LEAGUE RULES ENGLESH

We are thrilled to have you, and your team join us this season. Our league is built on the values of competition, camaraderie, and continuous improvement, and we’re excited to provide a space where players can showcase their skills and teams can grow together.

At Liga del Pacifico, our mission is to offer top-quality service and ensure that every game is an unforgettable experience. We’re committed to creating a positive environment where each team represents the spirit of sportsmanship and fair play.

Thank you for being part of our league. We look forward to a season full of exciting matches, strong performances, and lasting memories. Let’s make this a great season together!

1.     Payments and Fees

-          Player ID fee of $25 for all credentials except 7vs7 which are $15

-          Teams can choose to pay their game fee before their game at the office, the day of their game, or when they pick up their cards at the office.

-          Teams that forfeit must pay double the game fee, depending on their division.

-          Expired credentials are not valid; renewal fees: $20 before expiration, $25 after expiration.

-          Teams that refuse to play with 7 players must pay double the referee fee

2. Player Registration and Eligibility

• Registrations close on week 8
• Players have until week #5 to change teams. If a player plays ON week #5, they cannot switch teams and has to play with the team they last played with.
• Players can only play in ONE division on Sundays. Violations result in a forfeit and 5 game suspension.
• Expulsions: $40 fine for red cards; players expelled for two yellow cards can play after paying a $30 fine. Three red card expulsions disqualify the player for the rest of the tournament.
• Players can play with an ID or other credential (name and photo); for the first two games.
• Players must have credentials by the 3^rd game or use a $5 temporary pass (valid for one game). If a player with a pass wants to play for another team, they must rest a game before switching teams.
• Temporary passes can be used until week #5
• Players play at their own risk. Minors must have parental permission to participate.

3. Game Rules and Play

• Sundays: No additional benefits for league table after a tie; only applies to the playoffs.
• Game duration: 40 minutes (Over-40), 40 minutes (Sun), and 25 minutes (7vs7) with 15-minute extensions if both teams request. Time is deducted from the total.
•  For a team to win by forfeit, they must have 7 players with credentials on the field before the requested extension ends.
• Check rosters for goals, yellow & red cards. Turn into the ref at the end of the game. If not submitted, goals won’t be counted.
• The league relies on player ids to count each game, not rosters. Make sure to hand them all in.
• Playing without credentials: If both teams agree, the match is valid; no protests can be made to the league about this.
• If a team forgets credentials, they can play the first half with an ID. Before the second half, they must show their credentials. Failure to do so results in a forfeit. (This rule doesn’t apply in the playoffs.)

4. Player Conduct and Disciplinary Actions

• Players with earrings must remove them before the game. The league is not responsible for any injuries.
• If there is a fight or player assault during the match, the game is terminated, and the team responsible loses the match.
• Teams responsible for fights on the field are fined $500 and can be expelled from the league after repeated offenses.
• Teams drinking on the field will be expelled, fined $500, and players involved cannot play until the fine is paid.
• If a fight or brawl occurs and a team’s fans or players get involved, that team loses the game.
• If a player assaults a referee, they are permanently banned from the league, and the team automatically loses the game. The incident may be reported to authorities.

5. Field and Equipment Regulations

• The home team has priority in uniform selection. The away team must change or wear bibs.
• Uniforms must be identical (no jersey sharing).
• The goalkeeper must have a number.
• All players on a team must wear matching jerseys and shorts, including color, logo, and design. Failure to comply may result in a forfeit.

6. Protests and Disputes

• If a team wishes to protest a match, they must inform the referee during or at the end of the game. If not, the protest is not valid.
• If a fan group invades the field during a game, the opposing team has the right to protest.
• If fans insult opposing players and refuse to leave when instructed, the referee will end the game and the team will lose.

7. General Responsibilities

• Please make sure to check rosters before handing them to the ref. The league is not responsible for errors on rosters after the game. This includes goals, players, red and yellow cards.
• Teams qualifying for the playoffs will receive a score sheet with eligible players. This applies to some divisions, not all.
• Team managers/coaches are responsible for leaving the field clean after the game and ensuring no alcohol or smoking on the field.
• Players must respect referees during the game and remember that their behavior sets an example for others, including children watching the game.
• Coaches must check their credentials when handed to them. The league is not responsible for lost credentials after the game.
• No alcohol or smoking in fields
• Please pick up any trash left on fields at the end of the game

Office Hours:

Monday: 10am-6pm

Tuesday: CLOSED

Wednesday: 10am-7pm

Thursday: 10am -6pm

Friday: 10am-7pm

Saturday: 11am-6pm

Sunday: 9am-2pm