The Game

• Two 20-minute halves.
• Running clock.
• One 30 second time out per half per team.
• 3 minute half time.
• Tied games stand.
• No offside penalties.
• Slide Tackling is prohibited
• Indoor league plays 4v4 (1 person must be the goalie)
• Outdoor tournament & league play 6v6 (1 person must be the goalie) 

Starting the game

• The referee will conduct a coin toss.
• The winner will select offense or defense. 
• The game will begin with possession by the offense.
• After the ball is kicked, the kicker may not play the ball again until it is touched by any other player.

Substitutions

• Teams will be allowed to substitute players at any play stoppage.

Equipment

• Standard athletic apparel is required.
• No metal cleats, players may wear molded rubber cleats only.
• We highly recommend that all players wear approved shin and mouth guards.
• Players may be asked to remove accessories that could be dangerous.

Free Kicks

• All free kicks are taken from the spot of the foul.
• Defensive team must be at least 10 yards from the ball.
• Direct free kicks are awarded for any unsportsmanlike conduct or major foul

Playoffs

• Teams will not be allowed to add any new players to their rosters for the playoffs.
• In order to be eligible for the playoffs, a player must have participated in at least one regular season game.

Tie games during playoffs
If a playoff game is tied after regulation time, the following procedure will take effect:

• There will be a 5 minute sudden death overtime period.
• If the tie remains, there will be a shootout.  

Rainouts/rescheduling

• Games will be rescheduled, time, space and weather permitting.
• Games may be moved inside the Pitt Center, space permitting.