⚽ LUSD Intramural Soccer League Rules 🟢 Program Type Non-Competitive Recreational League (Focused on participation, development, and sportsmanship) 🏟️ Game Format 7v7 9v9 Minimum 5 players to start Two halves: 18 minutes each Halftime: 5 minutes Running clock ⚽ Gameplay Rules Kickoff to start each half and after goals Throw-ins (no kick-ins) No offside Goalkeeper allowed 🔄 Substitutions Substitutions on the fly (no stoppage required) Subbing player must be off before replacement enters Coaches ensure safe and fair substitutions Equal playing time encouraged 🚫 Fouls & Safety No slide tackling No wall contact (safety rule) No pushing, tripping, or dangerous play Free kicks awarded 🟨 Discipline Yellow Card = Warning 2minutes off field, another player cannot enter. Red Card = Player removed from game 🧢 Equipment Shin guards required Indoor/turf shoes only (no cleats) can use sneakers No jewelry allowed Team pinnies/uniforms required 🤝 Sportsmanship Rule Respect all players, coaches, and officials If a team is ahead by 15 goals, sportsmanship rules apply. Goals will not count if up by 15 goals. Focus on development 🏆 Standings Win = 3 points Tie = 1 point Loss = 0 points Tie-breakers: Goal difference Goals scored Head-to-head 🏁 Playoffs Top teams advance If tied: 5 penalty kicks each Then sudden death ✅ League Focus Participation • Development • Sportsmanship