highly encouraged when travelling. We ask all our players, coaches and players to follow this.

 

 

Communication Policy

 

Communication includes:

• Club website
• Mail
• Email
• League meetings
• SOUTHEAST ONTARIO SOCCER, ONTARIO SOCCER meetings
• Marketing Material (posters, Twitter, etc.)
• SMS Service

 

Communication with Membership

 

The Club’s website, www.quintewestsoccerclub.com is the primary method of communicating with our membership. All relevant communications and Club information is made available through our website.

 

The other main forms of communication are e-mail, telephone and select Social Media websites.

 

E-mails are sent out through our database. We only send out information to parents and volunteers that have supplied us with their contact information and wish to receive notice from the club.

 

Annual General Meeting minutes are available in hard copy at the Club office.

The Board of Directors meeting minutes are available in hard copy at the Club office.

 

The Club’s Constitution, Policies and Procedures and Rules and Regulations are posted on the Club website.

 

 

 

 

 

Communication – Coach, Player, Parent

 

Issues regarding soccer matters such as playing time, position, formation etc., should be first discussed with your Team Head Coach. Do not approach either the head coach or assistant coach before, during or after a game to discuss any of these issues.

A 24 Hour Cooling Period is mandatory.

 

If you are unable to resolve the matter with your team coach, you should ask to discuss the matter with the Club Administrator. Send an email to qwsc@bellnet.ca or submit a hard copy to the office, so we have a complaint/issue in writing. We will then take the issue to our board meetings to discuss further action.

 

Communication and issues with your Coach are private matters and should be treated as such and should not be addressed with other parents. These issues should not be made public via email to other parents/players or be posted

on electronic bulletin boards. Violation of this may result in removal or suspension of parent and/or player from the team.

 

Anti- Spam Regulations

 

As a club, we follow Anti-Spam Regulations.

 

This is what we sent out to our club members:

• Consumers will have control over who can send them a commercial    
  electronic    message or business email   .
• Companies will have to identify themselves in their emails and provides
  a way to unsubscribe from receiving further messages. Spammers that 
  do not comply risk major financial    penalties.
• The new regulations make it clear that the fundraising   activities of 
  Canadian charities   , will be exempted from the Act.
• Canadians will be able to report violations and file complaints on 
  the Canada's Anti-Spam Legislation website.

SAMPLE OF CONSENT
Canada is set to enact new anti-spam legislation which, when it comes 
into force, will regulate the distribution of electronic messages. 
 
To comply with this new law, ___________is required to obtain your 
consent in order to continue to send you e-communications from our 
ORGANIZATION. This may include newsletters, publications, 
announcements, invitations    and other news or information. 
 
Please confirm your consent to receive emails 
and other electronic exchanges, as outlined above, from 

_________________

 

 

 

 

 

 

Social Media Policy

INTRODUCTION

For the purpose of this Social Media and Networking Policy, the policy will encompass public communications through such internet mediums and websites as Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Foursquare and any other social media network that allows users to communicate online. The policy will be applicable to all members of the Quinte West Soccer Club “Community”, including Directors, Teams, Quinte West Soccer Club members and staff, officials, players, players’ family members and supporters. Quinte West Soccer Club recognizes and appreciates the value of social media and the importance of social networking to all of its stakeholders. Quinte West Soccer Club also respects the right of all Teams and Association personnel to express their views publicly. At the same time, we must be aware of the dangers social media and networking can present. The purpose of this policy is to educate the Quinte West Soccer Club Community on the risks of social media and to ensure all Teams and Association personnel are aware that conduct deemed to be inappropriate may be subject to disciplinary action by Quinte West Soccer Club.

 

SOCIAL MEDIA GUIDELINES

 a) Quinte West Soccer Club holds the entire Quinte West Soccer Club Community who participates in social media and networking to the same standards as it does for all other forms of media including radio, television and print.

 b) Comments or remarks of an inappropriate nature which are detrimental to a Team, the club or an individual will not be tolerated and will be subject to disciplinary action.

c) It should be recognized that social media comments are on the record and instantly published and available to the public and media. Everyone including club and/or Team personnel, players, corporate partners and the media can review social media communications. You should conduct yourself in an appropriate and professional manner at all times.

 d) Refrain from divulging confidential information of a personal or team related nature. Avoid revealing business or game strategy that could provide another team or individual a competitive advantage. Furthermore, do not discuss injury information about any player. Only divulge information that is considered public.

e) Use your best judgment at all times – pause before posting. Ultimately, you are solely responsible for your comments and they are published for the public record.

 

 

SOCIAL MEDIA VIOLATIONS

 

The following are examples of conduct through social media and networking mediums that are considered violations of the Quinte West Soccer Club Social Media and Networking Policy and may be subject to disciplinary action by Quinte West Soccer Club.

 

a) Any statement deemed to be publicly critical of club officials or detrimental to the welfare of a member Team, the club or an individual.

b) Divulging confidential information that may include, but is not limited to the following:

· player injuries

· trades or other player movement

· game strategies

· any other matter of a sensitive nature to a member Team, the Club or an individual.

 

c) Negative or derogatory comments about any of the Teams or Quinte West Soccer Club, Quinte West Soccer Club programs, stakeholders, players or any member of Quinte West Team.

d) Any form of bullying, harassment or threats against players or officials.

e) Photographs, video or comments promoting negative influences or criminal behavior, including but not limited to:

· drug use

· alcohol abuse

· public intoxication

· hazing

· sexual exploitation

 

f) Online activity that contradicts the current policies Quinte West Soccer Club or any of its member associations.

g) Inappropriate, derogatory, racist, or sexist comments of any kind, in keeping with the Quinte West Soccer Club policies and regulations on these matters.

h) Online activity that is meant to alarm other individuals or to misrepresent fact or truth.

DISCIPLINE

Quinte West Soccer Club board of directors will investigate reported violation(s). If the investigation determines that a violation has occurred, Quinte West Soccer Club will follow the Ontario Soccer Discipline policy.

SUMMARY

When using social media and networking mediums, Quinte West Soccer Club community should assume at all times they are representing Quinte West Soccer Club and/or its member associations or teams. All members of the Quinte West Soccer Club community should remember to use the same discretion with social media and networking as they do with other traditional forms of media. Should the identity or image of any member of the Quinte West Soccer Club Community be used in Social Media and networking without the Individual, Team or Association authorization, this is considered to be identity theft. Please contact Quinte West Soccer Club immediately. Any use of a player or team member’s image or likeness without the written consent of Quinte West Soccer Club is strictly prohibited.
Appendix “B”

 

QUINTE WEST SOCCER CLUB

House League Policies and Procedures

 

 

1.0       REGISTRATION OF PLAYERS

1.1

A parent or guardian of the player must complete the registration provided by the club. No player unless duly registered shall be permitted to take part in league play.  Fees must be received at time of registration.

1.2

A player shall register in only one (1) division.

1.3

Registrations shall expire at the end of each playing season.

1.4

Each player shall pay a registration fee as determined by the Board of Directors

1.5

In the event of a suspension or expulsion of a player, no refund of the registration fee or any part thereof shall be made.

1.6

All NSF cheques will be subject to a $30.00 administrative fee.  Both registration and administration fee must be paid in cash.  If after one (1) week from notice payment is not received the registration will be considered null and void.

1.7

Registrations after the last Thursday in March will be subject to a $10.00 late fee.

1.7.1

The Club Administrator shall place late registrants after the last Thursday in March on a waiting list.  They will be added on a “space available” basis to existing teams.

1.8 – REFUNDS

1.8.1

All refund requests must be submitted in writing.

1.8.2

A player will not be given a refund of registration fee if, for any reason he/she withdraws after his/her first scheduled game.

1.8.3

All refunds will be subject to a $25.00 administration fee.

1.8.4

Refunds for medical reasons or re-location will be considered up to June 15 and will be subject to pro-rated fees based on games played.

 

2.0       TEAM SELECTION

2.1

The formation of house league teams at season start and throughout the entire season will be up to the full discretion of the House League Convenor.

2.2

Trades will only be made at the discretion of the House League Convenor.

2.3

Players will be distributed onto teams based on their previous year’s grading. 

2.4

If a coach/ parent or player refuses a trade in QWSC the player will forfeit all playing rights for the balance of the season or until the trade is completed.  If the player quits he/she must return all equipment to his original coach and no refund will be given. 

 

 

 

3.0       AGE DIVISIONS

3.1

The division of the registered player shall be determined by their age as of January 1st of the playing season.  Divisions shall be comprised of the following

 

 

3.2

The age groupings for each division may be amended yearly by the Board of Directors to enable an optimal number of teams in each division.

 

4.0 PLAYERS

4.1.1 Uniform Policy

Players are expected to comply with Ontario Soccer policies for game play attire.

4.1.2

SHIRTS – You must wear the issued team uniform to each game.  The uniform may not be altered in any way until the completion of the season.  

SHORTS – must be a BLACK sport short.

SHIN PADS – Shin pads are mandatory.

SOCKS - Players are to wear the socks provided with the uniform.  Socks are to be worn over the shin pads.

SHOES – Soccer cleats or running shoes are acceptable.  No metal spikes allowed.

4.1.3

Ball caps are allowed to be worn by the goalie only.  A cap being worn must be a soft brimmed peak and the peak must be facing forward.

4.2.1 Lateral Movement

Players are permitted to play with their assigned team only.  Any player playing on any team he/she is not assigned to will be suspended for one game and the coach will be suspended for three.

4.2.2

The Board of Directors may authorize a player to play in a higher division if his/her calibre is assessed as being capable of doing so.

 

5.0 DISCIPLINE

5.1

Players, Parents, Coaches and Convenors are expected to conduct themselves as per the QWSC Code of Conduct, signed at registration.

5.2

Coaches shall be responsible to the Board of Directors and/or Disciplinary Committee for the actions of the players on their team.  They are expected to take all necessary precautions to prevent threats, assaults or the use of inappropriate language towards officials and players during or at the conclusion of the game.

5.3

The Disciplinary Committee may suspend any coach, assistant coach or manager who is found guilty of unsportsmanlike conduct from coaching in QWSC.

 

5.4

Any coach or player ejected during a game must leave the park for the balance of the game.  If the ejected coach or player ignores this rule, the referee will stop the game and ask the person to leave the play area.  If the rule is still defied, the referee shall end the game and a win shall be awarded to the opposing team.

5.4.1

If the player that is being ejected from the game is also the coach of the team, a substitute coach must be named from the sidelines and the ejected player must leave the park before the game resumes.

5.5

Any player receiving a RED CARD in a game must leave the playing area for the balance of the game.  The referee is to make note on his card that a red card was issued and file the report as directed by ONTARIO SOCCER.

5.6

All red cards will be reviewed following the Ontario Soccer  Discipline by Review or Discipline by Hearing format.  The player and coach will be notified of any suspension and will serve the suspension immediately following notification of decision.

5.7

Referees must report to the Head Referee of the QWSC within twenty-four (24) hours any player/coach who has been sent off during a game. The referee must also provide a written report within forty-eight (48) hours to the Head Referee and the QWSC office of the incident.

5.8

Any player, coach or referee, whose behaviour causes the Disciplinary Committee to meet, shall be advised of the meeting and given the opportunity to present their case.  A copy of these minutes will be submitted at the next Board of Directors meeting.

5.8.1

The Disciplinary Committee shall consist of panel members as selected by the Discipline Chair.

5.9

QWSC team, player or coaching staff not following the Playing Rules, Constitution or By-Laws of the QWSC will come before the Disciplinary Committee of the QWSC.  Discipline ranging from forfeiture of the game and/or ejection from the QWSC may result.

 

6.0 League Standings

6.1

Three (3) points shall be awarded for a win and one point for a tie.  The team having the most points at the end of the regular schedule shall be deemed the League Champion. Stats are only kept for divisions in U13 and older.

6.1.2

In the event of a tie for first place, the house league tournament tie breaker format shall be applied.

6.2

Standings as of the first week of August will be used to determine tournament seeding for the year end tournament.

 

7.0 Game Cancellation

7.1

All games shall start at the scheduled time.  A 5-minute grace period will be given to a team in order to field the minimum player requirement to start a game.

7.1.2

A team may start a game with seven (7) or more players in Under 12 and up through to Under 18 and five (5) or more players in Under 7 and up through to Under 11.  If a team is not on the field in time for the scheduled kick-off, then that team shall forfeit the game through default.

 

7.1.3

A defaulted game shall be called if a team fails to field the minimum number of players.

7.1.4

The defaulted game score shall be recorded as 1-0 and three (3) points awarded to the winning team.

7.2

Games cancelled due to inclement weather prior to August 1 will be rescheduled only if part of the same division was able to complete their game(s).

7.2.1

If after August 1, a game is cancelled due to inclement weather and the game will determine league champions, the House League Convenor may choose to reschedule the game.

7.2.2

It will be up to the House League Convenor (HLC) to arrange a time and a place for the postponed game to be played and to notify all parties involved.  The House League Convenor is to then notify the Club Administrator and the Head Referee of the new date.  If the game is still not played at the new date and time, the game will not be rescheduled and regular game forfeit rules will apply.

 

8.0 Game Playing Policies

8.1

The playing rules shall be those set out in the latest available edition of the F.I.F.A. Laws of the Game.

8.2

For all divisions, substitutions may be made at the following stoppages of play; kick ins, throw-ins, goal kicks, goal scored, half time and injuries as decreed by the Referee. 

8.2.1

Goalies can be substituted at any stoppage of play, but the referee must be notified.  If the goalie changed at half time the referee is still to be notified or a yellow card can/will be issued to the goalie that was originally in net.

8.3

Size #3 Balls shall be used for all teams in Under 3 - Under 8 divisions

Size #4 Balls shall be used for all teams in Under 9 – 12 divisions

Size #5 Balls shall be used for all teams in Under 13 – 18 divisions

8.4

The duration of games shall be:                     

Under 4 and Under 3	1 – 45 minute program	Under 11 Under 12	2 x 25 minute halves
Under 5 and Under 6	2 x 20 minute halves	Under 13	2 x 30 minute halves
Under 7 and Under 8	2 x 25 minute halves	Under 15	2 x 35 minute halves
Under 9 and Under 10	2 x 25 minute halves	Under 18	2 x 45 minute halves

8.4.1

The half time interval shall not exceed five (5) minutes.

8.5

The size of the field of play may vary although the Board of Directors shall endeavour to schedule games on acceptable fields (as Parks and Recreation Board allows).

8.6       LOPSIDED POLICY

MINI SOCCER

A team BEHIND by four (4) goals may add one player to the field until the score is at a three (3) goal spread to a maximum of three (3) extra players.  Once a goal is scored the team behind must remove the extra player from the field.

YOUTH SOCCER

A team AHEAD by four (4) goals must remove a player.  An additional player must be removed if the spread increases to five (5).  This pattern continues until the team leading in goals reaches the minimum seven (7) players required to play in a game.  The leading team may return a player every time the opponents score.

8.7

All teams must be on the same side of the field and spectators on the opposite side of the field in order for the game to commence.  Refusal to co-operate could result in a forfeit.  The referee is to bring it to the attention of the coaches if this occurs and it must be corrected before the beginning of the game.

8.8   SLIDE TACKLING in MINI SOCCER

Slide tackling is not allowed in mini soccer and is a cautionable offence (Yellow card).  If a referee, in his opinion feels that a slide tackle has occurred, the player will be issued a yellow card and will be substituted out of the game.  The coach may substitute back into the game once his/her offence has been clarified.  Consistent slide tackling may result in ejection from the game.

 

 

9.0 Inclement Weather Policy

 

9.1

Unless previously notified, the referee is expected to go to his/her scheduled field and await the arrival of the teams before making a decision to cancel the game.  Teams must attend and be ready to play or will risk forfeiture of the game.

9.1.2

In the event of a game being cancelled by the referee because of hazardous playing conditions the referee is to notify the Head Referee and record the cancellation on the back of his game card with both team coaches’ signatures. 

9.2

If a game in progress is cancelled by the referee for inclement weather reasons and the game has completed the first half, the score at that time shall stand and the game deemed complete.  If the game was called in the first half of play, the score will be nil and the game will be re-scheduled as time permits.

9.3

Games will not be cancelled because of extreme heat.

9.3.1

In situations of extreme heat, the referee may choose to allow more frequent substitutions and water breaks.

 

 

10.0 Referee Policy

 

10.1

The referee will verify equipment for players at the beginning of each game.

10.2

Referee must drop off the fully completed game card to the designated drop-off spot, within 24 hours of the game.  Failure to do this will result in the referee not being paid.

10.3

Referees must submit a written report to the office and the head referee for all cautions and/or dismissals issued during a game.