Tournament Rules -
2018_Soccerfest_Tournament_Rules.pdf
Tournament Schedule -
2018_U13_Girls_Soccerfest.pdf
2. PLAYING TIME AND FORMAT
a) All round robin games are 2 x 25 minutes. Semi and Final are 2 x 30 minutes.
b) 1 Group in Division: Winner and 2nd place team advance to final.
c) 2 Groups in Division: 1st place and 2nd place team of each group will advance to semi-final.
d) 3 Groups in Division: 1st place team in each group and one wild card team will advance to the semi-finals. The 2nd placed team with the best record will become a wild card team.
e) 4 Groups in Division: 1st and 2nd place team in each group will advance to the quarterfinals.
3. POINT DISTRIBUTION
a) Win: 3 points Tie: 1 point Loss: no points
4. TIE BREAKER IN STANDINGS
1. Winner of the game between the tied teams.
2. Largest goal difference (goals scored less goals scored against). A maximum of
five goals per game.
3. Largest goal average (goals scored divided by goals scored against). A maximum
of five goals per game.
4. Most wins during preliminary round.
5. Most goals scored (a maximum of five goals per game).
6. Least goals scored against.
7. Coin-toss between the tied teams.
5. TIE BREAKER IN QUARTER-, SEMI- AND FINALS
Any semi finals games that have resulted in a tied game will proceed to penalty shots under FIFA rules (five shooters).
Any final games that have resulted in a tied game will require an overtime period of 1 x 10 minute half. Penalty shots FIFA rules will decide the winner if the games are still tied after overtime.
6. BALL SIZE (BOYS AND GIRLS)
Size 5. Under 13 to Senior.
7. PLAYING EQUIPMENT
a) Each team shall have two sets of different coloured jerseys. In the event of a conflict of jersey colours, the first team (Home team) listed on the schedule shall be required to change.
b) The goaltender’s jersey must be distinct from those of their team, the opposing team and the referee.
c) Each player must wear a numbered shirt with the number assigned to the player on the team list.
d) No metal cleats, casts, or jewelry will be permitted.
e) Shin guards are mandatory.