BY-LAW I PLAYER ELIGIBILITY
1. Ages and Divisions
- age will be, for the current year for U4 (4 and under), U6 (six and under), U8 (eight and under, and U10 (ten and under) as per Executive Agreement.
- no underage players will be accepted in U4 or U6
- underage players, except in U4 and U6, will be accepted if the following criteria are met:
a) the child demonstrates the ability to participate in the division as 'judged' by the convenor, coaches and parents. The coach from the previous year may identify a player to be considered in the upcoming season. The Executive must be made aware of any players playing out of their designated age group.
2. As a statement of principle, KDMSC will endeavour to establish their age grouping to best serve the needs of the participants. U12 and up must follow the ages of OSA and the League.
3. Individual cases for placement in a younger age group for players with special needs will be a mutual decision between the parents and the Executive. Further consultation will be held with the Convenor and Coach. Exceptional rules may be added for these players. Members of the division must be made aware as soon as possible of any such cases.
4. A player must be registered with KDMSC before they may participate in practices or games.
BY-LAW 2 AGE VALIDATION
1. A copy of the birth certificate, may be required for all players.
BY-LAW 3 TEAM SELECTION
1. Statement of Principle: it is the goal of the program to form teams by distributing available talent equally.
2. Team Selection: will be made by the Registrar, League Convenor and members of the Executive. The League Convenor is responsible for balancing teams.
3. This does not apply to representative or tournament teams. Selection is by the coaches.
BY-LAW 4 SCHEDULING
1. The teams will, as much as possible, be scheduled to play once a week and to practice once a week. U4 and U6 teams to practice and play on the same night. A schedule for practices in mutual agreement with the Coaches will be made by the Coach Coordinator. No games to be rescheduled without prior permission from the appropriate Convenor.
BY-LAW 5 HOUSE LEAGUE PLAYOFFS / SCHEDULING
1. The date and format will be decided with the following considerations:
- format for playoff games depends on the number of teams per division
- the coaches will have the opportunity to express any concerns about the schedule before it becomes final
- set times and locations will be established and printed on the playoff schedule.
BY-LAW 6 WEATHER – HOUSE LEAGUE
1. In the event of inclement weather during a game in progress:
- if the game has played ten minutes into the second half, and the referee stops the game, the score is taken as is.
- if the game is stopped before the allotted time, the game must be replayed within two weeks. Contact the Convenor.
2. Referees can only cancel games at game time.
3. For U4 and U6 only, the Convenor and/or Coaches in mutual agreement, can cancel games due to inclement weather.
4. If a playoff game is called due to weather conditions, the game will be completed at another time. If the game is more than two-thirds played, results stand and the game is not rescheduled.
BY-LAW 7 FINANCE
1. Fees will be set by the Executive prior to registration. The following will be taken into consideration:
- Referees - Awards
- User fees and any field rental costs - Insurance
- Equipment and uniform needs - Storage
- Long-term commitment to field upgrading - Administrative costs
- League affiliation costs – Capital Projects
2. Establishing fees: The fees are intended to equate actual costs incurred by each group. The membership in county and provincial soccer associations plus the higher uniform costs may result in possible higher fee for players outside of the House League.
3. Priorities will be discussed and voted on at any given executive meeting.
4. The signature of the President, or the Treasurer and/or one other member of the Executive will be required on each cheque.
5. An Audit of the books is recommended every two years.
BY-LAW 8 REFUNDS
1. The following amount of the registration fee will be refunded to those players deciding not to play soccer after registering:
- before the first game is played - 75%
- after the second scheduled or play-off game is played - 50%
- once the third scheduled or play-off game is played - No Refund
- refunds requested due to injuries or health problems will be at the Executive's discretion
Uniforms must be returned to receive a registration refund.
BY-LAW 9 UNIFORMS
1. All equipment is to be returned to the Equipment Manager on a scheduled return date.
2. Players are responsible for the uniform they were given and shirts must be returned in good condition. All players will be provided with a jersey. Shin pads are mandatory.
3. A deposit cheque is required at registration for each uniform. This value will be determined by the Executive each season. Deposit cheques will be refunded providing full, undamaged uniforms are returned on scheduled return dates. Deposit cheques for uniforms returned after these dates will be reissued less a $10.00 administration fee. One month after scheduled uniform return date all outstanding cheques shall be cashed. Anyone not returning his/her uniform will not have their deposit cheque refunded. Anyone not returning their uniform will not be registered for the following season until the previous debt is paid.
4. All teams and players must wear only those uniforms provided by KDMSC. No other uniforms will be permitted.
BY-LAW 10 OUT-OF-TOWN TOURNAMENTS
1. Any team wishing to register for Out-of-Town tournaments must apply in writing to the Executive. The Executive will handle each request individually.
2. All league games that will be missed due to attendance at Tournaments are to be rescheduled, and played if possible, before attending the tournament.
BY-LAW 11 AWARDS
1. The U4 and U6 divisions are non-competitive and playoffs are a fun day only. All U4 & U6 players will receive an award, pin or trophy.
2. All players in U8, and U10 receive awards for their divisions for the tournament.
3. On Tournament day, only the first place in the league will receive an award.
House League Trophies are presented to:
- U8 Division League Champions
- U10 Division League Champions
4. The Trevor Elwood Memorial award is presented at the last scheduled game to the player on the Senior Mixed Team and the Senior Girls' Team that the coach(es) feel is the player who best exemplifies total team spirit.
5. All players U12 and upwards shall receive awards as per the league they play in.
BY-LAW 12 TEAM OPERATIONS
Each team, registered with KDMSC, will have a Coach, Assistant Coach, and Manager. Duties are to be divided between the Coach, Assistant Coach and Manager as follows:
1. Will play each player of his/her team unless injury occurs, and each player will receive equal playing time.
2. Will not interfere with the running of the games by the referee.
3. Will make all unresolved protests to the convenor in writing within 48 hrs of the end of the game.
4. Will not solicit funds.
5. Responsible for team equipment - balls, binders, first aid kits etc.
6. Provide completed equipment lists to the convenor.
7. Provide any changes to convenor.
8. Distribute all schedules and other information to team members and parents.
9. Make phone calls as required.
10. Show leadership, encourage team play and demonstrate good sportsmanship.
11. Rating of players.
12. Run practices and organize the team for games.
13. All Coaches, Assistants and trainers are subject to bi-annual screening by the local Police department as per the requirements of the league they play in.
14. Coordinate KDMSA requirements and requests to team members and parents.
15. Ensure team results are communicated to the appropriate body and updated on the website
16. Prepare Team write ups and communications are sent to local media.
BY-LAW 13 GAMES
1. Teams will play two equal periods of time.
2. Duration of playing time is as follows:
U4 and U6
U4 and U6: Four (4) players on at five (5) minute shifts. As a guide a minimum of 8 and maximum of 10 players per team.
U4 and U6 coaches will be allowed on the field for games.
2 equal periods of 15 minutes.
U8 and U10
U8 and U10 Games will be run according to Ontario Soccer Association Mini Soccer rules.
Exceptions: U8 will allow throw in’s and not kicks ins. As a guide a minimum of 10 and maximum of 13 players per team. Each player to play equal time in line with the player’s physical abilities.Note: The Executive will have the final say on player # per team.
BY-LAW 14 SUBSTITUTES
1. U4 & U6: Every 5 minutes
2. U8 & U10: Substitutions shall be allowed at stoppages, under the control of the referee.
3. U12 & up: As per constitution rules of the League they are playing in.
BY-LAW 15 POINT SYSTEM
1. Three points for a win / defaulted win
One point for a tie
Zero points for a loss / default
2. U8:
Teams tied for first place at the end of the House League season will be awarded 'Joint Championship' and medals will be presented to players on all winning teams. Goals for/against during the regular season will be used to break the tie and determine team standings for preparation of the House League Tournament Day schedule. Largest goal differential will be 5.
3. U10:
Teams tied for first place at the end of the season will use end of season tournament rules. In the event of a tie in the division standings, the tie will be broken as follows:
- Largest goal difference (goals for minus goals against)
- Largest goal average (goals for divided by goals against)
- Most wins
- Penalty shots
- Largest goal differential for any game result will be 5.
BY-LAW 16 RESULTS
1. Coaches shall ensure that the game results are provided to an appointed official before 9:30 pm of the game night in accordance with the rules of the league they play in.
BY-LAW 17 DISCIPLINE, PROTESTS & COMPLAINTS
1. A Disciplinary Committee is made up of the President, the appropriate Convenor , and the Referee Co-ordinator plus any other member of the Executive. The President will call a meeting of the Disciplinary Committee.
2. Any unresolved complaint to be official and requiring action must be put in writing and sent to the President. The complaint must precisely state the problem.
3. Any parties named must be given a copy of the complaint and the opportunity to state their position before any action is taken.
4. The final decision will be made by the Disciplinary Committee. The concerned individuals will be advised of the decision and rationale. Guidelines will be available for the committee.
5. Any disputes between coaches must be settled by the Convenor of the League.
BY-LAW 18 REFEREES
1. The decision of the referee is FINAL. No coach or player will question his/her work during or after the game. No coach will walk onto the field of play or leave the field of play without the referee’s permission.
2. Game sheets are to be completed by the referee and signed by both coaches. The game sheet must be handed in to the Convenor by the referees. Failure to do so may result in no pay for the game.
BY-LAW 19 BRINGING UP OF PLAYERS
1. For the purpose of bringing up players as the need arises, the following rules must be applied:
- Out-of-Town Convenor must be notified (U12 and up)
- Coaches must notify the player's coach before contacting the player
- Refer to the playing rules of the appropriate league.
BY-LAW 20 EXECUTIVE
1. Any member of the Executive who misses three consecutive meetings, without a reasonable excuse, can be replaced by appointment. A motion will be made after the individual has been notified in writing.
2. Any other matters not covered within these By-Laws may be discussed, decided and voted upon by the Executive, and a new By-Law added.
