Pre-Game Requirements:

• Submit referee fees, cedulas (rosters), and league credentials before kickoff.

• Home team arrives first; visiting team sets up on the opposite side.

New Teams:

• May use permission slips for the first two games only.

• Players must present valid ID with permission slips; IDs will be returned post-game.

• Teams must be fully registered by their third game.

Match Start Time:

• 5-minute grace period allowed.

  • If a team arrives after 6 minutes and the referee is notified, the present team is awarded a 5–0 win.

  • The game will still be played.

Refusing to Play:

• Results in a 5–0 loss, a deduction of 2 points, and payment of double referee fees.

No-Shows / Same-Day Cancellations:

• Results in a 5–0 loss, payment of full referee fee plus half of the opponent's referee fee.

• In playoffs: 1–0 loss and disqualification from the second round.

Spond Cancellation Penalty:

• Canceling after being posted on Spond results in a 2–0 loss and payment of half the referee fee.

Game Length:

• 7v7 (Youth & Adult): Two 20-minute halves.

• 11v11 (Youth): Two 28-minute halves.

• 11v11 (Adult): Two 35-minute halves.

• Most games begin at 6:00 PM on weekdays and 4:00 PM on weekends.

Gameplay Rules:

• Unlimited substitutions allowed with referee permission during a stoppage.

• Throw-ins must be executed using hands.

• Goalkeepers cannot handle deliberate passes from teammates.

• Scoring: Win = 3 points, Tie = 1 point, Loss = 0 points.

• Playoffs follow an elimination format; regular season standings do not apply.

Minimum Player Count:

• 7v7: Minimum of 4 players.

• 11v11: Minimum of 7 players.

Uniform Requirements:

• All players must wear matching jerseys and shorts, including stripes.

• Each team must have one set of uniforms and one set of bibs with non-repeating numbers, including goalie.

• Sweaters or pants under uniforms are permitted.

Equipment:

• Each team must bring a game ball.

• Teams responsible for setting up or collecting goals (first or last games of the day) will be fined $25 if not completed.

Formal Reports:

• Violations related to uniforms, age, roster, ID, or unregistered players incur a $10 fee ($20 during playoffs).

• Reports concerning sock color, number color, or logos are not considered valid.

Tardy Reports:

• Must be submitted by Tuesday with proof.

• Valid reports result in a 2–0 win (regular season) or 1–0 win (playoffs).

Fines:

• Trash left behind: $25 fine.

• Failure to return or set up goals: $25 fine.

• Missing a league meeting: Deduction of 2 points.

• Refusing to play: 5–0 loss, deduction of 2 points, and payment of double referee fees.

• Use of unregistered or suspended players (Cachirul):

  • 1st offense: $25 fine and suspension.

  • 2nd offense: $50 fine and suspension.

  • 3rd offense: $100 fine and one-year suspension.

Note: All fines and fees are non-refundable.

Yellow Card Penalty:

• Player must sit out for 3 minutes; substitutions are allowed.

• In 7v7, if the goalkeeper receives a yellow card, a field player must substitute off instead.

Code of Conduct:

• No players or fans are allowed behind the goals.

• Only coaches may communicate with the referee, and must do so respectfully.

• Coaches are responsible for the behavior of their players and fans.

• No insults, food, gum, or drinks (other than water) are allowed on synthetic/turf fields.

• Photos or videos may be used to support disciplinary decisions.

Youth Players:

• Permit: $5 with ID, $10 without ID.

• Registration: $35.

• Must provide two photos and one of the following: birth certificate, California ID with date of birth, or passport.

Adult Players:

• Permit: $5.

• Registration: $20–$25.

• Must provide two photos.

Minors Under 16:

• Must submit parent or guardian documentation as per youth requirements.

• If reported, original documents must be presented.

Transfers:

• Players may switch teams once per season with coach approval.

• Without coach approval, a two-week waiting period is required.

• Players cannot play on two teams in the same division.

• Players may participate in a higher division within the same club.

Finals:

• Cedulas are not required.

• Only players listed on the official league registration list may participate.

• Coaches may review all player credentials before the final match.

Playoff Enforcement:

• Violations discovered in the second leg may lead to disqualification, subject to official review.

• The final day to register new players is two weeks before playoffs.

Age Groups & Exceptions:

• All-Girls Teams: Players may be up to two years older than the division.

• Girls in Co-Ed Teams: May be one year older (up to 15 years old).

• Girls over 15 must play in the adult division.

• General meetings are held on the last Tuesday of every month at 8:00 PM.

• Failure to attend results in a deduction of 2 points from team standings.

Registration Hours:

• Tuesdays & Wednesdays: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.

• Tuesdays (for report appeals): 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.

• Monthly Meeting: Last Tuesday at 8:00 PM.

Location:
Mariscos Zamoras
3701 W McFadden Ave, Suite H
Santa Ana, CA 92704