3:01:01 Cancellations need to be made 48 hours in advance through the player agent who will arrange make-ups including contacting the referee assignor. Inadequate notification will be recorded as a forfeit. Teams canceling games may be subject to forfeit if game cannot be rescheduled. No make-ups for U-6, U-8 and U-10 will be made.

3:01:02 Teams are expected to report to the field of play ten (10) minutes before game time.

3:01:03 Players in U-6, U-8 and U-10 may not play goalkeeper more than half the game.

3:01:04 For Division 4 teams only, a coach is required to play each player one-half (1/2) of each game except for disciplinary reasons.

3:01:05 In order to have an official game, a nine (9) or eleven (11) player team must have a minimum of seven (7) players and a seven (7) player team must have a minimum of five (5) players.

3:01:06 In Division 4 only, teams will “play down” to an opponent’s team size (except for District Play) but not below the minimum number of players required.

3:01:07 Competitive divisions are to keep standings by the following point system with the winner determined by the highest point total: Three (3) points for a win, one (1) point for a tie and zero (0) for a loss. One (1) point will be deducted for each “send-off” recorded. Any team winning by forfeit will be awarded a 4-0 win. If teams are tied in points at the conclusion of league play, the following tie-breaking procedure will be employed to determine which team advances to the next round:

Results of head-to-head competition.
Least goals allowed.
Most goals scored to a maximum of four (4) per game.
Kicks taken from the penalty mark (per FIFA).

3:01:08 In the U-6 through U-12 age divisions, if, in the referee’s opinion, the game must be stopped and a coach is invited on or permitted on to the field to attend to an injured player, that injured player must leave the field of play regardless of the severity of his/her injury. The player may be substituted and may return to the game at the next opportunity for substitution.

3:01:09 All Lassen Youth Soccer teams playing in Walt Zinko Playing Leagues will abide by all special District IX policies, rules and procedures. Any LYS special rules will be superseded by the Walt Zinko Playing League” rules.”).


3:01:11 The use and/or consumption of any alcoholic beverages, tobacco or controlled substances immediately before, during or immediately after the playing of any youth soccer game or practice is expressly prohibited. PIM 02-3


3:01:13 During the course of the game, the referee’s decision is final, not to be overridden by a more experienced assistant referee. Protests to the Board may be made on the referee’s misapplication of the rules but not on judgment calls.

3:01:14 Charging the goalkeeper shall not be permitted at any time within the penalty area. CYSA 3:08:02

3:01:15 Players may be substituted when cautioned (shown a yellow card). The cautioned player may return to the field at the next substitution opportunity. (CYSA rev. 2002)

3:01:16 Any player who receives a red card (send off) will receive an automatic one game suspension which may not be appealed.


3:02:01 Length of regular League games shall be as follows:

U-6: 4-10 minute quarters
U-8: 4-10 minute quarters
U-10: 2-25 minute halves
U-12: 2-30 minute halves.
U-14: 2-35 minute halves.
U-19: 2-45 minute halves

During regular League play, no overtime is allowed as ties will stand.

3:02:02 Ball sizes by age group:

U-6 & U-8: Size #3 ball
U-10 & U-12: Size #4 ball
U-14, U-16 & U-19: Size #5 ball

3:02:03 Spectator lines for coaches and spectators at all age group games will be set at least four feet back from the touch line (where space is available).



3:03:01 The Board of Directors urges both the HEAD and ASSISTANT COACHES for every team to be certified through available coaching courses.


3:03:03 Coaches are to comply with the following Player Disciplinary Policy.

A coach may unilaterally (without the requirement of consulting others) suspend a player up to one game for any of the following reasons:

(1) Unexcused absence from practice or games.
(2) Unexcused tardiness or leaving early from practice or games.
(3) Poor sportsmanship or conduct in connection with practices or games.


Coaches suspending a player a second time in one season shall report the player’s name to the Player Agent immediately. A coach does not have the authority to dismiss a player from his or her team.

Only the “PROTEST, APPEAL AND DISCIPLINARY COMMITTEE” (“PAD” committee) may dismiss a player from the team.

A dismissed player may appeal his/her dismissal (in writing) to the CYSA District IX Commissioner within seventy-two (72) hours.

For further guidance, contact League Personnel and refer to the CYSA Team Manual.

3:03:04 Coaches (of Division 4 teams only) (except District League teams) may not obtain team rosters prior to the coaches’ meeting when rosters are given. Teams should have equal opportunity for pre-season practices and scrimmages.

3:03:05 Any Coach or Assistant Coach may be removed for not complying with the Rules of the Game, the Constitution, By-Laws, Rules and Regulations or any League policies of Lassen Youth Soccer by action of the Board of Directors.




3:03:08 Coaches must return all player passes (when applicable), medical release forms, proof of birth (when applicable) and uniforms (those intended for return) at the end of each season.

3:03:09 Head Coach Age Requirement (PIM 96-2) All head coaches shall be a minimum of 18 years unless they have one or more assistant coaches or team managers, 18 years or older, (with coaches’ pass) and who will be present at all team functions (games, practices, etc.)

3:03:10 Coaches are not permitted to enter the field of play unless called or waved on by the referee.

3:03:11 Coaches are ultimately responsible for their players on and off the field. While the referee cannot show cards to non-players, coaches and fans shall be verbally warned, verbally cautioned and/or sent off the field for their conduct, if necessary. The referee will deal with the fans through the coach to have them leave the field vicinity, if requested. If the fan(s) do not leave, or if the coach does not leave, (if he or she has been sent off) in a reasonable amount of time, the game will be terminated by the referee. A referral will be made to the PAD committee for further review.


3:03:12 Coaching from the sidelines, giving direction to one’s own team on points of strategy and position, is permitted provided:

No mechanical devices are used.

The tone of voice is informative and not a harangue.


No coach, substitute, player or spectator is to make derogatory remarks or gestures to the referees, other players, substitutes, or spectators.


No coach, substitute, player or spectator is to incite, in any manner, disruptive behavior of any kind.

3:03:13 The penalty for the above (A-F) shall be a "send-off" (formerly known as ejection) from the game and disciplinary action will be taken by the League Board. (CYSA 3:08:03) If a coach has reason to believe that members of his/her team are likely to be physically injured, morally degraded, or that the LYS Rules and Regulations will be contravened, based on the past behavior of an opposing team or coach, that coach must bring the information to the attention of a LYS board member. The board shall promptly call an executive meeting to investigate the situation and decide how to approach/handle it. If the board cannot make a timely decision before the next game of the opposing teams in question, that game will be canceled or postponed until the board is able to come to a solution to the conflict. The cancellation or postponement is sanctioned by the board and will not affect the standings of the teams.


3:04:01 A lost, damaged or destroyed uniform is to be replaced by the player.

3:04:02 Referees will not wear their referee jersey while serving as coach during any League game.

3:04:03 All players in the League will wear the complete issued uniform at all games. Unless shirt, shorts and socks are totally visible, a player will not be allowed to play in any game. Shirts will be tucked in at all times at games.

3:04:04 Shin guards of proper size and construction (w/o modification), must be worn at all practices and games and must be covered by the socks. (See USSF Law 4 “The Player’s Equipment”).

3:04:05 Players wearing orthopedic casts, braces (metal, carbon fiber, hard plastic and like devices), or splints (air or metal) shall not be eligible to participate in any game, practice, tryout or training session (CYSA 3:08:01 and PIM 00-2) (See R & R 3:03:07)

3:04:06 A player must not use equipment or wear anything which is dangerous to himself/herself or another player, including any kind of jewelry (FIFA /USSF Law 4 “The Players’ Equipment”).


3:04:07 Referees have specific requirements for their uniform (including shirts in and socks up). A black baseball cap is allowed to cut the sun however referees should set an example by adhering to the players’ jewelry policy. A wedding band and watch will be exempt.


3:05:01 Lassen Youth Soccer will follow the registration regulations as presented in the CYSA Operation Procedures, except where noted below:

A. Team rosters will not exceed the following numbers:

            On the Field      Maximum Roster
 U-6            5                        8
 U-8            7                       10
 U-10          9                       13
 U-12          11                      18
 U-14          11                      18
 U-16          11                      18
 U-19          11                      18


Note: U-14, U-16 and U-19 traveling team coaches may set their rosters from 15-18, as they feel necessary.

Returning coaches / assistant coaches for age divisions U-12 and up shall be given the opportunity and encouraged to call players from their previous year's team to encourage players to sign up on time.

The League Registrar will set, with Board approval, open registration dates at a time and place well advertised to the public.

Registration deadline will be July 1. Any players not making the deadline will be placed on a callback/waiting list.

All players on callback/waiting list shall be given the opportunity to sign-up and be placed on a team depending on availability of space. Date and time shall be determined by registrar and player agent and will be held after August 1 and before teams and equipment are given to coaches.

There will be no requests for coaches in any age division. Any other requests will be subject to review.

Each first-time player registering must provide a copy of proper PROOF OF AGE. (See CYSA Team Manual 3:04:01 for details).

Player/Coach Passes - Players U-12 through U-19 and all coaches must also provide 1) a clear recent color face photo (no larger than 1 1/2“ X 1 1/2”) to be attached to the required player pass. No Polaroid prints. (See PIM 88-4)

Registration fees are considered for adjustment each season. Those registering late will be assessed a late fee.


(1) Full refunds may be made prior to fees being sent to District.
(2) All money will be returned minus current District processing fee after fees are sent and if tickets are returned.
(3) No refunds will be given after 1st game unless:
(a) A medical note from doctor or hospital is provided or
(b) A player is moving out of league boundaries.

J. Player Scholarships are available based on demonstrated financial hardship. Application forms should be completed at time of registration. Consideration will be made confidentially and quickly by the ad hoc scholarship committee. Applicants will be notified of the committee’s decision ASAP.


3:06:01 The Team Formation Committee will consist of the following members: First Vice-President (as committee chair); Coaching Coordinator; Registrar; Player Agent; and up to three (3) additional Board members or neutral people selected by the committee. Any Committee members who are also coaching in a given age group are limited to participating as a coach.

3:06:02 U-12 and above Boys & Girls will return to their last year’s team if possible. Team selection will be held after registration and all players will be evaluated in order to balance teams whether or not division 3 teams are being planned in addition to division 4 teams.

3:06:03 It is the League’s intent to have all U-12 and up coaches present at all age-appropriate assessments and team formation drafts.

3:06:04 Any player who moves up one or more age divisions must have the support of the player, parent/guardian and the Team Formation Committee prior to adding said player(s) to the roster. The Team Selection Committee shall have the responsibility for making the decision on advancement and notifying players and interested coaches of their decision as soon as possible. Requests made after registration shall be submitted to the Player Agent and will be considered on a case-by-case basis.


3:07:01 Where the District offers “Open District Cups”, all teams in good standing are eligible to enter District Cup play. The League will reimburse all teams complete their Cup play obligations , up to two (2) registrations fees (to be divided equally) per each age group, gender and division. (For example: two U12 Boys and three U14 Girls teams enter the District Cup and complete their playing obligations. If the registration fee is $150 for each team, then each U12 Boys team would get the full registration fee ($150) from the league (two teams, two registration fees); each U14 Girls team would get $100 from the league (three teams split two registration fees ($300) equally)).

3:07:02 Those teams planning to attend District Cups and Association Cups will be required to apply and send its own entry fee check directly to the proper District official.


All Cup paperwork must be completed within the proper time frame. While teams may request to host Cup games in Susanville, the District Cup Coordinator will verify with the League as to the League’s hosting preference. After the team has completed its attendance obligation, the League will promptly reimburse those eligible teams through the proper team representative.



To avoid a Cup-imposed fine twice that of (and in addition to) the already paid entry fee, it is strongly urged that each team (including coaches, players and parents):

Have a team meeting ASAP to discuss, among other things, District Cup participation plans.
Agree on what specific arrangements need to be made prior to the Cup.
Agree on what schedule to expect, what practice attendance is expected.
Ask for and obtain technical assistance from the League.
Make every reasonable effort to fulfill their obligation.
Players and parents should agree (in writing–contract) to make every effort to fulfill all obligations in preparation for a District Cup or Association Cup competition.