Adult League

Rules & Regulations

At NOW Soccer Academy we follow the outlined rules below for competition. If not outlined, then we rely on the US indoor official soccer rules of competition. These rules are provided by the US Indoor Sports Association. A copy of these rules is maintained at the facility.

Policies

• Email is the primary form of communication.

• For all team issues please reach out to the League Director Norbert Webley ([email protected]), Kait McBride ([email protected]), and Katie Younanian ([email protected]).

• Team fees must be paid in full by May 29, 2026.

• Team fees are non-refundable once the schedule is released.

Team Roster Rules

• All players must have a current waiver form filled out and signed.

• All players must meet the age requirements for their division. NO EXCEPTIONS.

• For adult leagues, 18+ is the standard, we do allow 16- and 17-year-olds with a signed waiver from a parent/guardian.

• Any team using players not on the roster will forfeit the game.

• NOW Soccer Academy and the opposing team have the right to exclude any guest players.

• If a player is caught playing on multiple teams in the same division, EVERY game that player participates in will be forfeited. (Updated 05/27/2026)

• Players may only roster on one team in the same division.

• Teams may roster up to 15 players per game. Rosters allow for 20 team spots, but only 15 may be rostered each game. The additional 5 roster spots allow for you to have options when numbers are an issue. Same rules apply that these players may only roster on one team in same division.

• Teams caught using illegal players will forfeit the season.

• Guest players are NOT allowed if not on the roster.

Game Rescheduling

• Requests MUST be received no less than 72 hours prior to game time.

• Requests made within 72 hours are NOT guaranteed.

• Games are not officially rescheduled until the facility schedule reflects the change.

• Available dates/times are not guaranteed.

• Schedule changes are the sole responsibility of the team manager.

• NOW Soccer Academy will not credit team fees for games not played. NO EXCEPTIONS.

To Reschedule a Game:

Option 1: Go into your captain dashboard, select manage team, and click the "reschedule" button next to the game you are requesting be re-scheduled.

Option 2: Send an email to [email protected] with subject line: "Need to Reschedule". Include team name, date, and time of the game.

NOW Soccer Academy will email the opposing manager.

The opposing manager must reply with one of the following:

· "We agree to reschedule to date/time."

· "We agree to play as originally scheduled."

· "We reject the reschedule."

If rejected, the original non-requesting team may keep the original time slot for practice.

Game Duration & Players:

Duration

• Two 25-minute halves.

• 5-minute halftime.

• Games must begin and end on time.

• Teams not ready at scheduled time will forfeit.

Players

• Uniform required (team shirt, proper shoes — NO CLEATS).

• Shoes must be carried in.

• Shin guards are recommended but not required.

• Players choosing not to wear shin guards do so at their own risk.

• NOW Soccer Academy is not responsible for injuries.

Laws of the Game

Laws of the Game (Indoor Modifications)

FIFA Laws of the Game apply with the following modifications:

• Offside does not apply.

• Modified goalkeeper pass-back rule: Goalkeeper may use hands only once per possession. Ball must be touched by opposing team before hands may be used again.

• Play restarts with kick-in, corner kick, or goal kick.

• Improper goalkeeper hand use results in a direct free kick at the top of the penalty arc.

• All free kicks are direct.

• Free substitutions allowed during play.

• Player exiting must fully leave field before substitute enters.

• No four-step restriction for goalkeepers.

• Defenders must stay 10 feet from free kicks.

• Three-line air passes not allowed.

• 5 seconds to restart dead balls.

• Delay results in possession given to opponent.

• Ball touching dasher boards or overhead net is out of play.

• Minor fouls inside penalty area = direct kick from penalty arc.

• Kickoffs do not have to go forward.

• Boarding = automatic 2-minute penalty.

• Grabbing top of boards with both hands = dangerous play.

• No slide tackling.

• 5 team fouls will result in penalty kick for opponent.

• 2- or 5-minute penalties may be given at referee discretion.

• If a player receives a yellow card, that player must sub off and sit for 2 or 5 minutes at the ref's discretion. Another player IS allowed to sub on and the team WILL be allowed to play at full strength.

• If a player receives a red card, the team must play down a player for the remainder of the match. Said player will be suspended for a minimum of 1 match (refs and league director will discuss if additional suspension is required). Teams will NOT be allowed to roster a player serving a suspension.

Division Player Format

• Open Division: 6 field players + goalkeeper

• Women's Division: 6 field players + goalkeeper

• Over 40 Division: 6 field players + goalkeeper (Over 30 female players may compete in Over 40 division)

• Coed Division: 6 field players + goalkeeper (Must have at least 2 females on the field at all times)

Forfeit Policy

If a team does not appear at scheduled time:

• Opposing team must appear with enough players to receive forfeit.

• NOW Soccer Academy will not notify teams if opponent does not show.

Conduct

• Fighting will not be tolerated.

• Players involved in fights may be ejected for one week or banned.

• Any player threatening or assaulting staff or officials will be ejected and may be prosecuted.

• Teams repeatedly engaging in disruptive behavior may be removed from the league without notice or refund.

Frequently Asked Questions

How old do you have to be to play in adult league?

All adult league players must be 18+.

How are tie-breakers calculated?

- Head-to-head

- Goal Differential

- Goals Against

-Goals for

- Penalty Shootout

What kind of shoes are allowed on the field?

- Only flat bottom shoes such as indoor soccer shoes or turf shoes are allowed. Regular tennis shoes are acceptable. NO CLEATS.

What equipment is required?

- Shin Guards

- Socks must cover shin guards

- Shoes that do not have cleats/spikes

- Members of the same team must wear the same color shirts.

How do I register my team?

Registration opens in October for Winter League and April for Summer League. You can register your team here.

Refund Policy

League Play Fees – Adult and Youth League fees are not refundable but may be applied as a credit for a future session if approved by a program director. Team Fee DEPOSITS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE. We understand that things may come up and plans change, however we must build our leagues based on the number of teams and players registered and once payment is made, a spot is reserved for that paid team and so in the event they are unable to fulfill their commitment to the league or program, no refund will be given.

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