Real Mundial FC has a winter indoor youth soccer league for ages U6, through HS at Battlefield Sportsplex located in Manassas VA. Two sessions of 8 highly competitive games are offered. In order to provide “competition at it’s best”, some divisions are divided into classic and premiere. We are confident that at the end of the sessions, players will have enhance their skills and improve their performance and stamina in preparation for the outdoor season. So register now as space is limited.
If you have additional questions or for team registrations, please contact Julio Lucero at (571) 437-9447 or email: futbol@realmundial.com.
| Session I 2018-19 | Session II 2019 | |
|---|---|---|
| Date | December 2- January 20 | February 3-March 17 |
| Number of games | 8 | 7 |
| Length of games | 2-25 minute halves (U10 and older) 2-20 minute halves (U8-U9 ) 2-16 minute halves (U7 and younger) |
2-25 minute halves (U10 and older) 2-20 minute halves (U8-U9) 2-16 minute halves (U7 and younger) |
| Awards | Team trophy, medals for 1st and 2nd place | Team trophy, medals for 1st and 2nd place |
| Players on the field | 7 v 7 (6 field players plus goalie) for U10 and older 6 v6 for U8-U9 5 v 5 for U7 and younger |
7 v 7 (6 field players plus goalie) for U10 and older 6 v 6 for U8-U9 5 v 5 for U7 and younger |
| Player registration required | wristband provided | wristband provided |
| Cost per player | $90 U10 and older $50 U9 and younger |
$90 U10 and older $75 U9 $60 U7 and younger |
Rules and Regulations
Equipment:
Teams are required to have matching numbered uniforms. Only indoor shoes are allowed. Shin guards are required.
Coaches/Team Managers:
Coaches/team managers are the representative for the team and are responsible for passing on any information that Real Mundial FC needs to communicate to each team. The coach/team manager is also responsible for ensuring that his team is aware of the rules of the game as well as Battlefield Sportsplex rules and policies.
Players:
All players must be registered. For indoor purposes, all players must check in at least 20 minutes prior to a game. A wristband will be provided so that a player can enter the playing field. A player not displaying a wrist band can result in his team forfeiting.
A player may be rostered to two teams as long as the teams are not in the same age division. Player must pay the full registration fee for each team.
Real Mundial FC has the right to deny an individual participation in the league.
Team Rosters:
If a non-registered player is found playing on the field, the opposing team will be awarded a 2-0 loss. It is the responsibility of the coach/team manager to know which players are rostered. Real Mundial FC reserves the right to check players at any time to ensure teams are following this policy. Mandatory roster checks will be conducted for all playoff and championship games or at any time at the discretion of the league.
If a team suspects an unregistered player or other illegal activity associated with other team, they should inform the league officials immediately. If this activity is discovered after the game is completed, the team should notify the referee and file a formal written protest to the League Officials.
Official Games:
A game is considered “official” after one completed half of play. If there is an unforeseen circumstance such as a power outage etc. the current score will stand as official once a complete half has been played. In case a game is suspended due to verbal or physical assault to a referee, the opposing team will be awarded an automatic 2-0 win or actual score if opposing team is winning,
Forfeits:
Coach/team managers must notify the league officials of Real Mundial FC of their intent to forfeit at least 48 hours prioir to a game. Real Mundial FC will notify the other team. If a team shows up to play and the opposing team does not show up, the team present will win by forfeit. The team that did not show up will be responsible for all referee fees.. In the case of a forfeited game, the team present will be allowed to use the field to practice or scrimmage. However, Real Mundial FC reserves the right to use the field for other activities at the discretion of management.
Forfeiture will be incurred if a team fails to field the minimum number of players (4 player minimum) within five minutes from the start of the game clock.
Game clock will not stop once it has started, and will not be reset if a team shows up late. Any team no-show will result in a 2-0 victory for opposing team. The game will not be rescheduled.
After the first forfeit, the team that forfeited will receive a warning. If a team forfeits two times in one session, the team will be pulled from the league and registration money will be forfeited.
Sportsmanship:
Individuals are expected to play within the rules of the game and to the best of their ability to avoid causing injury to themselves and other persons using the facility.
Referees:
Referees appointed to officiate each game have complete authority on the field of play, and their decisions are final. Officiating will be monitored and assessed periodically. Real Mundial FC will not overturn any calls made by the referee during the course of a game. Each team is responsible for paying the referee fee.
Complaints regarding referees should be submitted in writing via email. Please include the game date, time, and field number, and your name and the name of your team. Real Mundial FC will review complaints written 24 hours after a game. No verbal or written complaints will be accepted immediately following a game.
INDOOR SOCCER RULEBOOK
The Rules below are either substituted for, or supplemental to FIFA soccer rules. Any situations not covered below fall under the jurisdiction of FIFA.
Warm-Up Area:
Real Mundial FC does not guarantee areas for teams to warm-up prior to their games. Teams will have approximately two minutes to warm-up prior to the start of the game. There is no guarantee that these two minutes will be available.
Roster:
Roster size will be at the coach’s discretion.
Format and Game Length:
Teams play 6 v 6 which includes the goalkeeper. Games are two 25 minute periods with a two minute half-time. Game clock will not stop once it has started and will not be reset.
Substitutions:
Substitutions are free and unlimited as long as such substitutions do not interfere with the flow of the game. Each substitution must wait until the player they are substituting for is off the field before they can enter. Teams that violate this rule will be given a warning by the referee for having too many players on the field.
Out of Bounds
Turf Field 1 & 2 – The ball is in play throughout the arena, including the walls/glass, side netting and the ceiling netting. Any ball touching the wall/ netting above the goal is considered out of bounds .
Free Kicks:
All free kicks are direct. On all free kicks, the defensive team must remain three feet from the ball until the ball is kicked. Only one whistle will be sounded for free kicks.
Slide Tackling:
Slide tackling is not allowed.
Center Line Rule:
The center line rule is in effect whenever the keeper is in possession of the ball with his hands. Prior to crossing the center line, the distributed ball must first touch the floor outside of the box, a side wall, a teammate, or an opposing player. The center line rule will apply to drop-kicks as well throws by the keeper. If the ball crosses the center line without touching one of the above, a violation results in a direct free kick from the center line. If the keeper dribbles the ball outside of the box, the center line rule no longer applies.
Penalty Kicks:
Penalty kicks shall be taken from the penalty area near the top the keeper box. When the whistle is blown, the kicker may take one (1) step to make his/her direct kick.
Yellow and Red Cards:
All cards given by referees are final, and are not subject to protest.
Yellow Card Policy: Any player that receives a yellow card will be sent off for a three minute penalty. The team of that carded player shall play a person down for the duration of those three minutes. The referee shall keep track of the three minute penalty and inform the penalized team when the penalty is completed, at which time the player can return to the field of play. Any player that receives two yellow cards in a game will be sent off the field for the duration of the game. The team shall play down for the duration of the game.
Red Card Policy: Any player that receives a red card shall be sent completely off the playing area and will not be allowed to return.
A player or coach that is red carded during a game by a referee will automatically be suspended for the next game of the league. Any team that causes a game to be called by the referee before time has expired due to unsportsmanlike conduct or extreme unsafe play shall forfeit that game with the score remaining as it stands at the time of the forfeit if the opposing team was winning. If not the opposing team will get a 2-0 win.
Real Mundial FC has a ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY toward fighting. Anyone fighting will be ejected and banned from further participation.
Standings:
Teams will receive 3 points for a win, 1 point for a tie, and 0 points for a loss. Any tie breakers shall be determined in the following order:
- The team with the most points
- Most goals scored
- Less goals against
Playoffs:
For age divisions of 10 teams or more, the 8 top teams based on standings will go into the quarter finales. Team 1 will play against team 8, team 2 against team 7, etc. In case of a tie, the team with the better standing based on the general table will advance to the semi-finals.
For age divisions with 8-6 teams, the four top teams based on the standings will advance to the semi-finals. Team 1 will play against Team 4 and Team 2 will play against Team 3. The winner of each games will advance to the championship. In case of a tie the teams will go into penalties ( 3 for each team). In case of a tie, one penalty will be awarded to each team until there is a winner.
For age divisions with 4 teams, the top two teams will go directly to into the finals.
Semi-Finals:
In case of a tie, teams will go into penalties with 3 penalties given to each team. If teams are still tied, one penalty will be given to each team until there is a winner.
Finals:
In case of a tie, teams will go into penalties with 3 penalties given to each team. If teams are still tied, one penalty will be given to each team until there is a winner.
Awards:
Medals will be awarded to the first and second place teams in each division by Real Mundial FC.
