Rules and Regulations
Referees and Assistant Referees: Only USSF registered referees will be used
The Jamboree will follow modified FIFA guidelines except as modified herein.
Number of Players: U10 teams will play 6 a side including the goalie. U12 will play 7 a side including the goalie. U14 will play 8 a side including the goalie.
Game Duration:
Rosters/Borrowing Players: Borrowing players from other teams are not permitted. Players “playing up” a division must be within 2 years of the age of that division. Players may not “play down a division. Teams will be required to submit two finalized official rosters at the beginning of the Jamboree during check-in, and only those players listed on the roster may play on that team. Roster maximum numbers:
U10: 12 players U12: 12 players U14: 14 players
(Note: the intent of this provision is to prevent teams from “padding” their team with the best players from eliminated teams as the Jamboree progresses. As long as a player is listed on the roster of a single team within a division, prior to the start of the Jamboree, they will be able to play, even if they are not able to play in every game. We shall provide medals based on the maximum roster, teams that show up with more players may not receive one for each player.)
Everyone Plays: Every player present at the Jamboree should play at least a half of a game.
Size of field: Games will be short sided games. Fields used will be at the discretion of the field coordinators in Ashland and Washburn.
Slide Tackle: Slide tackle is allowed for all age-levels. If it is done in a dangerous manner, the referee will award a direct or indirect free kick depending on the circumstances of the play.
Offside: No offside in U10. (Referees will be advised to disallow goals that occur if gross intentional offside situations occur – such as an attacker standing in the goal area, well in advance of play) Referees will be enforcing the offside rule at U12 and U14.
Late teams: Games will start as scheduled. A 10-minute grace period will be allowed for late teams, and then the game will be forfeited. If a game starts late, it will be shortened by half of the late time. Forfeited games will be recorded as a 1-0 win for the team that is present.
Jamboree format: The first round will consist of pool play. A point system will be used to determine advancement to the finals: 3 points for a win and 1 point for a tie. The top 4 or 8 teams for U10 and U12 pool play will advance to single elimination finals round play. The top 4 teams of U14 boys and U14 girls will advance to final round play. This Jamboree format is subject to change based upon the number of teams that enter at each division.
Game Reports: At the conclusion of a game, referees will present the game report to the coach of each team for verification. Coaches are asked to review the game report and sign it. In the event of a disputed game report, that cannot be resolved in a civil manner at game end, the report will be presented to the site coordinator for resolution. Game reports signed by both coaches are the final and absolute record of the match.
Tie breaker system:
1st Head to head competition.
2nd Goal differential (NOTE: no more than +3 goals per game will be awarded)
3rd Total number of goals scored.
4th Total number of goals allowed.
5th Coin Toss.
Playoff and Championship Tie Breaker:
1. The referee chooses the goal at which the kicks will be taken.
2. The referee tosses a coin and the team whose captain wins the toss decides whether to take the first or the second kick
3. The referee keeps a record of the kicks being taken.
4. Subject to the conditions explained below, both teams take five kicks
5. The kicks are taken alternately by the teams.
6. If, before both teams have taken five kicks, one has scored more goals than the other could score, even if it were to complete its five kicks, no more kicks are taken.
7. If, after both teams have taken five kicks, both have scored the same number of goals, or have not scored any goals, kicks continue to be taken in the same order until one team has scored a goal more than the other from the same number of kicks.
8. Only players who are on the field of play at the end of the match, which includes extra time where appropriate, are allowed to take kicks from the penalty mark.
9. Each kick is taken by different players and all eligible players must take a kick before any player can take a second kick.
Forfeits will count as a 1-0 win for the team that was present and a 1-0 loss for the team that did not show.
Good Sportsmanship: This is a youth soccer Jamboree and we strongly require coaches, players, and spectators to adhere to a strict zero tolerance policy for disruptive behavior. Any person using any method, verbal, physical, or otherwise in manner not consistent with Fair Play and the Spirit of the Game will be asked to leave the complex. Any such ejection will cause the team from which said person is associated to lose one point in the standing and may subject said individual from being prohibited from attending future games. Simply put, let’s encourage the players to put their best performance and the let the officials, volunteers, and others associated with the Jamboree strive to do their best as well. Verbal assaults and negative comments directed to others simply will not be tolerated.
Positive Coaching: Please keep the sidelines positive, encouraging, and instructional. This Jamboree is for the kids to have fun in a supportive family environment. Coaches, referees, and parents need to work together as a team to make sure our players go home with a smile on their face and joy in their heart.
Bench Personnel/Spectators: Only those persons named on the team roster may be in the bench area or on the side of the field where the teams sit. Each team is allowed one coach and two assistant coaches on the roster. Spectators and parents must sit on the opposite side of the field as the team benches.
Phone numbers: The number of the phone at the Ashland Jamboree Information Booth is (715) 292-7303. The number for the Washburn field is (715) 373-0879.
- In matters concerning the conduct of games, the referee’s decision is final. Protests will not be allowed.
- Questions about player eligibility must e made prior to the beginning of a game.
- In all other matters concerning the Jamboree, the site Jamboree Director’s decision is final.
The Jamboree will follow modified FIFA guidelines except as modified herein.
Number of Players: U10 teams will play 6 a side including the goalie. U12 will play 7 a side including the goalie. U14 will play 8 a side including the goalie.
Game Duration:
- U10 15 minute half, and a 5 minute half time break.
- U12 20 minute half, and a 5 minute half time break.
- U14 25 minute half, and a 5 minute half time break.
Rosters/Borrowing Players: Borrowing players from other teams are not permitted. Players “playing up” a division must be within 2 years of the age of that division. Players may not “play down a division. Teams will be required to submit two finalized official rosters at the beginning of the Jamboree during check-in, and only those players listed on the roster may play on that team. Roster maximum numbers:
U10: 12 players U12: 12 players U14: 14 players
(Note: the intent of this provision is to prevent teams from “padding” their team with the best players from eliminated teams as the Jamboree progresses. As long as a player is listed on the roster of a single team within a division, prior to the start of the Jamboree, they will be able to play, even if they are not able to play in every game. We shall provide medals based on the maximum roster, teams that show up with more players may not receive one for each player.)
Everyone Plays: Every player present at the Jamboree should play at least a half of a game.
Size of field: Games will be short sided games. Fields used will be at the discretion of the field coordinators in Ashland and Washburn.
Slide Tackle: Slide tackle is allowed for all age-levels. If it is done in a dangerous manner, the referee will award a direct or indirect free kick depending on the circumstances of the play.
Offside: No offside in U10. (Referees will be advised to disallow goals that occur if gross intentional offside situations occur – such as an attacker standing in the goal area, well in advance of play) Referees will be enforcing the offside rule at U12 and U14.
Late teams: Games will start as scheduled. A 10-minute grace period will be allowed for late teams, and then the game will be forfeited. If a game starts late, it will be shortened by half of the late time. Forfeited games will be recorded as a 1-0 win for the team that is present.
Jamboree format: The first round will consist of pool play. A point system will be used to determine advancement to the finals: 3 points for a win and 1 point for a tie. The top 4 or 8 teams for U10 and U12 pool play will advance to single elimination finals round play. The top 4 teams of U14 boys and U14 girls will advance to final round play. This Jamboree format is subject to change based upon the number of teams that enter at each division.
Game Reports: At the conclusion of a game, referees will present the game report to the coach of each team for verification. Coaches are asked to review the game report and sign it. In the event of a disputed game report, that cannot be resolved in a civil manner at game end, the report will be presented to the site coordinator for resolution. Game reports signed by both coaches are the final and absolute record of the match.
Tie breaker system:
1st Head to head competition.
2nd Goal differential (NOTE: no more than +3 goals per game will be awarded)
3rd Total number of goals scored.
4th Total number of goals allowed.
5th Coin Toss.
Playoff and Championship Tie Breaker:
1. The referee chooses the goal at which the kicks will be taken.
2. The referee tosses a coin and the team whose captain wins the toss decides whether to take the first or the second kick
3. The referee keeps a record of the kicks being taken.
4. Subject to the conditions explained below, both teams take five kicks
5. The kicks are taken alternately by the teams.
6. If, before both teams have taken five kicks, one has scored more goals than the other could score, even if it were to complete its five kicks, no more kicks are taken.
7. If, after both teams have taken five kicks, both have scored the same number of goals, or have not scored any goals, kicks continue to be taken in the same order until one team has scored a goal more than the other from the same number of kicks.
8. Only players who are on the field of play at the end of the match, which includes extra time where appropriate, are allowed to take kicks from the penalty mark.
9. Each kick is taken by different players and all eligible players must take a kick before any player can take a second kick.
Forfeits will count as a 1-0 win for the team that was present and a 1-0 loss for the team that did not show.
Good Sportsmanship: This is a youth soccer Jamboree and we strongly require coaches, players, and spectators to adhere to a strict zero tolerance policy for disruptive behavior. Any person using any method, verbal, physical, or otherwise in manner not consistent with Fair Play and the Spirit of the Game will be asked to leave the complex. Any such ejection will cause the team from which said person is associated to lose one point in the standing and may subject said individual from being prohibited from attending future games. Simply put, let’s encourage the players to put their best performance and the let the officials, volunteers, and others associated with the Jamboree strive to do their best as well. Verbal assaults and negative comments directed to others simply will not be tolerated.
Positive Coaching: Please keep the sidelines positive, encouraging, and instructional. This Jamboree is for the kids to have fun in a supportive family environment. Coaches, referees, and parents need to work together as a team to make sure our players go home with a smile on their face and joy in their heart.
Bench Personnel/Spectators: Only those persons named on the team roster may be in the bench area or on the side of the field where the teams sit. Each team is allowed one coach and two assistant coaches on the roster. Spectators and parents must sit on the opposite side of the field as the team benches.
Phone numbers: The number of the phone at the Ashland Jamboree Information Booth is (715) 292-7303. The number for the Washburn field is (715) 373-0879.
