SAM SELECT - Soccer Association of Montgomery

1 SELECT
2 Contents
Page 3…………………….…………………………….........................................................Welcome to SELECT
Page 4…………………………………………………………………….......….League Information and Mission
Page 5……………………………………………………………………………………...Select League Structure
Page 6..………………………….…………………… ……………………………….……..…..…..Fee Structure
Page 7…………………………………………………………..….…………………………………..….Timeline
Section 2: Registration Process
Part 1: Maryland State Youth Soccer Assoc. (MSYSA) Registration – Includes step-by-step instructions for
how to register with MSYSA (Governing body of youth soccer in the state of Maryland), and includes
necessary documents for the registration process.
Part 2: SAM Registration – Includes necessary information required to register with SAM, including team
registration form and individual player waiver form.
Section 3: Coaching Requirements
Part 1: E-license – Important information regarding MSYSA and E-license courses.
Part 2: Positive Coaching Alliance (PCA) – SAM will host a PCA class before the beginning of the season. A
sample of the website can be found in this section.
Section 4: SAM SELECT Rules and CASRA (Referee) Information
Part 1: Regular Season and Playoff Rules – Vital information for SELECT participants.
Part 2: Capital Area Soccer Referees Assoc. (CASRA) – Pages taken from our referee assigning
organization.
3 Welcome to SAM SELECT
SAM SELECT, now entering it’s third season, continues to grow and support our young players and their desire to play in
a league that provides competition and positivity.
SAM is proud of the continued success of the
SELECT program, and we look forward to providing
all of our teams with the best soccer experience in the
state. We often ask coaches and parents of SELECT
teams, “what is your favorite aspect of the league?”
This is what we hear most often:
Increased Competition: Many of our teams come
from the recreation side, where the level of
competition is no longer adequate. Pairing these
teams together to create more intense, competitive
divisions help to develop player skills and interest.
Referees: SAM and CASRA team up to bring our
SELECT teams a better level of referee, and we
utilize the three referee system for our U13/14 games.
Better Administration: SAM strives to give our
coaches and managers the best in administrative
assistance. Need a change of schedule? We are here to help; issues at one of your games? Call our cell phones directly;
can we stop by and see your game? Absolutely, because you play where we work. The members of SAM are dedicated to
the overall growth of SELECT, as well as the growth of our coaches and players.
Friday Night Lights: The players love playing under the lights, and we know that coaches of multiple teams appreciate
the ability to create space on the weekends. Friday night games also give our families a chance to enjoy soccer in the
evening, while freeing up time for family activities on the weekend. It is truly an outstanding benefit that we are proud to
offer.
SAM SELECT coaches, parents and players dedicate time and effort throughout the year to the sport we love. It is the
goal of SAM to match that dedication and effort by providing you with the best possible league imaginable. We’re all in
for spring 2013… We hope you’ll join us.
Thank you,
4 League Information
Office
Address: Discovery Sports Center
18031 Central Park Circle
Boyds, MD 20841
Phone: (301) 528-1480
Fax: (301) 540-4276
General E-mail: info@samsoccer.org
League E-mail: jselwood@samsoccer.org
Website: www.samsoccer.org
Staff
Executive Director: Trish Heffelfinger - x481, trish@mdsoccerplex.org
Director of Operations: Keith Lenert - x482, klenert@mdsoccerplex.org
Programs Director: Jimmy Escobar - x487, jescobar@mdsoccerplex.org
SELECT Program Manager: Jay Selwood (Point of Contact) - x491, jselwood@mdsoccerplex.org
Financial Manager: Sadia Harris - x485, sharris@mdsoccerplex.org
Marketing, Reception: Shana Harris – shanah@mdsoccerplex.org
Hours and Information
The Discovery Sports Center, Maryland SoccerPlex and SAM Soccer are open seven (7) days a week. Regular office
hours are from 9am – 6pm Monday through Friday, and 7am – 4pm on Saturdays. League Manager Jay Selwood is
accessible by cell phone on Sunday for games.
Weather Information
You can call the weather hotline (301.528.1497), or sign up for text message field closure alerts on the SAM website.
Mission Statement
SAM SELECT is committed to providing a competitive and positive high-level soccer experience, on the worldclass facilities at the Maryland SoccerPlex.
5 SELECT League Structure
Division for Spring 2013 - Boys
U10 Boys
U11 Boys
U12 Boys
U13 Boys
U14 Boys
Division for Spring 2013 – Girls
U10 Girls
U11 Girls
U12 Girls
Age Group Verification Chart – Fall 2012 & Spring 2013
Group Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul ROSTER
U10 2002 2002 2002 2002 2002 2003 2003 2003 2003 2003 2003 2003
U11 2001 2001 2001 2001 2001 2002200220022002200220022002
U12 2000 2000 2000 2000 2000 2001 2001 2001 2001 2001 2001 2001
U13 199919991999199919992000 2000 2000 2000 2000 2000 2000
U14 199819981998199819981999199919991999199919991999
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14
14
18
18
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FIELD
BALL
SIZE
Refs
8v8
8v8
8v8
11v11
11v11
4
4
4
5
5
1
1
1
3
3
Required Adult Positions per Roster
Club Manager – Person in charge of club with multiple teams; if team is a single unit (ie., not a team within a
larger club), the “club manager” can be the coach.
Coach – Runs practices and oversees players on field, is responsible for all activities and issues on the bench
Assistant Coach – Aids the head coach in day-to-day activities
Team Manager – Aids coach and club manager in administrative duties, usually handles registration process
with SAM and MSYSA.
Team Sideline Liaison – Responsible for the conduct of parents and spectators for their respective teams
during games, and acts as representative for club when contacted to discuss issues by the league. CAN NOT be
a coach or assistant coach.
6 Fee Structure
SAM SELECT registration is a team registration, with fees varying depending on age groups:
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U10, U11 and U12 Registration Fees: $1,890.00
U13 and U14 Age groups: $2,610.00
This breaks down to $135.00 (U10-U12) and $145.00 (U13-U14) per roster spot. Figure 5 below breaks down
how a U10-U12 (one referee) player’s fees are allocated:
Fees Breakdown
2% 0%
1%
5%
10%
Background Check
11%
Clinics/Tryouts
17%
Demosphere
Equipment
27%
MSYSA Fee
Referee
27%
Scheduling
Trophy
SAM logo
Figure 1
It is similar for U13-14 divisions, only the referee percentage goes up because of three (3) referees being
assigned to one game (hence, the increase in registration). If your team registration fee is not received by
March 3rd, 2013, your team will NOT be allowed to participate in SAM SELECT.
7 Timeline
The timeline below is to serve notice to all interested parties about important dates
regarding SELECT*.
November
• Registration opens
March
• SAM Reg/payment: 3/3
• Background check complete: 3/8
• MSYSA Registration complete: 3/22
• Schedule release: 3/26 ‐
3/28
• TBD: Coaches Meeting
December
•None.
April
•Wk 1: 4/6
•Wk 2: 4/13
•Wk 3: 4/20
•Wk 4: 4/27
January
• Late in the month, SAM will hold individual player combine for coaches to scout players, date and times TBD.
May
•Wk 5: 5/4
•Wk 6: 5/11
•Wk 7: 5/18
•Memorial Day Bye: 5/25 February
• February should be used to get rosters/team information in order. Contact the Maryland SoccerPlex for field rental information for tryouts.
June
•Wk 8: 6/1
•Mid‐Atlantic Cup ‐ 6/8 and 6/9 open to SAM SELECT teams
.
8 Section 2: Registration Process
Part 1:
Maryland State Youth Soccer Association
(Please visit www.msysa.org for more information)
How to Register with MSYSA* Step 1a: Adult Registration – Background Check Required for all SAM head coaches, assistant coaches and team managers, unless you have completed one within the last calendar year
Go to http://www.ncsisafe.com/default.aspx
On the left‐hand side, in the gold‐
yellowish box, click on “Background Screening Self Registration”
Enter your self registration ID number which is 48067552 (this is the account number for SAM)
Follow all directions after entering that number ‐ It is imperative that all information is entered completely and accurately
*If using a Mac, only Mozilla Firefox is compatible Step 1b: Adult Registration ‐ MSYSA Registration
www.msysa.org
Click on “Registration” on the left side of the screen
Click on “Adult Registration” on the left side of the screen
Read through instruction, "Click here to begin Adult registration"
Complete Adult Registration (must have three adults on roster) ‐ Make sure all DOB's and names are accurate‐ Primary Team Contact will get ID and Password
Step 1c – Adult Registration – To add another person: Follow "Adult Registration" steps
Type of affiliation = CLUB
Choose "SAM" or Soccer Association of Montgomery
Fill out Information, ALWAYS print a copy
Next page generates MSYSA ID/Password, which Primary Team Contact will receive
Step 2: Team Registration Completion of step 1 should shuttle you in to step 2, Team Registration
Click on the Team Registration Link
Choose SAM Club and complete information
This will only allow you to choose SAM SELECT league.
Step 3: Player Passes Access Team Management (UseID and PW received by Primary Team Contact)
Click on Build Teams
Add new Primary Player/Multi‐
rostered Players
Fill out information for each player and upload photo for each player ‐ If player born outside USA, International Clearance Mandatory (P‐12 Form)
Print player cards on USYS issued card stock (which can be picked up at SAM offices)
Step 4: What to take to the Registrar (To make the task quicker and easier for your Registrar, please arrange the paperwork in a “stack” which contains from top to bottom): New Roster (original – include page 2 if applicable ‐ plus copy)
(if applicable) Previous approved roster (original only; include page 2 if applicable)
For each team official (in roster order), paper clip the: i. US Youth Soccer card
ii. Registration form and copy
iii. Copy of E‐license for Head Coach
For each player (in roster order), paper clip the
i. US Youth Soccer card
ii. Proof of Age (ORIGINAL DOCUMENT REQUIRED 1st time)**
iii. Registration form and copy
Copy of each US Youth Soccer card printed on plain paper (do not cut apart), copies of all P‐12 forms (if necessary
**Once a player has been carded, the renewal process only requires using the previous season’s Player Pass for Proof of age Additional Information: Parent Checklist (This is the information that you will be asking from your parents) SAM Waiver Form: http://www.samsoccer.org/docs/Youth%20W
aiver%20Form%202012.pdf
MSYSA Waiver Form: http://www.msysa.org/docs/player%20registratio
n%20fprm.pdf
JPEG Headshot of player e‐mailed to team manager and/or coach
Proof of Age document given to team manager/coach
Additional documents may be required for outside tournaments, depending on your teams preferences. 9 Section 2: Registration Process
Part 2:
SAM Registration Process
(Please visit http://www.samsoccer.org/Challenge/index_E.html for more information)
Spring 2013 SAM SELECT
Registration Form
Please complete form below and return or fax with payment to:
Discovery Sports Center, 18031 Central Park Circle, Boyds, MD 20841 / Fax: 301-540-4276
Email: jselwood@mdsoccerplex.org
Age Group: U10 U11
U12
U13
U14
U15
Gender: Boys
Girls
Team Information
Club/Team Name:_______________________________________________________________________
Club Manager Name:_______________________________________________________________
Address: ________________________________________________________________________
City:__________________________________ State: __________ Zip Code: ___________________
Phone: (h) _______________________ (w):_____________________ (c):__________________________
Email:(mandatory) _____________________________________________________________________
Team Manager Name:______________________________________________________________
Address: ________________________________________________________________________
City:__________________________________ State: __________ Zip Code: ___________________
Phone: (h) _______________________ (w):_____________________ (c):__________________________
Email:(mandatory) _____________________________________________________________________
The following information is all MANDATORY
Coach’s Name: ______________________________________E-mail___________________________
Assistant’s Name: _________________________________E-mail___________________________
Team Sideline Liaison: _____________________________E-mail___________________________
Payment Information: $1,890.00 for U10-U12 teams, $2,610.00 for U13-U15 teams. Teams must submit one
payment. Cost includes all referee fees & tax.
Credit Card: (circle)
Visa
MasterCard
Discover
Card Number:________________________________ Exp. __________ Amt: _____________
V-Code: (3-digit # on back of card): _______________ Zip Code: __________________________
Signature of Card Holder:_________________________________________________________
Check: (Made Payable to SAM Soccer) Number: _______________________ Amt: _____________
Cash: All cash payments must be made in person.
* Refund Policy: Registration fee is non-refundable after March 3, 2013! However, if the Maryland SoccerPlex
cannot support the league or leagues are full, the fee will be refunded. Team registrations will not be accepted after March 3, 2013.
* Players must only be rostered & play on one team in the same league.
SAM SELECT League - Individual Player Waiver Form
Check:
Spring
Fall
Check:
Boys
Girls
All team rosters and individual players’ waivers MUST be submitted before participation.
Call 301-528-1480 if you have any questions or need directions.
Age Division: (Check)
U10
U11
U12
U13
U14
U15
Team Name: _____________________________________________________________________
Individual Player Information
Name: _______________________________________________Gender: (Check) Female Male
Mom’s Name: ________________________________Dad’s Name: __________________________
Date of Birth: _____________________________________
Address: _________________________________________________________________________
City: ____________________________________State: _____________________________Zip:____________________
Home Phone: ________________________Work Phone: ________________________Cell Phone: _________________________
Email: ___________________________________________________________________________
Emergency Contact: __________________________Phone Number: _______________________
Consent and Liability Waiver - Release of all claims (must be signed to participate)
I, ________________________________ (parent/guardian), am the parent or legal guardian of _____________________________ (minor child).
As lawful consideration for my minor child being permitted to participate in the Discovery Sports Center Indoor League, Program, Camp, Clinic or any
other activity at or through the Maryland Soccer Foundation, Discovery Sports Center or Maryland SoccerPlex. I agree that neither my minor child nor I
will make a claim against, sue, attach the property of or prosecute Maryland Soccer Foundation, Discovery Sports Center, Maryland SoccerPlex and
their agents, sponsors, building contractors, suppliers, and employees for damages for death, personal injury or property damage which my minor child
may sustain as a result of my child's participation in these sporting activities. This release is intended to discharge in advance Maryland Soccer
Foundation, Discovery Sports Center, Maryland SoccerPlex and their agents, sponsors, building contractors, suppliers, and employees from and against
any and all liability, including for negligent actions, arising out of or connected in any way with my minor child's participation in the sports league,
program, camp, clinic or any other activity except for liability that may arise out of the willful or wanton misconduct of Maryland Soccer Foundation,
Discovery Sports Center, Maryland SoccerPlex and their agents, sponsors and employees. I FURTHER UNDERSTAND THAT SPORTS INVOLVE
PHYSICAL CONTACT BETWEEN PLAYERS, THAT SERIOUS ACCIDENTS OCCASIONALLY OCCUR DURING SUCH SPORTING ACTIVITIES, AND
THAT PARTICIPANTS IN SUCH SPORTING ACTIVITIES OCCASIONALLY SUSTAIN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURIES (INCLUDING DEATH)
AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE, AS A CONSEQUENCE THEREOF. KNOWING THE RISKS OF PARTICIPATION, NEVERTHELESS, I HEREBY
AGREE THAT MY MINOR CHILD AND I ASSUME THOSE RISKS AND RELEASE AND HOLD HARMLESS MARYLAND SOCCER FOUNDATION,
DISCOVERY SPORTS CENTER, MARYLAND SOCCERPLEX AND THEIR AGENTS, SPONSORS AND EMPLOYEES WHO (THROUGH
NEGLIGENCE OR CARELESSNESS) MIGHT OTHERWISE BE LIABLE TO ME, MY MINOR CHILD (OR OUR HEIRS OR ASSIGNS) FOR DAMAGES.
I attest that I am eighteen (18) years old or older and that my child is physically fit and have no known medical conditions which prohibit participation
in this sport. My child and I agree to follow all laws, rules and guidelines regulating the conduct of the league, camp or clinic. I understand and agree
that my child and I are responsible for the mechanical and/or operating condition of any and all sporting equipment provided by my child or by me for my
child's use, and I agree that my child and I will continuously inspect and maintain all equipment used, even if we have obtained any of the equipment
from Maryland Soccer Foundation, Discovery Sports Center, Maryland SoccerPlex, their agents, sponsors and/or employees.
I HAVE CAREFULLY READ THIS AGREEMENT AND FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS CONTENTS. I AM AWARE THAT THIS IS A RELEASE OF
LIABILITY FOR MYSELF AND MY CHILD AND A CONTRACT BETWEEN MYSELF, MY CHILD AND DISCOVERY SPORTS CENTER, MARYLAND
SOCCERPLEX AND THEIR AGENTS, SPONSORS AND EMPLOYEES, AND I HAVE SIGNED IT OF MY OWN FREE WILL.
I also agree that Discovery Sports Center, Maryland SoccerPlex and their agents, sponsors and employees may use my child's photograph in future
promotions.
Parent Signature: ___________________________________________Date:_________________
Print Name: ___________________________________________________
10 Section 3: Coaching Requirements
Part 1:
E-License
(Please visit http://www.msysa.org/education-traning/MSYSACourses/573921.html for more
information)
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E License ( P lease take the time to read dow n through the
requirements for this course before clicking the registration
button.)
Introduction:
U.S. Soccer’s unveiling of the new coaching “E” curriculum will take place as of January 1st 2012. The
curriculum is designed to improve development of players in the United States, concentrating on creating more
organized, age-appropriate training sessions, developing coaching practices and creating an environment that is
fun for the players. The E course will become a license instead of a certificate based on the new curriculum.
E License
Objectives:
The E License is focused on delivering content and instructional methods relevant to coaching 9-12 year old
soccer athletes. The course is intended to be the initial license serving as a stepping-stone along the National
Course pathway.
Developmental Targets:
1. The Coach will demonstrate competency in teaching methods necessary to effectively instruct technique
and the application to the game.
2. The Coach will demonstrate the competency in organizing a complete, appropriate training session for a
soccer team in the basic stage of 9-12 years old.
3. The Coach will be familiar with the Principles of attacking and defending as applied to a small-sided
game. (3v3 to 6 v6)
There are three components to the new E License: Pre-course Independent Study, Core Course Material, and
the Practical Testing.
There is a six month waiting period after the completion of the E license before a candidate can register for the
D license.
Below is the step-by-step process each candidates needs to follow in order to register and attend the course:
Step 1
Download and print out the Candidate’s Notebook. “Click here to download Candidate’s Notebook”
The notebook provides candidates with pre-course online information along with forms for the E license course.
Candidates who prefer a Spanish version should "Click here" to be taken to the US Soccer website which has
material in Spanish.
Step 2: Online Independent Study (Pre-course)
There are three parts to the online course that M UST be completed and turned into the instructor at roll call the
first day of the course.
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2.
Assignment #1: Team Management: (Complete one of the three options from this section.)
a. Option A: : PERSONAL COACHING PHILOSOPHY
Read and Review the TEAM MANAGEMENT SECTION of this E License Guidebook.
Read and Review any or all of the REFERENCES & RESOURCES that are listed in order to
complete this assignment.
Prepare a 1-2 Page PERSONAL COACHING PHILOSOPHY that will serve as a tool for
your initial 9-12 year old Team Parent-Player Meeting. Please include: Player Development
Goals, Coaching core values, Player Expectations and Parent Expectations
b. Option B: TRAINING PLANS (2)
Read and Review the METHODS OF COACHING I and II Sections of this E License
Guidebook.
Read and Review any or all of the U.S. Soccer Curriculum that is located in PDF format on the
US. Soccer Website.
Prepare 2 full practice plans that will serve as TRAINING PLANS TO DEVELOP PASSING
AND SMALL-GROUP PLAY with your 9-12 year old team. Please Utilize the Practice Plan
Template provided in this Guidebook.
c. Option C: COACHING BEHAVIOR SELF-ANALYSIS
Read and Review the METHODS OF COACHING I and II Sections of this E License
Guidebook.
Read and Review any or all of the U.S. Soccer Curriculum that is located in PDF format on the
US. Soccer Website.
PREPARE A TWO PAGE SELF-ANALYSIS OF YOUR TEACHER-COACH
METHODS. The analysis is to be completed by recording your coaching dynamics for an
undivided 15 minute segment of 1 practice session with your team. You may have a peer
coach track your actions OR you may have your session video-taped and then analyze the tape
yourself.
PAGE 1: A reaction and summary statement regarding the data that you have collected. I.D
and describe 1-3 developmental targets.
PAGE 2: The completed COACHING BEHAVIORS tracking form (Candidate’s Notebook)
Assignment #2: Laws of the Game. (Complete both parts of this assignment.)
Part 1: Complete the US Soccer “Grade 8 Referee Course.
Complete the following modules in the course (8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15, 16, and 17), print out
the completion Certificates and then submit them at the course opening. (This assignment
will take about 60 minutes of computer time to complete.)
Link: http://www.ussoccer.com/Referees/Resource-Center/Referee-Resources/Grade8-Referee-Course.aspx
Part 2: ( MODIFIED SMALL-SIDED GAMES RULES)
Contact your local League or soccer organization to locate the modified rules of play for
the Team that you coach.
Read and Review the modifications for the following FIFA Rules #1 FIELD, #2 BALL, #3 #
PLAYERS, #5 REFEREE, #6 ASST. REFEREE, and #7 DURATION OF GAME.
PREPARE A LIST OF EACH OF THESE RULES. FOR EACH RULE WRITE A BRIEF
DESCRIPTION OF THE RULE AS IT APPLIES TO THE TEAM AND AGE DIVISION
THAT YOU COACH.
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Assignment #3: Risk Management.
Complete the “Heads Up” program and print out the certificate of completion to be turned in at
roll call.
(This assignment will take about 25 minutes of computer time to complete.)
Link: http://www.cdc.gov/concussion/HeadsUp/Training/HeadsUpConcussion.html
For coaches experiencing difficulties taking the “E” license “Heads Up” Concussion Training
Course, please contact Kelly Sarmiento
at ncipcdirinfo@cdc.gov
Step 3: Register for Two-day course and testing
Register and then attend the two-day course.
To register for one of the current courses click the button below:
Two-day course
o Core Course Material (Presented during the two day course)
o Theory Sessions: Course introduction, Methods I and II, Candidates Presentations, Planning a
Micro-Cycle, Video Analysis I, II, III
o Practical Sessions: Individual Defending & Attacking, Practice Coaching, Coaching in the
environment of Small-sided Games (3v3 to 6v6)
Step 4
Download and print out the lesson plan templates for practice and testing coaching session.
"Click here for the lesson plan template" (The same template can be found on page 33 of the Candidate’s
Notebook.)
"Click here for the Coaching Summary Sheet" (The same sheet can be found on page 34 of the Candidate’s
Notebook.)
Complete the coaching plan for the two topics listed below. Have both of them ready for the first day of the
course.
Practice and Testing coaching assignments pre-assigned based on the first letter of the candidate’s last name.
Topic session based on the
first letter of candidate’s
last name
A-B
C-D
E-F
G-H
Practice Topics
Testing Topics
Individual Defending
Individual Attacking
Goalkeeping – Throwing
distribution
Receiving air balls
Heading for defense
Heading for attack
Receiving and turning
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I-J
K-L
M-N
O-P
Q-R
S-T
U-V
W-X-Y-Z
Dribbling to penetrate
Dribble to set up the pass
Passing and combining with other
players
Shooting on goal
Receiving and turning
Heading for attack
Heading for defense
Crossing
Individual Attacking
Individual Defending
Goalkeeping – Throwing
distribution
Crossing
Receiving air balls
Dribbling to penetrate
Dribbling to set up the pass
Passing and combining with other
players
Check list for what to bring to the first day of the course:
Inflated soccer ball
Clip board and pen
Candidates should dress in order to participate in soccer activities to the best of their ability.
Water and lunch (Candidates will have 1 hour to travel off site for lunch if so desired.)
Candidate’s Notebook
Completed assignment #1
Completed assignment #2
Completed assignment #3
Practice plan
General Information:
Age requirements: Candidates must be at least 18 years of age.
M ore information about the E course can be found at US Soocer
Applicants: The minimum number of candidates for the course is 16. The maximum number of candidates is
determined by the classroom size of the facility and staffing. The course roster is set one week before the
course begins. No walk-ups or transfers will be accepted.
Fee: $85 for coaches of MSYSA teams, $100 for non-MSYSA members.
Refund Policy for M SYSA educational courses:
-There are no refunds or course transfers once the course roster is set one week prior to the course.
-Refund request prior to one week before the course will be granted only if a qualified replacement can be
found for the course.
Pre-requisite: None
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Part 2:
Positive Coaching Alliance
(Please visit: www.postivecoach.org for more information)
Double-Goal Coach® Job Description
TO:
All Coaches
DATE:
FROM:
RE:
What We Expect of You
You are the most important person in our organization. You determine the kind of experience our athletes have
with sports. We are committed to the principles of Positive Coaching. We expect our coaches to be “DoubleGoal Coaches” who want to win and help players learn “life lessons” and positive character traits from sports.
The following is what we expect from you during the coming the season.
1 Model and teach your players to Honor the Game. Teach the elements of ROOTS – Respect for: Rules,
Opponents, Officials, Teammates, and one’s Self.
• Appoint a parent to be “Culture Keeper” for the team.
• Hold a parent meeting and distribute Parent/Guardian Letter to parents to get them on board
with Honoring the Game.
• Drill Honoring the Game in practice.
• Seize teachable moments to talk with players about Honoring the Game.
2 Help players Redefine what it means to be a “Winner” in terms of Mastery, not just the Scoreboard:
• Teach players the ELM Tree of Mastery (Effort, Learning, and bouncing back from Mistakes).
• Use a “Team Mistake Ritual” (like “Flushing Mistakes”) to help players quickly rebound from mistakes.
• Reward effort, not just good outcomes. Look to recognize players for unsuccessful effort.
• Encourage players to set “Effort Goals” that are tied to how hard they try.
• Use Targeted Symbolic Rewards to reinforce effort and team play.
3 Fill your players’ Emotional Tanks.
• Use encouragement and positive reinforcement as your primary method of motivating.
• Strive to achieve the 5:1 “Magic Ratio” of 5 positive reinforcements to each
criticism/correction.
• Schedule “fun activities” for practices, so players will enjoy their sport.
• Use the “Buddy System” to teach players to fill each other’s Emotional Tanks.
• Use Player of the Day and Behavior Management Strategies to resource desirable behavior and win
cooperation from your players.
• Learn to give “Kid-Friendly Criticism” so players will be able to hear it. Criticize in private, “Ask
Permission,” use the Criticism Sandwich, avoid giving criticism in non-teachable moments.
4 Have Conversations during Team Meetings with your players at every practice and every game.
• Review Honoring the Game, the ELM Tree and the Emotional Tank throughout the season.
• Remind players about these three concepts before and after every game.
• Ask questions and encourage players to speak and contribute during team meetings.
At the end of the season we will survey your players and their parents to give you feedback on how you did at
implementing these Positive Coaching principles during the season. We will share the results with you. Thank
you for all your time and effort!
I agree
COACH SIGNATURE
DATE
12 Section 4: Rules
Part 1:
Regular Season and Playoff Rules
(Please visit: www.samsoccer.org for more information)
SELECT
AN AFFILIATE MEMBER OF MSYSA AND USYS
RULES AND REGULATIONS
Table of Contents
Preamble…………………………….2
Membership…………………………2
Team & Player Registration………...2
Birthday Chart………………………3
Numbers of the Field………………..3
Roster Size…………………………..3
Length of Game……………………..3
Ball Size……………………………..3
Number of Referees…………………3
Release & Transfer Information…….4
Rules of Play………………………4-6
Game Regulations………………..7-10
- Weather Policy..…………………8
- Score Reporting…..……………...8
Protests & Arbitrations…………10-12
Playoff Rules & Tie-Breakers…..13-14
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PREAMBLE
The rules contained herein shall govern members of this league in all instances to which they are applicable.
RULE 1 – MEMBERSHIP
Part 1. Membership - Each seasonal year, the team registrar must complete and submit to the league’s registrar
the appropriate Registration Form and any other information required. Full payment of all fees is expected at this
time.
Part 2. Renew Team’s Annual Membership - The team’s annual membership shall be renewed prior to the start
of the Fall Season, during the League’s Club and Team Registration period.
Part 3. Team’s Registration Responsibility - Each team has the responsibility to insure the proper registration of
its Players, Teams, and payment of all fees.
Part 4. Conduct - Each member team shall be responsible for the conduct of its officers, club members, managers,
team officials, Adult Supervisors (Coaches), players, and spectators both on and off the field, in all matters.
coaches and other team officials shall be subject to all rules pertaining to misconduct contained herein, including
cautions, ejection, and standard suspension. Any other individuals who may be reasonably construed as being
associated with a team such as relatives and spectators, shall also be subject to the jurisdiction and authority of this
league. Any coach or team official may be held responsible for the actions of any individual(s) at any match, that
in the opinion of the referee, is a supporter of that team.
Part 5. Authority to Suspend or Discipline - The Board of Directors and SAM SELECT Committee shall have
the right and authority to suspend or otherwise discipline any Member team and/or its officers, club members,
managers, team officials, Adult Supervisors (Coaches), players, and spectators.
RULE 2 - TEAM AND PLAYER REGISTRATION
Part 1. Eligibility - is open to all youth irrespective of race, nationality, color or religious affiliation or nonaffiliation. The League is limited to youth players. A youth player is any person other than a professional or an
amateur player.
Part 2. League’s Playing Period - September 1st through June 30th of the following calendar year is designated
as the league’s playing period. The league’s playing period will have two (2) playing seasons:
a) A Fall season of September -November
b) A Spring Season of March-June
Part 3. One Team - A player may only be registered on one SAM team at any time.
Part 4. Team Enter Commensurate with Age - A team must enter the Age Group commensurate with the
highest age of any member.
Part 5. Birth Period Correlation with the Age Group Year - August 1st through December 31st of the current
calendar year and January 1st through July 31st of the next calendar year is the Birth Year composition that
correlates with the Age Group Year.
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Part 6. Multiple Rostered Players – U10 – U12 teams may have NO MORE than 3 multiple rostered players.
U13 and U14 teams may have NO MORE than 5 multiple rostered players.
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Part 7. Age Limitation - The term “youth” shall mean an amateur player who has not attained his or her 19th
birthday prior to the first day of January of the seasonal year for which the player registers.
Part 8. Age Chart, Numbers of Field, Roster Size, Game Length, Ball Size, # of Refs
Age Divisions for fall 2012 SAM SELECT League
Age
Cannot be
born before
If born after, player is
considered “playing up”
Max on
Field/Roster
Game
Length
Ball
Size
Refs
U10
August 1, 2002
July 31, 2003
8v8
14 Roster
25 min half
4
1
U11
August 1, 2001
July 31, 2002
8v8
14 Roster
30 min half
4
1
U12
August 1, 2000
July 31, 2001
8v8
14 Roster
30 min half
4
1
U13
August 1, 1999
July 31, 2000
11v11 18 Roster
35 min half
5
3
U14
August 1, 1998
July 31, 1999
11v11 18 Roster
35 min half
5
3
U15
August 1, 1997
July 31, 1998
11v11 18 Roster
40 min half
5
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Home team provides match ball (team listed first on the schedule)
SEASONAL YEAR 2012 - 2013
September 1st, 2012 through August 31st, 2013
U-15 1997 & 1998
U-14 1998 & 1999
U-13 1999 & 2000
U-12 2000 & 2001
U-11 2001 & 2002
U-10 2002 & 2003
Part 9. Ineligible Player and/or Adult Supervisor (Coach) - A forfeit will be declared on all games in which an
ineligible player and/or adult supervisor (coach) participates. The club will be assessed a game forfeit fee of $50.00
for each game in which an ineligible player and/or coach participates. Additional sanctions may be levied against
the team at the discretion of the Board of Directors.
Part 10. False Statement - A player registration form containing a false signature or false statement will subject
the team and the team Registrar to disciplinary action as determined by the Governing Body.
RULE 3- RELEASE and TRANSFER of PLAYERS
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Part 1. Application - The provisions of this rule apply only to SAM teams in regular league competition.
Part 2. Bound to a Team - When a team roster has been approved by SAM, each player registered to a team is
bound to that team for the entire seasonal year unless the player has been voluntarily or involuntarily released (as
defined by USSF Rule 4031).
a) The player has committed a significant violation of the rules of the US Soccer Federation, the US Youth
Soccer Association, the Maryland State Youth Soccer Association, or this League, as determined by the
appropriate authority, and such authority directs the League to release the player; or,
b) Upon petition to the League Registrar by the Member Club President or Registrar citing significant
cause (such as disruptive behavior) and approval of the League Registrar.
Part 3. Limits of Transfer - A team shall be limited to three (3) transferred players per seasonal year. A transfer
shall be defined as adding a current USYS registered player to a roster or a player who returns to their original
roster. A player transferring from one team to another is considered a transfer for League and State purposes.
Part 4. Certification - The Team Roster Form on file with the League’s Administrator will constitute the
members of the team. Errors and omissions will not be accepted as valid reasons in the event of a protest or
dispute.
Part 5. Player Transferred - Any player transferred from one team to another team during the period from July
1st through August 31st (the League’s player registration period - Fall season) of any year shall be considered as a
member of the team the player has transferred to for the League’s ensuing playing period (September 1st through
June 30th). Such a player will not be considered as one of three (3) players per team permitted to be accepted by
any one team during a seasonal year (July 1st through June 30th of the following calendar year).
RULE 4 - RULES OF PLAY
All SAM sanctioned competitions shall be played in accordance with the most current FIFA Laws of the Game and
the modifications noted within these rules unless specifically accepted by authorization of the SAM Board of
Directors. It is imperative that all coaches and referees be thoroughly familiar with and abide by FIFA Laws and
these modifications.
Part 1. Overtime - There shall be no overtime periods in regular season competition.
Part 2. Players Equipment
a) Uniforms - The visiting team’s Adult Supervisor shall verify the uniform colors with the home team’s Adult
Supervisor, prior to the game date. All field players on a team shall wear similar colored jerseys, shorts, and
stockings. A legible, non-duplicating number on the back of each jersey is required. Players and substitutes shall
not change numbers or remove their jerseys prior to the completion of the game without specific permission of the
referee. The colors of a team’s jerseys may be different from the color of the team’s shorts and/or stockings. At
each game, both teams shall be able to make a change of jersey color.
If both teams are wearing similar colored jerseys, the home team shall be required to change. Goalkeepers shall
change jerseys as the referee directs, regardless of home/visitor status. All players shall have their jerseys tucked
into their shorts.
b) Shin Guards - All players shall wear shin guards at all matches. Knee-high stockings will be worn over and
shall fully cover the shin guards.
c) Safe Equipment - In addition to the authority granted to the referee under FIFA Law V to determine the safety
of a player’s equipment as defined in FIFA Law IV, the following shall not be permitted:
1) Hair control devices with any hard parts;
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2) Earrings or any other jewelry, regardless of covering.
In addition to the authority granted to the referee under FIFA Law V, the following shall be permitted:
1) A soft splint or a soft cast, provided that the match referee has determined that it is not a danger to
himself or another player;
2) A brace, joint or prosthetic device, provided that the match referee has determined that it is not a danger
to himself or another player;
3) Eyeglasses, of any type, provided that there are no sharp components and that the match referee has
determined that it is not a danger to himself or another player.
If the referee finds that a player is wearing articles not permitted by the laws or this rule, the referee shall order the
player to remove them. If a player fails to carry out the referee’s instruction, the player shall not take part in the
match. The decision of the match referee in these instances shall be final and shall not be subject to appeal.
d) SELECT Patch - All SELECT teams will wear a SAM patch on their jersey, which should be located on the
left breast of the uniform, or the sleeve.
Part 3. Severe Weather - In the event of severe weather conditions, players will be permitted to wear a track suit
or similar trousers and stockings, or other type of clothing under their team uniform.
Part 4. Goalkeeper - The Goalkeeper is permitted to wear a track suit or similar trousers and stockings or other
type of clothing in all League sanctioned activities. The Goalkeeper is also permitted to wear a vinyl foam soft
soccer helmet.
Part 5. Coaching - Instruction from the sidelines is permitted, so long as one is giving direction to one’s own team
on points of strategy, tactics and position provided that the following conditions are complied with:
a) No mechanical devices are used;
b) The tone of voice is informative and sportsmanlike;
c) No coach, substitute, or player is to be anywhere but within an area extending along his sideline, no more than
20 yards on either side of the mid-field line. No Club official, Club member, team manager, adult supervisor,
player, or spectator may enter the field of play regardless of the circumstances, unless they have been given
permission by the referee. If this is disregarded, they shall become subject to disciplinary actions by the League’s
Arbitration Board.
Part 6. Unusual Incidents or Accidents - The adult supervisor is required to report any unusual incident or
accident to his/her Division Supervisor and/or their Age Group Coordinator.
Part 7. Suspended Adult Supervisor (Coach) - Any adult supervisor who has been placed on suspension is not
permitted to participate in any manner whatsoever in the activities of the league during the suspension. The
suspended person is not permitted to be present at the site of a match or areas immediately adjacent or within sight
or sound.
Part 8. Suspended Player - A player who has been placed on suspension is not permitted to dress for any match
during the time period of his/her suspension, nor be present at the site of a match or areas immediately adjacent.
Part 9. Field of Play - The field of play shall conform to FIFA Law I, except that in the Under 12 and younger age
divisions:
a) The length of the field shall be not more than 80 yards nor less than 70 yards, and the width shall be not more
than 50 yards nor less than 40 yards;
b) The center circle shall be 8 yards in radius;
c) The goal area shall extend 6 yards beyond each goal post and 6 yards into the field;
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d) The penalty area shall extend 14 yards beyond each goal post and 14 yards into the field;
e) Within the penalty area a penalty mark is made 8 yards from the midpoint between the goalposts and equidistant
to them. An arc of a circle with a radius of 8 yards from each penalty mark is drawn outside the penalty area.
f) The goals shall be 6 feet high and 18 feet wide.
Part 10. Number of Players - A match shall be played by two teams, each consisting of not more than eleven
players, one of whom shall be the goalkeeper, except that in the Under 11 and younger age divisions, the teams
shall consist of not more than eight players, one of whom shall be the goalkeeper.
Part 11. Other FIFA Exceptions
a) Start of Play - The start of play shall conform to FIFA Law VIII except that in the Under 11 and younger age
divisions, at the beginning of the game, after a goal has been scored, and after half time every player shall be in his
own half of the field and every player of the team opposing that of the kicker shall remain not less than 8 yards
from the ball until it is kicked-off.
b) Free Kicks - Free kicks shall conform to FIFA Law XIII except that in the Under 11 and younger age divisions,
no player of the opposing side shall encroach into the penalty area, or within eight yards of the ball, as the case
may be, before the free kick is taken.
c) Penalty Kicks - Penalty kicks shall conform to FIFA Law XIV except that in the Under 11 and younger age
divisions, all players with the exception of the player taking the kick and the opposing goalkeeper shall be within
the field of play but outside the penalty area, at least 8 yards from the penalty mark and must stand behind the
penalty mark. The Under 11 and younger age groups shall take the penalty kick within the penalty area at a penalty
mark made 8 yards from the midpoint between the goalposts and equidistant to them.
d) Corner Kicks - Corner kicks shall conform to FIFA Law XVII except that in the Under 11 and younger age
divisions, players of the team opposing that of the player taking the corner kick shall not approach within 8 yards
of the ball until it is in play.
Part 12. Standings
a) Standings Determined – Standings will be determined by the following point system:
WIN 3 points
TIE 1 point
LOSS 0 points
b) Playoff Games - In the event of a tie for first place in the standings at the completion of the season’s regular
game schedule, a playoff game will not be required in order to determine a champion in any age groups (Boys and
Girls).
c) Tie Games - If a regularly scheduled game ends in a tie score at the end of regulation playing time, the game
and score shall stand as official.
d) Team Withdraws from Competition - If a team withdraws from competition prior to having completed half of
the original schedule of games, results of these games will be deleted from the records.
e) Team Withdraws from Competition - If a team withdraws from competition after half of the original schedule
of games has been completed, results of such games will be recorded as played and all remaining games as forfeits.
Part 13. Awards
a) Concept - The concept of awards is one of acknowledging and recognizing the dedication, discipline, interest,
and the effort necessary to achieve a level of excellence.
b) First Place Award - The League will present a first place award only to the champion of each division and/or
section of each age group. In the event there is a tie in the standings at the end of the season’s regular game
schedule, the League will present a first place award to each team tied for first place in all age groups (Boys and
Girls).
c) Recipient - Each player and the Adult Supervisor(s) of a champion team listed on the league’s copy of the
official Team Roster will receive an Award.
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d) Fail to Complete All Games in a Playing Season - A team that fails to complete all its games in a playing
season (through its own forfeit, withdrawal, or any and all other actions) will not be eligible for an award.
RULE 5 - GAME REGULATIONS
Part 1.
a) Confirmation of Time, Field, and Colors – The visiting team’s Adult Supervisor shall confirm the game time,
field location, and will verify uniform colors with the home team’s Adult Supervisor prior to the game date.
b) Position of the Team and Spectators at the Game Site – Full Sided Fields: Spectators for each team will take
a position on the opposite side of the field than the valid Adult Supervisors, and rostered players. The home team
shall have the choice of which half of the field they will use. Small Sided fields: Since know player or spectator is
allowed to stand on the center of the SoccerPlex grass fields, the TSL for each team will be responsible for
organizing sidelines and keeping an appropriate distance between spectators and players. The home team shall
have the choice of which half of the sideline they will use.
Part 2. Number of Players
a) Minimum Number of Players - A minimum number of players shall be required for a scheduled match.
Should a team not have at least the minimum number of players within 15 minutes after the scheduled match time,
it shall forfeit the game 1-0. For Under 9, Under 10 and Under 11 division teams, the minimum number of players
shall be six (6). In all other age divisions, the minimum number of players shall be seven (7).
b) Start at the Scheduled Time - At the scheduled time for the match, the minimum number of players specified
in Rule 5, Part 2(a) will constitute a team. The match, therefore, will start at the scheduled time if at least the
minimum number of players are present. In this situation, the specified waiting period (15 minutes) cannot be used
by a team in order to wait for additional players to arrive at the game site.
Part 3. Substitutions (Unlimited) - A team shall be permitted to use as many substitutes as it desires in any
match.
a) Substitutions can be made, with referee consent, at the following times:
1) Prior to a throw-in, in your favor
2) Prior to a goal kick, by either team
3) After a goal, by either team
4) After an injury, by either team, when the referee stops play
5) Half time
b) FIFA Law III - The league will comply with FIFA Law III. Significant portions of the law are reproduced in
order to emphasize the substitution procedures to be followed.
1) Change With The Goalkeeper - Any of the other players may change places with the goalkeeper
provided that the Referee is informed before the change is made, and that the change is made during a
stoppage in the game.
2) Substitution Procedure - When a goalkeeper or any other player is to be replaced by a substitute, the
following conditions shall be observed:
a) The referee shall be informed of the proposed substitution before it is made.
b) The substitute shall not enter the field of play until the player he is replacing has left, and then only after
having received a signal from the Referee.
c) Enter the field during a stoppage in the game, and at the half-way line.
Part 4. Delaying the Start of a Scheduled Match – Any team delaying the start of a scheduled game more than
fifteen (15) minutes without the sanction of the league’s designated coordinator and/or supervisor shall forfeit the
game 1-0. This condition is waived should the game be delayed by a preceding game that is a SAM or MSYSA
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scheduled match. The fifteen (15) minute forfeit time will commence upon completion of the previous match on
fields with multiple games.
Part 5. If a Team Fails to Appear - The team that does appear must complete the Game Roster Form, line up, and
kick off. The referee will then terminate the match and file a referee’s report.
PENALTY: The club/team will be assessed a fifty dollar ($50.00) fine for each occasion that a team fails to appear
for a scheduled match.
Part 6. If Both Teams Fail to Appear - In the event both teams do not appear for a scheduled match, and the
Referee rules the ground playable, both teams will be assessed a forfeit.
PENALTY: The club/teams involved will be assessed a fifty dollar ($50.00) fine for each occurrence.
Part 7. If the Referee Fails to Appear - If a referee should fail to appear for a scheduled match, the Adult
Supervisors of the competing teams must agree upon a person to substitute for the referee. The substitute need not
be a certified referee. The substitute must officiate the complete match. The substitute referee shall have those
prerogatives granted to him/her by the ‘Laws of the Game’, as published by FIFA and amended by SAM. The
home team must furnish, to the league’s office, a report of the match within forty-eight (48) hours of the
completion of the match.
Part 8. Option to Forfeit (Home or Visiting Team) - Should the home team or the visiting team exercise the
option to forfeit a scheduled match, the forfeiting team must inform the league’s coordinator and/or supervisor of
the action. The League’s Coordinator and/or Supervisor will notify the opposing team of the status of the match. In
this situation, upon notification from the league’s coordinator and/or supervisor, the opposing team is not required
to appear at the site of the match. PENALTY: The forfeiting team’s Club will be assessed a fifty dollar ($50.00)
fine for each occurrence.
a) Forfeiture and Failure to Compete (Complete One’s Scheduled Games) - If a team fails to complete its
scheduled games, the matter will be reviewed by the Games Committee, which shall have the authority to take
such actions against the team as it deems appropriate.
Part 9. Bad Weather and/or Poor Field Conditions
a) Inspection of Playing Site – SAM will be responsible for inspecting the game field prior to the match. In the
case of bad weather, SAM will notify the teams prior to the scheduled start time if matches have been delayed or
cancelled via the SAM website, MD SoccerPlex website, SAM Facebook page and the Weather Hotline.
b) Both Teams Must Appear – If SAM has not delayed or cancelled the match, regardless of weather and/or field
conditions, the Adult Supervisors and their teams must appear at the match site ready to play at the scheduled time.
Teams that fail to show will forfeit the match (0-1) and will be assessed the $50.00 forfeit fee.
c) Game Terminated by the Referee - Should the match be terminated by the referee for reason of bad weather,
poor field conditions, or darkness, the match is considered complete and counting if one complete half has been
played. The referee is to submit the match report indicating the score at the time of termination. If the referee
terminates the match and less than one half has been played, the match shall be rescheduled in its entirety by SAM
on the designated rain date. The referee is to submit the match report indicating the game was terminated prior to
the completion of the first half.
d) Game Terminated by the Referee for other Reasons - Should the match be terminated by the
Referee for any other reason the (Coaches/Players) Arbitration Committee will decide whether the game should be
replayed.
Part 10. Authorized to Cancel – The SAM administration is the only entity authorized to cancel a match due to
bad weather or field conditions prior to the scheduled start time of the match.
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a) Referee – If the match is not cancelled by SAM prior to the scheduled start time of the match, the Referee is
only person authorized to cancel the match due to bad weather, poor field conditions or for any other reason
(Coaches/Players).
Part 11. Change A Scheduled Match - Under no circumstances will an Adult Supervisor or any other Club
Representative change a scheduled match or reschedule a match without permission from the SAM Challenge
League’s Coordinator. Should this occur, both teams will forfeit the match and their respective Clubs will be
assessed a fifty dollar ($50.00) fine.
Part 12. Reporting the Score/cards - WINNING Team Responsibility - It is the responsibility of the WINNING
team to notify the League’s designated authority on the day and hours specified by the League of the score/cards.
Failure to report the score/cards will possibly subject the Club to forfeit and a fifty dollar ($50.00) fine.
Part 13. Adult Supervisor
a) Adult Supervisor (Coach) Must Be Present - The Club’s designated Adult Supervisor of a team must be
present at all scheduled matches in which the team participates. If circumstances prevent the designated
Adult Supervisor from being present at a scheduled match, a substitute must be assigned prior to the start
of the match, under penalty of default.
b) Team Sportsmanship Liaison – The team will designate one (1) individual as the Team Sportsmanship
Liaison (TSL) before the beginning of the season. TSL’s will need to have their names submitted with the
registration and they will be required to be present at all SAM games during the season. When choosing a TSL, a
team should require that this individual be a strong, dedicated leader capable of maintaining a positive atmosphere
on the sideline. TSL’s must be willing to intercede when parents, coaches or players become engaged in verbal
altercations or negative sideline behavior. If any incident does occur, the TSL for the involved team(s) must file a
report within 48 hours of the occurrence.
c) Minimum Age of an Adult Supervisor – An individual must have attained the minimum age of eighteen (18)
years old in order to coach up to Under fourteen (14) and twenty-one (21) years old in order to coach up to Under
seventeen (17), prior to being issued an Adult Identification Card from the League.
d) Possession of Adult Supervisors Identification Cards - Adult Supervisors must be in possession of an
Adult Supervisors Identification Card, which is issued by the league.
e) Club selection of Adult Supervisors - The Club’s are responsible for selecting Adult Supervisors. The
Clubs Adult Supervisors must adhere to the rules, regulations and guidelines set forth by the league.
The League is not responsible for the selection process or for providing Adult Supervisors to the Clubs.
f) Present Adult Supervisors ID Cards - These cards will be presented to the referee prior to each scheduled
match. The referee will retain the Adult Supervisors cards until the match has been concluded. If an Adult
Supervisor arrives after the start of the game and wishes to present his/her Adult Supervisor’s pass to the referee,
the referee is to accept the pass.
g) Ejection from a Match - In instances where the designated Adult Supervisor has been ejected from a game, or
has failed to control the activities at the match site to the detriment of the match, the Adult Supervisor’s card will
be sent by the referee to the league’s Arbitration Board. The Arbitration Board, at its discretion, will implement
disciplinary action. PENALTY: An Adult Supervisor with his/her Card must be present during the entire match or
the match will be forfeited to the opponent, 1-0. The Club of the team that forfeits will be assessed a fifty dollar
($50.00) fine.
g) One Club/One Card - An Adult Supervisor shall not be registered with more than one Club, and may not have
more than one Adult Supervisors card. An Adult Supervisor may supervise (Coach) any team within his/her
respective Club if the rostered Supervisors (Coaches) are unavailable. PENALTY: Violation will cause the
suspension of the person involved. The Arbitration Board will determine the length of the suspension.
Part 14. Referees
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a) Player Verification
1) Game (Match) Roster Form - The referee shall require that both teams enter all the appropriate
information on the League’s Game Roster Form prior to the start of the match.
2) Verify the Player’s Identity - The referee shall verify the identity of the players represented on the
player’s pass by inspecting the Player’s photograph which is on the pass.
3) Player Not Permitted to Participate - The referee will not permit a player to participate unless a player
pass has been furnished.
4) Player Not Permitted to Participate - The referee will not permit a player to participate unless a
laminated player pass, duly stamped and signed by the League Registrar has been furnished.
5) Verify Written Data - The referee shall verify that the player’s pass indicates the correct age group,
Division, and/or Section, Club and Team name.
6) Discrepancy in the Data - Should there be a discrepancy in the age group, division and/or club and/or
team name, the player shall be permitted to participate in the match. The referee shall retain the pass and
shall forward the player’s pass in question, with his/her report, to the league’s Arbitration Board, which
will administer disciplinary action for any or all infringements and violations regarding player eligibility.
b) Referee Reports
1) Submit Referee Reports - The referee shall submit a Referee Report for each match officiated, within
forty-eight (48) hours (holidays excluded) after the completion of the match.
2) Supplementary Referee Report - The referee shall submit a supplementary Referee Report for each
player and/or Adult Supervisor ejected from the match, to the league within forty eight (48) hours (holidays
excluded) after the completion of the match.
c) Caution
1) Yellow Card – Cautioned - A Yellow Card is displayed by the referee to indicate that a player or an
Adult Supervisor is being cautioned for violating FIFA laws of the game.
2) Two (2) Cautions - If a player or an Adult Supervisor receives two (2) cautions during one match, the
player or Adult Supervisor will be ejected from the match, and an additional one game suspension will be
enforced.
3) Four (4) Cautions - If a player or an Adult Supervisor receives four (4) cautions during a season, a
suspension for the season will be in effect.
4) Arbitration Board - The Arbitration Board, at its discretion, will determine the length of the suspension
and any other punishments, fines, and/or assessments.
d) Ejection
1) Red Card – Ejection - A Red Card is displayed by the referee to indicate that a player or an Adult
Supervisor is ejected from the match, and a suspension is in effect.
2) Arbitration Board - The Arbitration Board, at its discretion, will determine the length of the suspension
and any other punishments, fines and/or assessments.
3) Appear Before Arbitration Board - A player or an Adult Supervisor who receives a red card or the
equivalent will, at the discretion of the Arbitration Board, be summoned to appear at a hearing. Should the
player or Adult Supervisor fail to appear, he/she will be suspended until such appearance is made. The
Arbitration Board, at its discretion, will determine the length of suspension and/or any other punishments,
fines, or assessments.
4) Team Refuses to Continue - If a team refuses to continue to play after being so instructed by the
referee, the team will forfeit the game, 1-0.
RULE 6 - PROTESTS and ARBITRATION
Part 1. Governing Body - It shall manage all matters requiring arbitration which pertain to League sponsored
competition(s). The Arbitration Board will administer game protests and behavioral incidents. At the direction of
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the Governing Body, the Arbitration Board will attend to any matter not specifically addressed in the bylaws. The
Arbitration Board has the authority to suspend or fine any player, coach, team, team official, club official, team
and/or club supporter. The Arbitration Board has the authority to fine any member club.
a) Composition - There will be no less than three (3) and no more than five (5) members, plus a Committee
Chairman on the SAM Arbitration Board. Arbitration Board members shall be selected by the league’s president,
with the approval of the Board of Directors for a one or two year term. No more than one member from the
League’s Board of Directors shall be a member of the Arbitration Board. The league’s president shall appoint the
chairman of the Arbitration Board.
b) Voting - of this committee shall be one (1) vote for each member of the committee including the Chairman. The
Chairman may cast a vote only in case of a tie. A minimum of three (3) voting members, which includes the
Chairman, will be required to hear a case and render a decision.
c) Participants at an Arbitration Board Meeting - The Arbitration Board reserves the right to determine the
participants and number of participants that may attend an Arbitration Board meeting.
d) Convene Arbitration Board - The Arbitration Board will convene at the discretion of the Chairman.
e) Possession of Cards - All cards (MSYSA Player Registration Pass or Adult Pass) will remain in the possession
of the Arbitration Board until a decision is rendered and/or a suspension has been served.
f) Records of the Arbitration Board - The records of the Arbitration Board will be maintained for a three (3) year
period.
g) Club Will Be Assessed Each Time An Adult Supervisor is Issued a Red Card - In the event that a coach
(Adult Supervisor) or player is issued a red card, the Arbitration Board will notify SAM in writing of the offense.
h) Adult Supervisor to Appear at the Arbitration Board Hearing - In the event that an Adult Supervisor is
issued a Red Card, at the discretion of the Arbitration Board, said Adult Supervisor will be notified by the
Arbitration Board to appear in person, at the Arbitration Board hearing of the case.
1) The Arbitration Board will notify the Adult Supervisor of the date, time and location of the hearing.
2) The Adult Supervisor’s card will remain in the possession of the Arbitration Board until said Adult
Supervisor appears at the hearing.
i) Player to Appear at the Arbitration Board Hearing - In the event that a player is issued a Red Card, at the
discretion of the Arbitration Board, said player and the coach (Adult Supervisor) of the said player’s team may be
notified by the Arbitration Board to appear in person, at the Arbitration Board hearing of the case.
The Adult Supervisor must accompany the player to such a hearing.
1) The Arbitration Board will notify the Coach of the date, time and location of the hearing.
2) The Player’s card will remain in the possession of the Arbitration Board until said Player and Coach
appear at the hearing.
Part 2. Protests and Disputes - All questions relating to the qualifications of competitors or interpretation of the
rules or any dispute or protest, shall be referred to the Arbitration Board of SAM. Protests and disputes are filed by
the teams who will bear responsibility for adherence to the rules regarding disputes and protests and guarantee all
fees and fines. Decisions of the Arbitration Board shall be final and binding unless and until overturned under
appeal.
a) Valid and Eligible for Consideration - To be valid and eligible for consideration, each protest or dispute must:
1) Be accompanied by a protest fee in the amount of fifty dollars ($50.00), in the form of a check or money
order, made payable to the Maryland Soccer Foundation.
2) Be submitted in writing describing in full detail the grounds for the protest or dispute and bear the
signature of the Teams President and/or Registrar, as well as the signature of the coach of the team
initiating the protest or dispute.
3) Be provided by certified or registered mail (along with all supporting information and documents) to the
opposing team.
4) Be initiated by a party directly involved in the incident under protest or dispute. An involved party, as
used throughout this part, is defined as a team coach, a club President and/or a club Registrar.
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5) Include all information necessary to allow a fair and just decision.
6) Be mailed to the league’s office, addressed to the Chairman of the Arbitration Board, by certified or
registered mail, and postmarked no less than midnight of the third business day following the incident
giving rise to the protest or dispute. A business day, as used throughout this part, is defined as any weekday
that the offices of the League are normally open for business. A business day shall not include Saturdays,
Sundays, or legal holidays observed by the league office.
b) Protest Fee Forfeited - The protest fee shall be forfeited to the league if the protest is not upheld by the
Arbitration Board.
c) Lawyer Shall Not Represent - An Arbitration Board hearing is not a legal proceeding. Involved parties may
not be represented by legal counsel. Attorneys may appear before the Board only as involved parties in an
individual capacity and not as legal counsel.
d) Ignorance of the Rules - A plea of ignorance of the rules and regulations of the league is not sufficient grounds
for the filing of a protest or dispute.
e) Conflicts of Interest - The members of the Arbitration Board shall avoid both apparent and actual conflicts of
interest. In the event that a member of the board may be considered on any basis by a reasonable individual to have
a bias for or against any interested party in a protest or dispute, that member shall excuse himself/herself from the
deliberations concerning that protest or dispute.
f) Convening the Board and Notifying Involved Parties - The Arbitration Board shall be convened by the
Chairman at his/her discretion. Notice shall be given to involved parties and those others invited to aid in the
Board’s deliberations and/or to present relevant information, no later than five business days prior to the scheduled
meeting.
g) Basis of Decision - The Arbitration Board shall render a decision on any protest or dispute on the basis of any
information, from any source, which it deems appropriate under the circumstances.
h) Timeliness of Decision - The Arbitration Board shall render a decision within fifteen (15) days of receipt by the
board of a protest or dispute. Failure to render a decision within this period shall entitle the party filing the protest
or dispute to submit the protest or dispute to the Appeals Committee without determination and the protest fee
submitted shall be applied to the appeal fee.
i) Notification of Decision - All parties to a protest or dispute shall be notified in writing within ten (10) days of a
hearing of the decision rendered by the Arbitration Board. All decisions shall be final.
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SAM Playoff Rules and Criteria
Scoring Criteria (points awarded to teams for each game of the regular season):
1.
2.
3.
4.
Three (3) points for a win
One (1) point for a tie
Zero (0) points for a loss
Teams are seeded based on point totals at the end of the regular season
Tie-Breaking Criteria (used to determine seeds in first round of playoffs):
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Head to head competition (only used for ties between two teams)
Most wins
Bonus points **
Least goals allowed
Most shut-out wins
Flip of a coin (only if tie cannot be broken using above steps)
** Bonus points are awarded to winning teams, up to a maximum of three (3), based on goal differential and used only for the purposes of
breaking ties. (A team winning 3-0 or 6-2 would receive three (3) points. A team winning 3-1 would receive two (2) bonus points.)
In the event of a tie among more than two (2) teams, once a tie is broken by the above system, and if ties among remaining teams still
exist, those ties are broken by starting again at the top of the tie-breaking system (start at step 1 if two teams are still tied. Start at Step 2
if more than two teams are still tied).
Standard Playoff Instructions:
Games cannot end in a tie. If game ends in tie, the following format will be used to break the tie:
Teams shall play one (1), five (5) minute overtime with Golden Goal IN effect. If the score is still tied after five (5) minutes, a second,
five (5) minute overtime will be played with Golden Goal IN effect. Teams shall have a two (2) minute break between periods. If still
tied after the second overtime period, Penalty Kicks will be taken. Each team shall take five (5) Penalty Kicks (teams will alternate
kickers). If after five (5) kicks the score is still tied, teams will continue with Golden Goal Penalty Kicks until a winner is decided.
Home and Away Championship Instructions:
The first game of a “Home and Away” championship may end in a tie. If the second game in the series leads to the aggregate score of
both teams being tied, the game will proceed to follow standard Playoff Overtime rules. For Example, If Team A beats Team B 3-2, then
loses the second game 1-2, the aggregate 4-4 score would result in a playoff.
Penalty Kick Procedures (if needed):
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
The referee chooses the goal at which the kicks will be taken.
The referee tosses a coin and the team whose captain wins the toss decides whether to take the first or the second kick.
The referee keeps a record of the kicks being taken.
Subject to the conditions explained below, both teams take five kicks.
The kicks are taken alternatively by the teams.
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. A goalkeeper who is injured while kicks are being taken and is unable to continue as goalkeeper may be replaced by a named
substitute.
9. Only players who are on the field of play at the end of the match are allowed to take kicks.
10. Each kick is taken by a different player and all eligible players must take a kick before any player can take a second kick.
11. An eligible player may change places with the goalkeeper at any time when kicks from the penalty mark are being taken.
12. Only the eligible players and match officials are permitted to remain on the field of play when kicks are being taken.
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13. All players, except the player taking the kick and the two goalkeepers, must remain within the center circle.
14. The goalkeeper who is the team-mate of the kicker must remain on the field of play, outside the penalty area in which the kicks
are being taken, on the goal line where it meets the penalty area boundary line.
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Part 2:
Referee Information
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