Gippsland Football (Soccer)

Format:

Round Robin

Match Format:

The duration of all matches shall be:    2 x 20 min. halves, (5 min half time)

Five reserve players may be used on an interchange basis.

3 match points will be given for a win and 1 match point for a draw.

The champion team will be decided on match points.  If two teams are equal, then on whichever team won the head-to-head match between the two tied teams.  If still equal, on total goal difference for the day.  If still equal, on total goal aggregate for the day.

If still equal, then a series of penalty shots will be taken between the two tied teams.

Each penalty kick will be taken alternately by 5 different players.  The team that lost the toss will decide whether to shoot or defend first.

If still tied, a series of penalty kicks, alternately taken by different players, will be taken until a decision is reached after an even number of kicks.

Referees:

Will be provided.

Lateness Penalty:

If a team is late for the start of their match and, in the convener’s opinion, their lateness makes the draw impracticable, the team will be penalised 1 goal per each completed 10 minutes of lateness

Dress:

Players must wear matching shorts, matching shirts and matching socks.                           The goalkeeper must wear a contrasting shirt.  No jewellery is to be worn

All players must wear shin guards.

                Mouth guards are strongly recommended.

Competing Schools'

Responsibilities:

Each school is to provide one competent linesperson with a flag.

Each school must provide its own 1st aid kit; including ice packs

Equipment To Bring:

One new competition soccer ball