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Recreation League

 

 

 

2004

 

 

Handbook

 

 

     

 

 

 

 

Contents

 

I. ADMINISTRATION

 

A. Mission Statement                                                                                     3         

B. Objectives of Recreation League                                                              3

C. Code of Conduct                                                                                       3

D. Conflict Resolution                                                                                    3

E. Administrative Organization                                                                      4         

 

II. RECREATION LEAGUE ORGANIZATION

 

A. Leagues, Age Group, Birthrates                                                                5

B. Roster Assignment                                                                                    5         

C. Duration of Match                                                                                      5

D. Referees                                                                                                    5

E. Rain Games                                                                                              6

F. Game Participation                                                                                    6

G. Number of Players Per Team                                                                   6

H. Substitutions                                                                                              6

I. Players' Equipment                                                                                     6

J. Official Representation                                                                               6

K. Game Equipment                                                                                      6

L. Field of Play                                                                                                7

M. Team Area                                                                                                 7

N. Spectators' Area                                                                                        7

O. Coaches' and Spectators' Code of Conduct and Duties                         7         


III. RULES OF THE GAME

 

A. Start of Play                                                                                               7

B. Ball Out of Play                                                                                          8

C. Method of Scoring                                                                                     8

D. Off Side                                                                                                     8

E. Fouls and Misconduct                                                                               8

F. Free Kicks                                                                                                  8

G. Penalty Kicks                                                                                             9

H. Throw-lns                                                                                                   9

I. Goal Kick                                                                                                     9

J. Corner Kick                                                                                                9         

K. Miscellaneous                                                                                            9

 

IV. COACH AND MANAGER RESPONSIBILITIES                                                10


A.  Coach and Manager Signature Page                                                       11

      (Return to Community Coordinator)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

     
CHENANGO SOCCER CHARGERS RECREATION LEAGUE HANDBOOK

 

l. ADMINISTRATION

 

A. MISSION STATEMENT

 

 

It is the mission of the SAY Soccer Association (SAY) and the Chenango Soccer Club to foster the physical, mental, and emotional growth and development of America's youth through the sport of soccer at all levels of age and competition.

 

B. OBJECTIVES OF THE RECREATION LEAGUE

 

Develop soccer skills and promote leadership for the players, coaches, and referees.

 

C. CODE OF CONDUCT

 

The Chenango Recreational Soccer League is based on the objective of providing the youth of the general Chenango County area with the opportunity to acquire and develop skills. These skills, as well as the individual growth of players, must be nurtured in an environment which is free of confrontation, unsporting behavior, and verbal and physical abuse among spectators, match participants, and match officials.

 

Players are expected to perform in a manner consistent with the principals of sporting behavior. Coaches and spectators should act in a manner that reinforces this concept. While aggressive play should not be discouraged, physical and/or verbal abuse of opponents will not be allowed. Verbal or gesticulator dissent with referee's decisions will not be tolerated.

 

Coaches, parents, and spectators must also show respect toward referee's decisions. While one cannot expect all referee calls to be accepted without reservation, loud or abusive dissent is unwarranted and reprehensible.

 

Under no circumstances should a player, parent, or spectator come onto the field unless invited by the referee. The same level of constraint should be observed after the match is over. Parents and spectators should be made aware that the coach is responsible for their actions on the sideline and he/she can be cautioned, sent off the field, or suspended from future matches for THEIR misbehavior.

 

D. CONFLICT RESOLUTION

 

Parents who have issues concerning their child playing in the Chenango Soccer Club Recreation League must use the following recourse to solve the situation. Step 1 - discuss the issue with your child's coach. Step 2 - If the situation is not dealt with to your satisfaction contact you Community Coordinator next. Step 3 - If the issue is still unresolved the Recreation League Coordinator should be contacted to mediate the situation.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


E.  ADMINISTRATIVE ORGANIZATION

 

1. Chenango Soccer Club Officers:

 

President:  Phil Metzger, 120 Thompson Creek Rd. Norwich, NY 13815 (607) 334-2407 (H)

 

Vice President:  Michael Marso, Box 455, Earlville, NY 13332 (315) 691-3822

 

Treasurer: Barb Spalholz, 378 Bracket Rd., Bainbridge, NY  (607) 967-8775

 

Rec. League Coordinator: Phil Metzger, 120 Thompson Creek Rd. Norwich, NY 13815

                                           (607) 334-2407 (H) (607) 334-4715

 

2.      Chenango Soccer Club Recreation League Community Coordinators

 

Recreation League President:  John Lorence, 3351 State Highway 8, S. New Berlin, NY 13843

 

Bainbridge-Guilford:  Bill Butcher, 9 Front Street, Bainbridge, NY (607) 967-4716

 

Norwich:  Bob Conron, 11 Tillman Ave. Norwich, NY, 13815 334-6741 (H)

 

Gilbertsville-Mt. Upton:   John Hill, 561 Hill Road, So. New Berlin, NY  13843 (607)783-2388

 

Otselic Valley:  Greg Ashton, 2456 St Hwy 23, So. Plymouth, NY  13844 (607) 334-7784

 

Oxford:  Bill Golden, P. O. Box 126, Oxford, NY  13830  (607) 843-7107

 

New Berlin:  Keith Wilcox, P. O. Box 119, New Berlin, NY 13411 (607) 847-6312

 

Sherburne - Earlville:  Rich Lathrop, PO Box 151, Earlville, NY 13332  (315)691-6408

 

South New Berlin:  Nadine Lorence, 3351 St Hwy 8, S. New Berlin, NY 13843 (607) 859-2338

                             

 

3. Medical Release Forms

 

Coaches or managers must have in their possession at all games and practices a medical

release form for each player. It is suggested that it be notarized; though it is not mandatory.

 

4. Insurance

 

Insurance is provided by the East New York Regional Soccer Association through the Midstate NY Soccer League.

 

5. Coaches' Code of Ethics Pledge

 

·    I hereby pledge to live up to the Chenango Soccer Club Recreation League Code of Ethics.

·     I will place the emotional and physical well-being of my players ahead of any personal desire to win.

·     I will remember to treat each player as an individual, remembering the large spread of

      emotional and physical development for the same age group.

·     I will do my very best to provide a safe play situation for my players.

·     I will insure that I am knowledgeable in the of soccer and that I will teach the rules to my

      players to the best of my ability.

·     I will use those coaching techniques appropriate for each of the skills that I teach.

 

 

 

·     I will remember that I am a youth coach and that the fame is for the children and not adults.

·     I will do my best to organize practices that are fun and challenging for all my players.

·     I will lead by example, demonstrating fair play and sportsmanship to all my players

 

II. RECREATION LEAGUE ORGANIZATION

 

A. LEAGUES, AGE GROUPS, BIRTH DATES

 

Age divisions shall compromise players, male and female, who are, before the 1st day of August of the current season:

 

Under 6 (U6)

Under 8 (U8)

Under 10 (U10)

Under 12 (U12) - May play at age 13 only if not eligible to play modified sports.

 

Players must submit a copy of their birth certificate to their Community Coordinator before they are eligible to play. (Copies will be filed and not resumed)

 

             Playing Up:

 

         In order for a player to “play up" into the next age division, the player's parents

        must submit a written request to the Community Coordinator. A player may

         play up only one age group.

 

B. ROSTER ASSIGNMENT:

 

All players must register through their Community Coordinator to the Recreation League Coordinator, by age, each year. All players who meet the registration deadline will be assigned to a team. Late applicants are not guaranteed a position. Applications will not be accepted after September 6. Each coach will be issued a roster with player's name, address, date of birth, and telephone number.

 

C. DURATION OF MATCH

 

        Under 6 - four 6-minute quarters

Under 8 - four 8-minute quarters

Under 10 - four 10-minute quarters

Under 12 - four 12-minute quarters

 

All matches shall have a maximum of five minutes at half time. There shall be on time-outs, even for injury. (The referee may stop play, but nominally this will not stop the match clock.) The time may be extended only at the referee's discretion. Coaches are allowed on field only when referee has stopped play for injury and has signaled the coach that he/she may enter the field.

 

D. REFEREES:

 

There shall be one referee for under 8 and 10 and two for Under 12. We desire to develop student/adult referees and the League encourages their participation. Selection of referees will not be the sole responsibility of the Community Coordinators. In the event a referee is not present at a League match, the coach of each participating team shall referee one half of the match; (the halves to be selected by mutual consent), or by a person agreed upon by both coaches. Both coaches will agree at the field of play as to whether or not the begin the match based upon judgment of the condition of the field of play, the weather, and any other factors considered pertinent.

 

 

 

E. RAIN GAMES

 

In case of extreme weather conditions it will be the decision of the home team coach to call off a match. This decision must be made allowing ample time for the visiting team coach to notify his/her players. If a match is stopped before the end of the first half, the coaches will schedule a make-up game. If a match is stopped after the first half, it will be considered a complete match. Postponed matches may be re-scheduled at the discretion of the coaches.

 

F. GAME PARTICIPATION

 

It is mandatory that all players will play a minimum of one-half the match unless declared ineligible by the referee. In addition, players must be rotated forward and back, not sideways only, to ensure they play more than one position. Coaches may deviate from the playing one-half match rule for individual players under extenuating circumstances, but must indicate any deviation to the opposing coach.

 

G. NUMBER OF PLAYERS PER TEAM:

 

1. It is recommended that Under-8 and Under-10 divisions have a minimum of 10 players and the

    Under-12 division has a minimum of 14 players.

 

2. The maximum number of players on the playing field during the match is as follows:

 

                 U  6 - 7 Players                                     U  8  -   7 Players   

 

                 U10 - 7 Players                                    U12  - 11 Players

 

H. SUBSTITUTION

 

Free substitution is allowed. A coach may substitute any player at any time during the match with the understanding that all players will play a minimum of one-half of the match.

 

I.  PLAYERS' EQUIPMENT

 

Uniforms shall consist of shorts and shirts with numbers on the back for all players. A player may wear sweat pants, if desired. The goalkeeper shall wear a different color shirt, which will distinguish him/her from both teams' players and from the referee. Mouthpieces and helmets are required for goalkeepers while playing in the goal. Knee and elbow pads are recommended for goalkeepers.  Shin guards are required for all players and should be covered.  Players must wear either molded cleats or sneakers. No metal cleats are allowed. No jewelry or other items may be worn by any player during a match. No casts, hats, and wristbands will be worn during any match. Eyeglasses can be worn but should be secured by a head strap. Approved eye protectors may be worn by any player.  A mouthpiece is strongly recommended for all players.

 

J. OFFICIAL REPRESENTATION

 

Each team shall be represent at the field of plat by a coach or assistant coach or a parent appointed in his/her place, for the duration of the match. A team not so represented shall forfeit the match.

 

K. GAME EQUIPMENT

 

League ball size is as follows: No. 3 or 4 balls Under 6 and 8 No. 4 ball Under 10 and 12 Game

balls are furnished by the home team.

 

 

L. FIELD OF PLAY

 

It is recommended that the field of play be at least: Under 8 and Under 10 field - 40 yards by 70 yards Under 12 - 50 yards by 100 yards.

 

The goal dimensions for all divisions are based on U.S.S.F. Regulations. Under 12 goals will be 8'x

24'. It may be smaller for the under 8 and 10 age groups (e.g. 6' x 12').

 

M. TEAM AREA

 

The “team" side of the field shall be divided into two equal team areas, separated by the mid-field line. Each coach is responsible for keeping him/herself, coaching assistants and reserve players within their respective team area during the match.

 

N. SPECTATORS' AREA

 

The spectator area will be the side of the field directly opposite the teams. Spectators are not allowed on the players' side of the field. No spectator shall be allowed on the field of play during the match. The referee shall halt the match, if necessary, to enforce this rule. The coach shall be held responsible for the conduct of his/her teams' spectators. Spectators must be not less than three yards from the touchline.

 

O. COACHES' AND SPECTATORS' CODE OF CONDUCT AND DUTIES

 

·     Harassing the Goalkeeper When the goalkeeper has taken possession of the ball within the penalty (e.g. has both hands on the ball), he/she must have an opportunity to go forward. This applies to all age groups.

·     Conduct and Unsporting behavior In the case of a player ejected from a match for any reason, the team shall not play the remainder of the match with one less player. Coaches must inform all players and assistant coaches not to comment on officiating. Coaches, players, or spectators are not allowed on the field to protest a judgment call by the official.

·     The use of tobacco or alcohol in any form by players or adults in the bench area or on the playing field is not permitted.

·     Penalties: Coaches, players, and spectators will be ejected from a game(s) or practice(s) temporarily or permanently for (a) using abusing or foul language; (b) continually arguing about calls or reflecting upon the integrity of a referee or coach; (c) approaching a referee in an abusive manner; (d) participating in a fight. Complaints received concerning a coach's conduct may result in his/her being monitored by Chenango Soccer Club to determine appropriate action. The referee may stop play to request that the respective coach instruct a spectator to refrain from harassing the referee or have the coach instruct a spectator to leave the playing field vicinity.

 

III. RULES OF THE GAME

 

A. START OF PLAY

 

The visiting team shall choose to kickoff or which goal to defend. When the visiting team has chosen either to kick or defend, the home team shall take whichever is left at the start of the second half. Teams will exchange goals and who kicks off. Opponents must be ten yards from the center mark while the kickoff is in progress. A goal may be scored directly from the kick off.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

B. BALL OUT OF PLAY

 

When the whole of the ball has crossed the touch line, goal line, or has been whistled dead by the

 

C. METHOD OF SCORING

 

The entire ball must cross the goal line between the goal posts. Final scores will not be recorded.

League standings will not be recorded.

 

D. OFF SIDE

 

For Under 8 and 10, there shall be no off side; however, no player may remain inside their opponent's general goal area unless the ball is also inside or in the vicinity of the goal area. At the referee's discretion, a penalty may be assessed as an indirect free kick from the spot of infraction and the opposing team will be at least 10 yards from the spot of the kick. The referees are instructed to pay strict attention to this rule.

 

E. FOULS AND MISCONDUCT

 

It is a foul if a player intentionally commits any of the following offenses:

 

1. Trips, or attempts to trip, an opponent, (e.g. throwing or attempting to throw him/her by the use of the legs or by stooping in front of or behind him/her).

2. Kicks, or attempts to kick, an opponent.

3. Jumps at an opponent.

4. Charges an opponent.

5. Strikes, or attempts to strike, an opponent or spits at him/her.

6. Holds an opponent.

7. Pushes an opponent.

8. Intentionally handles the ball. (E.g. carries, strikes, or propels the ball with hand or arm) This does not apply to the goalkeeper.  These fouls will result free kick with the opponent ten yards away. All direct free kicks will be taken outside the penalty box nearest the point of the infraction. The referee should explain all infractions to the offending players.

9. Playing in a manner considered by the referee to be dangerous (e.g. attempting to kick the ball while held by the goalkeeper). When a player has fallen down and attempts to kick the ball or does not try to regain their feet.

10. When not playing the ball but intentionally obstructing an opponent (e.g. running between the opponent while he/she is taking a free kick or interposing the body so as to form an obstacle to an opponent).

11. Charging (e.g. with the shoulder, when the ball is not within playing distance of the payer concerned and they are definitely not trying to play the ball).

12. Prevents the goalkeeper from releasing the ball.

13.  ABSOLUTELY NO SLIDETACKELING!

 

These fouls will result in an indirect free kick with the opponent ten yards away. All indirect free kicks will be taken outside the penalty box nearest the point of the infraction. The referee should explain all infractions to the offending players.

 

F. FREE KICKS

 

1. Shall be classified under two headings - DIRECT and INDIRECT.

2. A goal may be scored off a DIRECT kick, but may not be scored off an INDIRECT kick until the ball has been played or touched by a second payer of either team.

3. No free kicks shall be taken by the attacking team within the defending team's penalty box.

4. If a player or the opposing team encroaches within ten yards of the ball before a free kick is taken, the referee shall delay the taking of the kick until the rule is complied with.

 

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5. The ball must be stationary when the kick is taken; the kicker shall not play the ball a second time.

This includes the start of the match and the re-start after a goal is scored. Punishment for this infringement is an indirect free kick and will be awarded the opposing team at the point the infringement is committed.

 

G. PENALTY KICKS

 

No penalty kicks are to be taken for Under 8 and 10 age groups.

 

H. THROW-INS

 

When the whole of the ball passes over the touch line, ether in the air or on the ground, it shall be thrown in from the point where it crossed the line, in any direction, by a player of the team opposite to that of the player who last touched it. The thrower, at the moment of delivering the ball, must face the field of play and part of each foot shall be either on the touchline or on the ground outside the touchline. The thrower shall use both hands equally and shall deliver the ball from behind and over the head. The ball shall be in play after it enters the field of play, but the thrower shall not again play the ball until it has been touched or played by another player. A goal shall not be scored directly from a throw-in. A second throw in must be allowed if a player commits a foul on the initial attempt. The referee shall explain the proper method before allowing the player to re-throw. Only one additional throw-in is allowed. If a player fails to execute the throw-in properly the second time, the ball then goes to the other team.

 

I. GOAL KICK

 

When the whole of the ball passes over the goal line, excluding the position between the