- Team Make Up:
- 7v7 = 6 field + 1 goalie per team. This can be modified to smaller if teams cannot field enough players.
- If a goalie sub cannot be found, the team can play with a “hector”
- There will also be basic first aid provided - band aids and ice packs. NO EMT ON SITE
- Game Time/Make Up:
- Each game will be 25-minute running time
- There will be a 5-minute intermission between games.
- Teams will be scheduled to play two games within a 1-hour block (two 25 min games).
- No time outs are allowed. Game clock does not stop for injuries. Time will be kept with a central horn.
- Tied games will stand - ONLY in playoffs (week 7) will there be a continuation of play until the next goal is scored.
- All games will be officiated by certified MSHSL referees, with full MSHSL rules.
- No exposed jewelry.
- Draw:
- Only one draw, to start each game.
- All goals scored after the first draw, the goalie will clear the ball with a FREE clear in the defensive half of the field.
- No free clears on saved shots. Backup rule for shots will stand (the closest player to the ball will receive possession).
- Fouls:
- No 8-meter shots
- All fouls should be played as indirect.
- If a referee deems a foul flagrant, that player will sit out for a non-releasable 1-minute penalty.
- Coaching:
- Teams may provide their own coaches if desired (MSHSL rules apply that coaches must abide by).
- Tie Breaker Rules for Playoff Seeding:
- Winning Percentage as Shown in SportsEngine Standings
- Head to Head
- Goals Allowed (Shown as GA in SportsEngine Standings)
- Goals Scored (Shown as GF in SportsEngine Standings)
- Coin Flip