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Policies
Please see our policies by scrolling down.
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discipline
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forfeits
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lost and found
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parking & facilities
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protests
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refunds
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rosters & age groups
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scheduling
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weather
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I. discipline
A player shown two single yellow cards during a session will serve a one-game suspension in the first match immediately following the second yellow card. The player's yellow card count resets upon his return.
A player or coach shown two red cards (or dismissed twice) during a session is suspended for the remainder of the season, including friendlies and playoffs and may be required to meet with the league's disciplinary board.
A player or coach shown a red card for violent conduct is suspended for three matches.
A player or coach shown a red card (or observed to commit) violent conduct against a match or league official is suspended for three matches and must meet with the league's disciplinary board in addition to requirements of United States Soccer Federation protocol.
A red card suspension or dismissal pertains to all teams/rosters. A suspended player or coach may not enter a league facility on the suspended date.
II. forfeits & no-shows
In the event a team forfeits its game, a 7-0 score will be given to the other team and a $75.00 FINE WILL BE APPLIED TO THE NO SHOW TEAM.
The $75.00 fine must be paid 5 days before the forfeiting team next game.
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III. guests & borrowed players
No guest players are allowed. Only players on the team roster are eligible to play.
If a team is playing a friendly match it may in good faith add an eligible player from another team, but only with the consent of the referee and the opposing coach.
No players - guest or borrowed - are eligible to participate in league matches at any time. However, if a league match is deemed a forfeit (must be declared in advance) and the match becomes a friendly, borrowed players are welcome to play pending the aforementioned consent of the referee and opposing coach.
Violation of any of the above regulations will result in forfeiture of applicable games.
IV. lost and found
Rhode Island Futsal Association and facilities are not responsible for lost items. Items lost at West Warwick Civic Center, RI and other facilities can be claimed during weekend opening hours or during the week after school.
V. parking/facilities
Please park only in marked spaces.
All spectators must remain in the assigned areas during the games. No spectators will be allowed behind goal lines, players benches on anywhere near the courts.
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In the event an spectator violates this guideline, said spectator will be invited to leave the complex and the spectator's team might forfeit the game in question.
No child should be unattended in our facilities. Young spectators must remain with a parent or guardian at all times.
VI. protests
No protests are allowed. All decisions by referees, league directors and tournament directors are final.
VII. refunds
League: Up until the registration is closed minus the administration fee, a 75% refund may be given. No refunds will be given thereafter. Or unless outlined in the team registration form.
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Tournaments: Up until the registration is closed minus the administration fee, a 75% refund may be given. No refunds will be given thereafter. Or unless outlined in the team registration form.
VIII. rosters
Players must be rostered to participate in games. Coaches must provide a paper copy of their roster to the referee during check-in prior to the match. Additional roster instructions will be provided to each coach/manager prior to the start of league play. Only players who are on rosters and cleared waivers and insurance are eligible to participate.
Rosters may include up to 12 players and a maximum number of coach/manager on each team roster is 3.
Teams can add to their roster up to the second week of play.​
Single year age grouping for 2024-25 Season:
Note - players may always play in an "older" age group, but never a younger one. Due to the recent change of age groups by U.S. Soccer, all age groups are expected to be more younger than older, and for league play on Saturdays and Sundays, sensible overlap will occur within high school and U14 divisions.
IX. scheduling
Scheduling for the first week occurs as early as possible. We normally reserve the remainder of the schedule until the conclusion of the first or second week. This is to confirm the level of play in all divisions and make any changes necessary before posting the rest of the schedule.
We are often able to fulfill one or two minor scheduling requests, but these must be submitted at the time of registration.
Games are booked into anticipated time ranges but may slide over such ranges depending on the number of teams and the availability of facilities. Expected dates and times are guides only and are subject to change.
X. weather
In the event that inclement weather or any other 'Acts of God' causes cancellation of games, every effort will be made to make up the games. However, there are no guarantees and no refunds will be issued.
Generally speaking, a couple inches and games are on as scheduled. More than 2-3 inches and there will likely be an adjusted schedule (delayed start/early closure) or complete postponement/cancellation. Facility closure decisions are at the discretion of the facility.
Announcements will be posted on the Rhode Island Futsal Association and website platform and via social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram). Coaches and managers will receive email only in the event of changes to the schedule. All are advised to check the web site up to one hour before departing for games.
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