On game day:
-The first team playing on any field is responsible for putting up goals/nets and flags located in storeroom
-The last team on field for day is responsible for taking down goals/nets and    flags and taking to storeroom.

No one may ever hang on the Goal Posts.  Shin guards MUST be worn at games AND practices - a child not wearing shin guards will not be allowed to practice.  Shin guards should be worn under socks.

Weather cancellations -  listen to KWED - we will notify the radio station as soon it is determined to cancel the games.

Every player must be given 50% of game playing time unless there is illness, injury, or a discipline problem (disciplinary actions should be discussed with parent after game).

Practices can be held at Briesemeister Middle School, other school campuses or other Board approved locations.  Practices should not be held on Fields 1 and 2 (the fields located closest to Hwy. 46).  Practices can be twice weekly before games start and may be reduced to once weekly if desired after the playing season begins.  Encourage parents to attend practices.  Coaches should not leave practice fields until all children are picked up.  

Request that parents notify coaches if a child will not be present at a scheduled game.

Coaches - hand out rules of play to parents for your age players (located in coaches packet). The more parents understand, the better.

Neither coaches or parents should yell or criticize referees.  Our young referees are in training and even our most experienced referees sometimes don’t see what you see.   If you have a question or concern ask for an explanation at half-time or after a game, but never argue with a referee.  If a problem persists notify a SYSC Board member.  If a bad attitude is noted in a referee, please notify a Board member as well- we will provide constructive criticism as required. 

On a very serious note, verbal abuse of a referee will result in disciplinary actions against a coach or parent.  Very strict rules apply regarding verbal abuse or physical assault.  SYSC takes this matter very seriously.

Under 6 Rules:

Two playing fields; 3 v 3

Size 3 ball is used.

Four 8 minute periods with 2 minute breaks between periods 1 & 2 and 3 & 4

5 minute break between period 2 & 3

Unlimited substitutions at request of coach.

A goal can be scored directly from the kick-off or a goal kick.

All fouls & free kicks are indirect. Opponents must be at least 3 yards from the ball.

Goal kicks are to be taken from the goal line.

Coaches are not allowed on the fields during the game. Two coaches per team may remain between the fields for tactical direction.

Players can use a throw-in or a kick-in to bring ball into play. Second/third attempts are allowed. On third attempt, a kick-in is advised.

Parents/spectators will not be allowed between fields.

No jewelry, hard casts, or baseball cleats are allowed.  (If player states that six week waiting period is not met - earrings may be taped or band aided)

If a player is bleeding, they must leave the field of play until bleeding has stopped.

Players and coaches should shake hands after the game.

No score records are kept.

Maximum roster 10.

Under 8 Rules:

Two playing fields; 4 v 4

Size 4 ball is used.

Four 10 minute periods with 2 minute breaks between periods 1 & 2 and 3 & 4.  5 minute break between period 2 & 3

Unlimited substitutions at request of coach.

A goal can be scored directly from the kick-off or a goal kick.

All fouls & free kicks are indirect. Opponents must be at least 6 yards from the ball.

No goalkeepers are allowed. A defensive player is not to take position in the goal box.  The offensive team can not enter the goal box to kick the ball to score a goal.  The defensive team can enter the goal box only to clear the ball from the box.

Coaches are not allowed on the fields during the game. Two coaches per team may remain between the fields for tactical direction.

Players can use a throw-in or a kick-in to bring ball into play. Second/third attempts are allowed.  On third attempt, a kick-in is advised.

Goal kicks are to be taken from the goal box.

Parents/spectators will not be allowed between fields.

No jewelry, hard casts, or baseball cleats are allowed.  (If player states that six week waiting period is not met - earrings may be taped or band aided)

If a player is bleeding, they must leave the field of play until bleeding has stopped.

Players and coaches should shake hands after the game.

No score records are kept.

Maximum roster 12.

Under 10 Rules:

8 v 8 (one player is the goalkeeper)

Size 4 ball is used.

2 -25minute halves with a 5 minute half-time.

Substitutions:
Prior to throw-in in your favor
Prior to goal kick by either team
After a goal by either team
After an injury by either team
After half-time

A goal can be scored directly from the kick-off or a goal kick.

Opponents must be at least 8 yards away on free kicks and penalty kicks.

Offside will be called on U-10 beginning second week of play.

Coaches and team members should remain on their end of the field between the halfway line and the penalty box.

Parents/spectators will be positioned on the opposite side of the field from their team. Both teams will be on the same side of the field.

If no linesmen are scheduled, the center can call the game alone or request assistance on calling the ball "in and out" of play by a parent/spectator of each team.

No jewelry, hard casts, or baseball cleats are allowed.  (If player states that six week waiting period is not met - earrings may be taped or band aided)

If a player is bleeding, they must leave the field of play until bleeding has stopped.

Players and coaches should shake hands after the game.

Maximum roster 12.