National Federation of State
High School Associations
2015-16
NFHS Soccer Rules
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NCHSAA Mission
Statement
Inspiring individuals, encouraging excellence through
education based athletics.
The mission of the NCHSAA is to provide governance
and leadership for interscholastic athletic programs
that support and enrich the educational experience of
students
Core values and beliefs are shared among the
stakeholders of an organization. Values drive an
organization's culture and priorities and provide a
framework in which decisions are made. The core
values and beliefs are the principles that guide the
association.
Core Values & Beliefs
▪ Sportsmanship - following the rules of the game, respecting the judgment
of referees and officials, treating opponents with respect, respect for one's
opponent and graciousness in winning or losing
▪ Integrity - consistency of actions, values, methods measures, principles,
expectations and outcomes - the truthfulness or accuracy of one's actions
▪ Fair Play - a shared interpretation of the rules, the equal treatment of all
concerned, sticking to the agreed rules, not using unfair advantages
▪ Honesty - uprightness and fairness, truthfulness, sincerity, or frankness,
freedom from deceit or fraud. To consistently seek and speak the truth
▪ Respect - a positive feeling of esteem for a person or other entity and
specific actions and conduct representative of the esteem
▪ Equity - fairness, just and right, equitable treatment of all, dealing fairly and
equally with all concerned
▪ Fair Competition - competitors within a competition should have similar
performance potential and performance strength
▪ Development of student-athletes - participation in athletics should aid in
the physiological and psychological development of the student-athlete
Drones
▪ 4.1.14 (new) -- The use of drones will be
prohibited within the confines of stadiums,
fields and arenas during NCHSAA contests.
This policy includes not only the restricted
playing area of the venue(s), but also the
physical confines of the entire
stadium/field/arena structure.
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High School Associations
NFHS Soccer
Rules Changes
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SUBSTITUTION ON BENCH
PERSONNEL MISCONDUCT
RULE 3-3-3(e) (new)
If the game is stopped to issue a caution to or to disqualify bench personnel,
any player who has already reported to be a substitute can enter the game.
GOALKEEPER SOCKS
DIFFERING FROM OPPONENTS
RULE 4-1-1(h)3
Socks of goalkeeper must differ from opponents.
NFHS Soccer
Points of Emphasis
HEAT ACCLIMATIZATION
AND SAFETY PRIORITIES
Be aware of Exertional Heatstroke (EHS) and take proper measures during
games involving high temperatures.
Hydration Breaks
• If both coaches ask for a water break BEFORE the game,
GIVE IT!!!!!! Let the coaches approach you about it.
• If both coaches agree, give the break around the 20th and 60th
minute.
• Give it at a goal kick or throw-in in the defensive half.
• DO NOT give it during a corner kick nor throw-in in the final
third.
• USE COMMON SENSE!!
FIGHTING/RECKLESS PLAY
Players, coaches and officials must work together to model and
demonstrate sportsmanship and fair play, to minimize risk and to
maximize participation.
TAPE OR SIMILAR
MATERIALS ON SOCKS
If tape or a similar material is applied externally, it must be of similar
color as the sock. Home team shall wear white (PlayPic A). Away team
should have similar color, i.e. maroon could have red tape (PlayPic B).
COMMUNICATION
Game officials are encouraged to effectively communicate with other
officials, players and coaches.
Effective Communication?
Effective Communication
Coaches
•Per the NCHSAA you are the
leader of promoting
Sportsmanship and
EDUCATION-BASED
Athletics
•Your job is not to “work” the
officials
•Persistent questioning of calls
may lead to a caution for
dissent.
•Ask your question in a calm,
non-sarcastic tone
Effective Communication
Officials
•If coach has a question about
a decision, DON’T IGNORE
THEM!
•Address them in a calm
manner
•However, do not allow a
second, third, or fourth
question in succession
•Do not allow coaches to
constantly question your
decisions
GOAL KICK
Players opposing the
kicker shall remain
outside the penalty area
until the ball has
cleared the penalty
area.
NFHS Soccer
Major Editorial Changes
AUTHORITY TO
SUSPEND PLAY
1.7 SITUATION B
The head referee has
authority to suspend
play.
Weather/Lightning Protocol
▪ The host school administrator is ultimately
responsible for weather related
delays/postponements of contests. By NFHS
rule, game officials have the authority to
delay/postpone games, but are not at the
disposal of lightning/weather radars available
to game administrators. Use of available
technology should be utilized by the
appropriate administrative personnel to
determine whether to continue or
delay/postpone a contest.
REPLACEMENT OF
GOALKEEPER
RULE 3-3-2(b)2
If the referee stops the clock for an apparent injury to a goalkeeper
and/or a goalkeeper is attended to on the field (PlayPic A), the
goalkeeper shall be replaced by a substitute or field player (PlayPic B).
DISQUALIFIED GOALKEEPER
DURING PENALTY KICK
SITUATION
RULE 3-3-3(c)2
During a penalty kick
situation, a disqualified
goalkeeper’s (PlayPic
A) replacement
(PlayPic B) may not
take the penalty kick.
BLEEDING AND
OPEN WOUND
RULE 3-3-3(d)1
A player required to leave the field because of a communicable disease may
be replaced from the bench.
UNIFORM
RULE 4-1-1(f)
Written state approval to wear an American flag (PlayPic A) is no
longer needed. Approval is still needed to wear a commemorative patch
(PlayPic B).
GOALKEEPER PANTS
RULE 4-1-1(h)2
Goalkeeper’s pants can have
additions of numbers, names,
patches and emblems of
school logos.
STAYS AND STRAPS
4.1.1 SITUATION N
“Stays/straps” was added to the language of the rule to more clearly
define what is used to keep player’s shinguards in place. “Stays/straps”
must be similar to the color of the sock.
PROTECTIVE FACE MASK
RULE 4-2-8
Removing “with no protrusion” from the rule clears the issue of the nose as
a protrusion.
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High School Associations
NFHS Soccer Rules Book
Additional Items
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Comparison of NFHS and NCAA Rules
and FIFA Laws
Page: 73-85
NFHS Official Soccer Signals
Page: 108
NFHS Assistant Referee Signals
Page: 109
2015-16 NFHS Soccer Rules Book
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NFHS Injury Surveillance 2013-14
The National High School Sports
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2015-2016
NCHSAA
Men’s and
Women’s Soccer
Brad Alford – Director of Sports and Championships
Soccer Approved
Board Items
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Two yellow cards or single red card
disqualification (does not meet the NCHSAA
Ejection Code criteria): No longer required
to take the sportsmanship course.
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No. 2 seed from a split conference must
have an overall winning percentage of 34%
to receive its automatic bid.
Important Dates
Men’s Season
Start
August 1
1st Contest
Reporting
p.m.
1st Round
2nd Round
3rd Round
4th Round
Regionals
States
Women’s Season
Sat,
Mon, August 17
Sat, Oct 31 @
11:59
Wed, Nov 4
Sat, Nov 7
Wed, Nov 11
Sat, Nov 14
Tues, Nov 17
Fri, Nov 20 &
Sat, Nov
21
Start
1st Contest
Mon, Feb 15
Mon, Feb 29
Reporting
Sat, May @
11:59
p.m.
1st Round
2nd Round
3rd Round
4th Round
Regionals
States
Wed, May 11
Sat, May 14
Wed, May 18
Sat, May 21
Tues, May 24
Sat, May 28
Number of Contests
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Pre-season
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Regular Season
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2 varsity scrimmages
Does not count toward season limitation
23 game team limit
1 per day individual limit
Post Season
•
Varsity conference tournament games are
considered part of the state playoffs
Does not count toward season limitation
MaxPreps
Official Statistics Provider
✦
Records and standings for post-season
qualifications
•
2015-16: MaxPreps Record = Official Record
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Incorrect record subject to DQ from playoffs
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All game results MUST be entered by:
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Men: Sat, Oct 31st at 11:59 p.m.
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Women: Sat, May 7th at 11:59 p.m.
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Triple check your record!
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Instructions can be found on the NCHSAA website
Qualifying for the Playoffs
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All classifications will be a 64-team bracket
Qualifiers – Automatic
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Must finish 1,2 or 3 in straight conference,
1 or 2 in a split (2’s must have a 34%
overall winning percentage for auto bid)
At Large
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Based off highest 22-game winning
percentage
Playoff Seeding
✦
Once the 64 qualifiers have been determined
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Split East and West based on geography
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Seed the East then the West based on the following:
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Seed all #1’s by 22-game record
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Seed all #2’s by 22-game record
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Seed all #3’s by 22-game record
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Seed all “at large” teams by 22-game record
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1 v 32, 2 v 31, 3 v 30, etc.
Tie-Game Procedure
Regular Season
✦
Overtime consists of two (2) 10-minute periods
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5 minutes after end of regulation
2 minutes between 1st and 2nd overtime periods f still
tied,
by state association adoption (Spring 2014)
conferences may have a shootout OR
the game shall be considered a tie for both teams
Tournament Play and Playoffs
✦
Tied games must be resolved by the NFHS Tie Game
Procedure (See NFHS Soccer Rules Book)
Sportsmanship
The quality of responsible behavior
characterized by a spirit of generosity and a
genuine concern for opponents, officials and
teammates.
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Wholesome athletic environment
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Good Sportsmanship > Victory
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Modest in victory, gracious in defeat
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Respecting judgment and integrity of
game officials
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Role modeling good behavior
Yellow Card Tracking
Coaches and Athletic Directors are responsible for
tracking yellow cards accumulated by their players
✦
5 yellow cards accumulated by the same player
will result in a suspension (miss next contest at that
level and all contests in the interim)
✦
An additional 5 yellow cards by that same player
(total of 10) will result in an ejection
✦
A red card disqualification that is NOT an ejection
is the equivalent of 2 yellow card.
Ejection Policy
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Fighting
Leaving the bench area
Flagrant contact
Biting
Taunting, baiting or spitting toward an opponent
or official
Profanity
Obscene gestures
Disrespectfully addressing an official
Inclement/
Hot Weather Guidelines
The following should be considered when scheduling
practice:
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Time of day
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Intensity level of practice
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Equipment worn
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Environmental conditions
✦
High Temperature and high humidity create a dangerous situation
for athletes. High humidity and low temperature can also cause
serious heat-related problems.
✦
Water/fluid replacement breaks recommended each 20 or 30
minutes. (depending on practice conditions)
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Check with your AD on your LEA’s and school’s policy pertaining to
practice on days of extreme heat.
Dead Periods
Summer 2015
(Men and Women)
June 29-July 5 and July 20-26
FALL 2015
(Women)
August 1 through September 1
WINTER 2015
(Men and Women)
Nov 2 through December 1
SPRING 2016
(Men)
February 15 through March 15
Summer 2016
(Men and Women)
July 4-July 10 and July 18-July 24
QUESTIONS
Eligibility & Compliance
Eligibility
PowerPoint
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Required viewing for all coaches
Should be done with the athletic director
Includes opportunities to discuss
concussions/sudden cardiac
arrests/sickle cell, etc.
Eligibility
Preseason Meeting
✦ Required attendance by all parents
✦ Time to share rules, regulations,
expectations, philosophy etc.
✦ Time to get all required signatures--pledges,
Gfeller-Waller information, etc.
✦ NEW FORM – Eligibility and Authorization
Eligibility
✦
Eligibility Checklist
•
Use to ensure school has done its due
diligence
Coaches’ Education
NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching Course
✦ All coaches must have satisfied the
requirement to take this course by August 1,
2015.
✦ Complete prior to first contest; subject to a
$500 fine; continuing to coach without
completion = another $500
Coaches’ Education
Concussion Management Certification
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The NFHS Concussion Course (free online course) or an equivalent course must
be completed annually by all coaches
Prior to the first date of practice for that
sport; subsequently, the certificate of
completion must be on file at the
individual school; subject to $500 fine
Gfeller-Waller Concussion Law
Requirements of the Law:
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Concussion signs and symptoms
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Given prior to participation
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Parents/athletes sign indicating “receipt of”
Return to Play (RTP) form signed by a
physician licensed to practice medicine
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An up-to-date Emergency Action Plan (EAP)
Must be on-file
Must be posted
Must be updated annually
“When in doubt, sit them out”
Cardiac Safety Program
All NCHSAA member schools must have a Cardiac
Safety Program by Aug 1, 2015 to include three (3)
components:
✦ Appropriate number of AEDs on Campus
✦ AED maintenance program (battery checks,
maintain, replacement at appropriate intervals)
✦ Required viewing of short AED/CPR video for all
supervising adults (teachers, coaches,
administrators)
New Safety Policy
Effective Aug 1, 2017
That all head and paid coaches must be
CPR/AED certified.
Coaches’ Education
“Education is a journey, not
a destination”
Coaches’ Education
Accredited Interscholastic Coach
(AIC)
✦ Requires completion of 4 courses:
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Fundamentals of Coaching
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1st Aid, Health & Safety for Coaches
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Sport Specific Course or Teaching Sports Skills
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Concussion in Sports (Free)
Coaches’ Education
Certified Interscholastic Coach (CIC)
✦ Completion of AIC requirements
✦ Plus:
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Teaching & Modeling Behavior
Engaging Effectively with Parents
Sportsmanship
Creating a Safe and Respectful Environment
Strength & Conditioning
2 additional courses (User Choice)
Sportsmanship
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Teaching & Modeling Behavior Course
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Required for any coach ejected during
a contest
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Required for any coach who has player
(s) ejected for fighting
NFHS Sportsmanship Course
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For any ejected/disqualified player
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Free, on-line course (nfhslearn.com)
All certificates must be sent to NCHSAA
Transfer Policy
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Now two years old
If a bona fide change of residence—no
transfer waiver necessary
Transfer packet with forms are on-line;
password protected
Work with athletic director to ensure
students meet residence rule requirements
Realignment (2017-2021)
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20-30-30-20 Model
Process will begin Oct 2015
NCHSAA will study playoff qualifications,
brackets, etc. to present to the Board of
Directors