C Division Rules
Field Size All C Division games should be played on approximately 1/4 of a full field.
Players Games should be played with 8 players, including the goalkeeper. Short-sided games can be played if necessary, the coaches should discuss and agree in advance as to the numbers of players to be on the field. In all cases the number of players should be equal. One coach is permitted to be on the field for instruction and encouragement.
Games Each game is to be played within the span of one hour. To maximize your playing time, you should warm-up your team on the side lines prior to the appointed game time. To facilitate substitutions, quarters will be played. The length of the quarters should be approximately 12 minutes but actual play will depend on starting times. Remember, you have to be off the field ON THE HOUR.
Substitutions You may only substitute when your team has possession on a throw-in, corner kick. or goal kick. You must get the consent of the referee prior to making substitutions.
Throw-in Players are allowed two attempts to make a legal throw-in. Both hands must leave the ball at the same time, both feet must be on the ground when the ball is released, and the ball must pass directly over the head of the throwing player. If the referee deems the second throw-in illegal, it is turned over to the opposing team.
Corner Kick Two attempts are allowed. If kicked out of bounds on the second try, it becomes a goal kick for the opposing team.
Goal Kick Players must move outside of the penalty box. The ball cannot be touched by another player until it clears the penalty box.
Penalty Kicks All fouls that occur are Indirect Free Kicks. An IFK must touch another player prior to entering the goal in order to be a valid goal. If no touch occurs, it is a goal kick for the opposition. Opposing players must be 10 yards back from the IFK.
Offsides C Division does not play with the offside rule.
Heading Heading the ball at this level is not permitted.
Slide Tackle NOT PERMITTED at this level.
Drop Balls There are no drop ball face-offs at this level.
Fighting or Other Inappropriate Behavior Remove the child from the field for the balance of the game. Review the rules of sportsmanship with the child. Emphasize that a second incident will result in their suspension for the balance of the season. Coaches must be vigilant in enforcing the tenants of good sportsmanship.
Equipment SHIN GUARDS ARE MANDATORY. Coaches must check players prior to games. Goalies must wear the helmet. Mouth guard for keepers is optional. Cleats are recommended, but they are optional.
Spectators We ask that spectators stay away from the end lines (behind the goals) and the team area if possible. There will be no fighting, smoking, or other inappropriate behavior tolerated towards participants, coaches, referees, or other spectators.For questions concerning these rules, please contact the PBYS Club.
Players Games should be played with 8 players, including the goalkeeper. Short-sided games can be played if necessary, the coaches should discuss and agree in advance as to the numbers of players to be on the field. In all cases the number of players should be equal. One coach is permitted to be on the field for instruction and encouragement.
Games Each game is to be played within the span of one hour. To maximize your playing time, you should warm-up your team on the side lines prior to the appointed game time. To facilitate substitutions, quarters will be played. The length of the quarters should be approximately 12 minutes but actual play will depend on starting times. Remember, you have to be off the field ON THE HOUR.
Substitutions You may only substitute when your team has possession on a throw-in, corner kick. or goal kick. You must get the consent of the referee prior to making substitutions.
Throw-in Players are allowed two attempts to make a legal throw-in. Both hands must leave the ball at the same time, both feet must be on the ground when the ball is released, and the ball must pass directly over the head of the throwing player. If the referee deems the second throw-in illegal, it is turned over to the opposing team.
Corner Kick Two attempts are allowed. If kicked out of bounds on the second try, it becomes a goal kick for the opposing team.
Goal Kick Players must move outside of the penalty box. The ball cannot be touched by another player until it clears the penalty box.
Penalty Kicks All fouls that occur are Indirect Free Kicks. An IFK must touch another player prior to entering the goal in order to be a valid goal. If no touch occurs, it is a goal kick for the opposition. Opposing players must be 10 yards back from the IFK.
Offsides C Division does not play with the offside rule.
Heading Heading the ball at this level is not permitted.
Slide Tackle NOT PERMITTED at this level.
Drop Balls There are no drop ball face-offs at this level.
Fighting or Other Inappropriate Behavior Remove the child from the field for the balance of the game. Review the rules of sportsmanship with the child. Emphasize that a second incident will result in their suspension for the balance of the season. Coaches must be vigilant in enforcing the tenants of good sportsmanship.
Equipment SHIN GUARDS ARE MANDATORY. Coaches must check players prior to games. Goalies must wear the helmet. Mouth guard for keepers is optional. Cleats are recommended, but they are optional.
Spectators We ask that spectators stay away from the end lines (behind the goals) and the team area if possible. There will be no fighting, smoking, or other inappropriate behavior tolerated towards participants, coaches, referees, or other spectators.For questions concerning these rules, please contact the PBYS Club.
