EQUIPMENT
• In accordance with FIFA Law 4, “A player must not use equipment or wear anything which is dangerous to himself or another player.” Therefore, no prescriptions glasses are permitted, only sports goggles.
• No jewelry may be worn by any player (earrings, watches, necklaces, etc.)
• Casts or braces: the referee for each match will determine whether a player wearing an orthopedic cast or brace will
be eligible to participate.
• Shin guards must be worn by all players at all times.
• All players must have an individual number on their jersey, no duplicate numbers. • All players’ equipment is subject to referee approval.
FORFEITS
• Minimum number of players required to constitute a team is as follows: 4v4/5v5=3, 7v7=5, 9v9=5, 11v11=7. Games will commence on time if the minimum numbers of players are present. A forfeit shall be awarded if a team is not present and
prepared to play within five minutes of the scheduled start time.
• In the event of a forfeit, the winning team will be awarded a 6-0 win.
• Any team that forfeits a game may not advance to the semi-final or final round.
• Any team that forfeits a game may receive up to a three-year ban from Eclipse events, and may incur club
repercussions, as well.
SUBSTITUTIONS
• U8-U10 substitution is on the fly.
• U11 and older, substitutions shall be unlimited, but made only at the following times:
o Goal Kick – both teams.
o After a goal – both teams.
o Half time – both teams.
o At the beginning of an overtime period – both teams.
o Throw – in, both teams may sub if the team in possession of the throw is subbing, or consent of
opposing coach in an effort to allow the players to get into game.
o After a yellow card, for carded player only.
o An injured player may be substituted for at the discretion of referee. If a substitution is made for
the injured player, the opposing team may also make a “one-for-one” substitution.