Youth League Details, Rules and Regulations
- Number of Players – A minimum of 10 players is required on the U9-U18 rosters. Arena Sports reserves the right to add additional players as needed. Team managers will be notified.
- Number of Teams – Leagues with fewer than five teams may be merged with age groups either one year older or younger. Managers will be notified should this be necessary.
- Registration Fees – Individual player fees only. No team fees.
- Availability & Registration – Space and late registration are subject to availability. Player fees are due by the day of the first game, with no exceptions.
- Memberships – Current Arena Sports membership is required. $65/player; $140/family membership.
- House Teams – Available for any individual player (U6 – HS) who wishes to play but does not have an organized team. House Teams are limited to 12 players. Dri-fit Jerseys are included in the registration fee. House teams are coached by volunteer parents. If interested, please let us know!
- Scheduling – We try to be fair and provide balanced schedules for all teams, but please note the indicated days of play are the “primary” days of play. Games may be scheduled on other days if necessary. Weekend games start as early as 7am. At the time of registration, please place your schedule requests. We accept schedule requests relevant to the first two weeks of the season to accommodate outdoor schedules. Please note that these requests are not final but will be taken into consideration while scheduling.
Rules To Remember
No Sliding
Sliding and 3 points of contact are considered to be playing in a dangerous manner.
No Heading
All U-12 and younger leagues will not allow intentional heading of the ball. When a player deliberately heads the ball in a match, the opposing team is awarded an indirect free kick (IFK) at the spot of the offense.
3 Goal Rule
If a team is up by 3 goals or more, the opposing team is given the option to add another player to the field. Note: In Youth Leagues, players on the team who are up by three goals or more must shoot outside the arc for a goal to count.
3 Line Violation
A 3 line infraction occurs when the ball crosses, in the air, over both red lines without touching the wall, player, or the ground. This will result in a free kick from the red line closest to the original kick. Exception: Any team playing with two less players than the opposing team are not subject to the 3 line rule. Passing the ball over 3 lines toward your own goal is allowed.
Age Chart
What to Wear
Goalkeeper Attire: The goalkeeper must wear colors that distinguish them from all other players.
Shin Guards & Socks: Are REQUIRED for all players. Socks must be worn over shin guards.
Jewelry: A player may not wear jewelry (watches, bracelets, etc.) that is dangerous to themselves or other players. This may be at the discretion of the referee.
NO CLEATS ALLOWED
The Match
Youth games consist of two 20 minute halves.
Blue Card
If Opponent Scores: Team returns to full strength, but without the carded player. The carded player may not return to the field until 2 minutes have passed.
Yellow Card
If Opponent Scores: Team returns to full strength, but without the carded player. The carded player may not return to the field until 4 minutes have passed.
Red Card
Team Penalty Duration: 5 minutes regardless of the opponent scoring.
Warning: A red card may be given if a
player is caught chewing gum or spitting
on the field.