Age Group Playing Rules & Helpful Hints

NCAA Playing Rules will be used with the following exceptions:

•  18 minute halves running time with last minute of each half stop time
•   Two minute half-time where teams change ends
•   One, two-minute time-out per half-does not carry over
•   35 second shot clocks for 12u and 14u division. 30 seconds for all other divisions
•   Team roster size is unlimited
•   “10” Goal Sportsmanship Rule: Teams shouldn’t beat other teams by more than 10 goals
  • A $100 fine will be assessed to the team that does not follow the 10 goal rule
  • A $100 fine will be assessed to the team if they fail to show up for a game
    
•    OT only played in championship (sudden death)
•    Red Cards one-game suspension, Flagrant Misconducts two-game suspension

 12U Novice Division Additional Modifications:

• Physical contact should be limited. Any contact is an immediate foul even if the player is holding the ball
• Remember, safety comes first!
• Ejections can be called when needed
• Teams may play with five or six field players and a goalie as long as both teams agree.
• Players can use the bottom to stabilize but not to bounce off when shooting or blocking a shot.  
• Course can be shortened to 20 yards long
• Goals are 3’ Height x 5’ Width or standard size if smaller is not available

 12U Experienced Division Additional Modifications:

• Physical contact should be limited.
• Ejection fouls should be called for impeding and physical play
• Teams play with six field players and a goalie unless otherwise agreed upon by both coaches.
• Normal goals or junior size can be used.
• Players should do their best to use only one hand to catch and throw.
• Players should limit the use of the bottom.