Rules and Guidelines

Game Day Basics

• Game Day Uniforms:
• All players MUST have soccer cleats and shin guards on
• All players in matching jerseys, shorts and socks with uniform tucked in
• InterCity/Travel players MUST bring both jerseys in case of conflicts
• Alternate jersey/pinny for goalkeeper in U8 and above
• The teams with the first and last games of the day (on home fields) will be required to set up and tear down their field. Please refer to the Coaches Toolbox section for division specific set up and tear down instructions.
• Two sideline coaches max. The Head Coach and the Assistant Coach. No coaches behind goals, except for first 3 games in U8 and U10.
• Weather – Games will be played in light rain or drizzle as field conditions allow. LB Parks and/or LBYSO Board members will have final say in determining when to close fields. Appropriate efforts will be made to communicate conditions via Playmetrics and social media platforms as soon as possible.
• Play guidelines – Each age group will adhere to current US Soccer Player Development Initiatives. There are slight variations allowed that are subject to change.