Rules

• 60 minutes total. Games are 4 quarters at 5 minutes each
• Size 3 ball
• 4 v 4 (x 2 in side-by-side format); no goalkeeper
• Kick-ins (not throw-ins) on all out-of-bound restarts
• On a goal kick, opponents must drop behind the midfield line until the ball is put in play
• No sliding tackles
• No offside
• A goal cannot be scored directly off a kick-off, a goal kick, a kick-in, or any other restart except the corner kick (if a goal is scored, no goal is awarded and the opposing team is given a goal kick)
• Cannot score a goal against yourself directly from any restart
• Clock runs continuously, however time will stop while attending to an injured player, for substitutions, and following a goal. Time starts again with a drop ball, with the restart after subs, or with the kick-off
• No headers are allowed. An indirect free kick will be awarded to the opposing team if the referee sees an intentional header.
• Coaches are welcome to instruct and assist managing their team from the field of play. They are to not interfere with play (mostly staying behind play). Coaching should be "off ball". All judgment calls are deferred to referee.
• Unlimited substitutions may be made during any stoppage of play, with the referee's permission
• All fouls, major and minor, restart with an indirect free kick (no penalty kicks)
• The first ejected player may be replaced (A second ejected player is not replaced)

Rules

• 70 minutes total. Games are 4 quarters at 8 minutes each
• Size 3 ball 
• 4 v 4 (x 2 in side-by-side format); no goalkeeper
• Kick-ins, not throw-ins, on all out-of-bound restarts
• On a goal kick, opponents must drop behind the midfield line until the ball is put in play
• No sliding tackles
• No offside
• A goal cannot be scored directly off a kick-off, a goal kick, a throw-in, or any other restart except the corner kick (if a goal is scored, no goal is awarded and the opposing team is given a goal kick)
• Cannot score a goal against yourself directly from any restart 
• Clock runs continuously, however time will stop while attending to an injured player, for substitutions, and following a goal. Time starts again with a drop ball, with the restart after subs, or with the kick-off 
• No headers are allowed. An indirect free kick will be awarded to the opposing team if the referee sees an intentional header.
• Coaches are welcome to instruct and assist managing their team from the field of play. They are to not interfere with play (mostly staying behind play). Coaching should be "off ball". All judgment calls are deferred to referee.
• Unlimited substitutions may be made during any stoppage of play, with the referee’s permission 
• All fouls, major and minor, restart with an indirect free kick (no penalty kicks) 
• The first ejected player may be replaced (A second ejected player is not replaced

Rules

• 80 minutes total. Games are 4 quarters at 10 minutes each 
• Size 3 ball 
• 7 v 7; no goalkeeper; no penalty kicks
• On a goal kick, opponents must drop behind the midfield line until the ball is put in play
• No sliding tackles 
• Blatant offside will be called (as part of the goalkeeper protection rules) 
• Cannot score a goal against yourself directly from any restart 
• Clock runs continuously, however time will stop while attending to an injured player, for substitutions, and following a goal. Time starts again with a drop ball, with the restart after subs, or with the kick-off 
• No headers are allowed. An indirect free kick will be awarded to the opposing team if the referee sees an intentional header.
• Coaches spectators and players may not instruct from behind the goal line 
• Unlimited substitutions may be made during any stoppage of play, with the referee’s permission 
• All fouls, major and minor, restart with an indirect free kick (no penalty kicks) 
• The first ejected player may be replaced (A second ejected player is not replaced)

Rules

• 90 minutes total. Games are 2 halves at 25 minutes each 
• Size 4 ball; 9 v 9; goalkeeper
• A goalkeeper has 6 seconds to put the ball back in play. Keepers may not be charged, with or without the ball. An opposing player may not kick the ball out of the keeper’s hands even if the control is tenuous. Keeper cannot pick up a ball deliberately kicked to them by a teammate. Keeper cannot pick up a throw-in from a teammate 
• On a goal kick or GK ball in hands, opponents must drop behind the Build Out line (bottom edge of center circle) until the ball is put in play
• No punting is allowed (to align with Build Out line and No Heading rules) 
• Keepers may not be charged, with or without the ball. An opposing player may not kick the ball out of the keeper’s hands even if the control is tenuous. Keeper cannot pick up a ball deliberately kicked to them by a teammate. Keeper cannot pick up a throw-in from a teammate 
• Offside will be enforced 
• No headers are allowed. An indirect free kick will be awarded to the opposing team if the referee sees an intentional header.
• No sliding tackles; Major Fouls result in a direct free kick. Penalty kicks apply 
• A kick-off, a goal kick, and a corner are direct free kick restarts. (Goals can be scored) 
• Cannot score a goal against yourself directly from any restart 
• Clock runs continuously. Time will be added for injuries, for time wasting or for long substitutions 
• Coaches, spectators and players may not observe or instruct from behind the goal line 
• Unlimited substitutions may be made during stoppage of play, with the referee’s permission 
• An ejected player may not be replaced
  

Rules

• 100 minutes total. Games are 2 halves at 30 minutes each 
• Size 4 ball; 8 v 8; goalkeeper 
• A goalkeeper has 6 seconds to put the ball back in play. Keepers may not be charged, with or without the ball. An opposing player may not kick the ball out of the keeper’s hands even if the control is tenuous. Keeper cannot pick up a ball deliberately kicked to them by a teammate. Keeper cannot pick up a throw-in from a teammate 
• Offside will be enforced
• Headers and punting are allowed.
• No sliding tackles; Major Fouls result in a direct free kick. Penalty kicks apply 
• A kick-off, a goal kick, and a corner are direct free kick restarts. (Goals can be scored) 
• Cannot score a goal against yourself directly from any restart 
• Clock runs continuously. Time will be added for injuries, for time wasting or for long substitutions 
• Coaches, spectators and players may not observe or instruct from behind the goal line 
• Unlimited substitutions may be made during stoppage of play, with the referee’s permission 
• An ejected player may not be replaced

New for 2026

1. Ninth grade players registered in F Division may add G Division for an additional $20. To learn more about G division, see the "G Coed Division" section below.
2. Personalized jerseys are back! After feedback from players about last season's reversible jerseys, we are returning to custom jerseys with individual names and numbers to bring back the pride, identity, and team spirit our players love.

F Boys offers a fun, game-focused experience in a positive team environment. The season begins with a few practices to build team chemistry and sharpen skills before moving into organized games with referees. Players receive personalized jerseys and continue developing their skills and sportsmanship throughout the season.

Rules

• 100 minutes total. Games are 2 halves at 35 minutes each.
• Size 5 ball; 7 v 7 (including the goalkeeper).
• A goalkeeper has 6 seconds to put the ball back in play. Keepers may not be charged, with or without the ball. An opposing player may not kick the ball out of the keeper’s hands even if the control is tenuous. Keeper cannot pick up a ball deliberately kicked to them by a teammate. Keeper cannot pick up a throw-in from a teammate.
• Offside rule will be enforced.
• Headers are allowed.
• No sliding tackles. Major Fouls result in a direct free kick. Penalty kicks apply.
• A kick-off, goal kick, and a corner are direct free kick restarts - goals may be scored.
• Except that a team cannot score an own goal directly from any restart 
• Clock runs continuously. Time will be added for injuries, time wasting, or long substitutions
• Coaches, spectators and players may not observe or instruct from behind the goal line.
• Unlimited substitutions may be made during stoppages of play, with the referee’s permission.
• An ejected player may not be replaced.
• Only the team and coaching staff may sit on the Technical Side of the field. This will be clearly marked.

New for 2026

1. F Girls Division has been expanded to allow players from additional high school grades! Girls in grades 7th-12th are welcome to sign up for this division.
2. Personalized jerseys are back! After feedback from players about last season's reversible jerseys, we are returning to custom jerseys with individual names and numbers to bring back the pride, identity, and team spirit our players love.

F Girls offers a fun, game-focused experience in a positive team environment. The season begins with a few practices to build team chemistry and sharpen skills before moving into organized games with referees. Players receive personalized jerseys and continue developing their skills and sportsmanship throughout the season.

Rules

• 100 minutes total. Games are 2 halves at 35 minutes each.
• Size 5 ball; 7 v 7 (including the goalkeeper).
• A goalkeeper has 6 seconds to put the ball back in play. Keepers may not be charged, with or without the ball. An opposing player may not kick the ball out of the keeper’s hands even if the control is tenuous. Keeper cannot pick up a ball deliberately kicked to them by a teammate. Keeper cannot pick up a throw-in from a teammate.
• Offside rule will be enforced.
• Headers are allowed.
• No sliding tackles. Major Fouls result in a direct free kick. Penalty kicks apply.
• A kick-off, goal kick, and a corner are direct free kick restarts - goals may be scored.
• Except that a team cannot score an own goal directly from any restart 
• Clock runs continuously. Time will be added for injuries, time wasting, or long substitutions
• Coaches, spectators and players may not observe or instruct from behind the goal line.
• Unlimited substitutions may be made during stoppages of play, with the referee’s permission.
• An ejected player may not be replaced.
• Only the team and coaching staff may sit on the Technical Side of the field. This will be clearly marked.

The G Division is designed to provide a fun, flexible, and game-focused soccer experience for players without the commitment of traditional team structures. 

Game Format & Variables

• All games are fully refereed
• No coaches on the field or sidelines
• Players will be mixed into teams each game
• Pinnies will be provided and used to distinguish teams

This division emphasizes sportsmanship, game play, and enjoyment of soccer in a relaxed environment. Because participation may vary from week to week, game formats may adjust based on the number of players signed up or available on game day. This means that certain elements such as team sizes, and length of games may change.

Our goal is to create balanced, safe, and enjoyable games for everyone, regardless of attendance. Adjustments will be made as needed to ensure fair play and maximum participation for all players.

Player Registration Options 

Players may choose the schedule that works best for them:

• Sundays only - $40
• Wednesdays only - $40
• Sundays & Wednesdays - $80

Walk-In Option

Players may also participate as walk-ins:

• $7 per game
• Waiver must be signed - click here for waiver
• Subject to space availability

F Division Add-On

Ninth grade players currently registered in F Division may add-on G Division for an additional $20

Special for EPSA Referees

If you are currently a referee for EPSA you may join G Division at no cost. 

Who Is This Division For?

The G Division is ideal for players who:

• Prefer games over structured practices
• Are looking for flexible scheduling
• Enjoy playing with a variety of teammates
• Have fun playing soccer