Indoor Youth Soccer Rules and Regulations
- A non-refundable team deposit of $100 for indoor leagues are due one week prior to the session start date (applied toward team fee). Deposits will be refunded ONLY if the league does not form.
- A minimum of 10 players are required on the roster.
- Leagues with fewer than three teams may be merged with age groups either one year older or younger. Managers will be notified should this be necessary.
- Space and late registration are subject to availability. Team fees are due in full after the second game.
- Salmon Creek Indoor membership is required for all players. Membership pricing: $30 individual ($60 family). Non-members and players with an expired membership are ineligible for games and cannot be on a team roster. Substitute players may purchase a $8 Temporary Day Membership instead of annual membership. All participants must have a current signed waiver, which can be completed online.
- All players for youth leagues must have parent permission/waiver signed to participate in Salmon Creek Indoor programs. No exceptions. Once you turn 18, you are an adult and can sign your own waivers and have your own account.
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.
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 Game
All games consist of two 22 minute halves with a 60-second halftime. The time between games is 2 minutes. Game clock will start even if the teams are not ready to play.
Rules To Remember
5 Goal Rule
If a team is up by 5 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 five 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.
Rules To Remember
5 Goal Rule
If a team is up by 5 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 five 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.
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Blue Card
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Yellow Card
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Red Card
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Duration of Penalty: 2 minutes
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. |
Duration of Penalty: 4 minutes
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. |
Player Penalty: Immediate ejection from the current game. Player MUST exit the building. Automatic 2 game suspension. If the player plays on multiple rosters, they will be subject to missing further games. Based on severity, the penalty will be a multiple or indefinite suspension length.
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. |