Referees

If you are interested in refereeing with us please complete THIS form and connect directly with our Technical Director.  

  • Full details on becoming a referee in BC can be found at https://www.bcsoccer.net/referees/
  • Returning Referees – Returning referees are encouraged to complete their refresher course online by following the details HERE.

LAWS OF THE GAME:

  • IFAB 11 v 11 Laws of the Game - HERE
  • BC Soccer Small Sided Laws of the Game - HERE
  • Canada Soccer Grassroots Standards - HERE

Quick League Rules Summary

CategoryU5/67U8/9U10U11U12/13U14 to U18
Ball Size344445
Game Format3v3 (no GK)5v5 (4+GK)7v7 (6+GK)7v7 (6+GK)9v9 (7+GK)11v11 (10+GK)
Length of Game3 x 10min2 x 20min2 x 25min2 x 25min2 x 40min2 x 40min
Kick-In / Throw-InKick-InKick-InKick-InThrow InThrow InThrow In
Retreat LineHalfHalfHalfHalfThirdNone
OffsideNoneIf abusedIf abusedIf abusedAttacking ThirdFIFA
Direct / IndirectAll indirectAll indirectAll indirectAll indirectFIFAFIFA
Penalty KicksNoneno (indirect)no (indirect)YESYESYES