Rules and Regulations / Terms and Conditions - Tournaments, Friendlies, and General Play

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2Addictive Lifestyles Soccer tournaments, friendlies, and general play are always action-packed, small-sided games that'll keep you on your feet throughout the whole game! Quick Feet, Keep fit, and Show off some Tricks!

General Rules

• All games are played with the 2Addictive soccer ball.
• Court measures are: 16m x 12.5 m
• 4 v 4 (1 goalie + 3 on field for adults)
• Please bring your own gloves. 2addictivelifestyles facility does have gloves but it may not be the correct size for your goalie.
• Match: Kick-off is from the center circle – each team will have a kick-off per half.
• After a goal has been scored, the game will be re-started by the team who conceded the goal kicking off from the center. Both teams must be in their half at kick-off.
• Play begins after the referee's whistle.
• Wearing jewellery is not advised and may prevent the game from starting.
• No slide tackles are allowed. Infringement may result in a free kick + a yellow or red card.
• No pushing players into fencing or unsafe tackles from the back against the fence.
• Free kicks may be direct or indirect at the referee's discretion.
• If a player enters the goalie's square, it automatically becomes the opposite team's ball.
• The Referee's decision is final, and no discussions will be entered into on or off the field.
• Complaints should be directed to management via email at info@2addictive.com.au
• Disclaimer: All players participate at their own risk at 2Addictive Lifestyles and acknowledge and agree to waive all claims and liability for any loss, damage, injury, or expense. A waiver must be signed before playing at 2Addictive Lifestyles.

Guest Players:

• A guest player may play with a team if cleared by 2Addictive Lifestyles staff for one week if the team is short a player.
• Guest players should not continually play for the team unless they are replacing a current player.
• Guest players cannot play in the finals if their team reached that point.
• We aim to keep it fun and social, ensuring fair play.

Shin Pads/Footwear:

• Shin pads are recommended but not compulsory.
• Only indoor soccer boots and runners are allowed on the field. No studs.

Points:

• Teams earn 3 points for a win, 1 point for a draw, and 0 for a loss.
• League position is decided by points, followed by goal difference, followed by goals scored. Gala days are knock-out competitions.

Suspended Players / Behaviour:

• Respect between teams and referees is required.
• Teams playing a suspended player automatically lose 10-0.
• Suspended players must serve their suspension.
• Fighting results in a permanent ban.
• A yellow card is a warning; 2 yellows lead to suspension.
• Serious foul play may result in longer suspension or a ban.
• Camera footage may be used to make decisions and shared with authorities if needed.

Kick-Off & Forfeits:

• Arrive 10-15 minutes before kick-off to pay game fees upfront.
• Be ready at the appointed kick-off time. A 5-minute lateness grace period applies.
• Teams failing to appear forfeit 10-0, and repeated absences may result in removal from the league.
• Teams may be required to pay for 2 matches in advance.
• Stopped games are rescheduled; leaving early results in a 3-0 loss.

Fixture:

• Match schedules are posted on the website and in the 2Addictive facility.
• Team captains can collect player details and waivers from staff.
• All league results are displayed on the website.

Substitutions:

• Substitutions are unlimited during the game, with referee awareness.
• Substitutes must stay outside the pitch perimeter.
• Goalies can be substituted when the ball is in their hands.

Goalkeepers:

• Only the goalkeeper can play the ball inside the goal area and handle the ball there.
• The goalkeeper can return the ball into play by rolling or kicking it.

Final Rules:

• Team that has most points and is at the top of the league wins. If points are tied aswell as goal difference, a finals placing will be held.
  (This will apply if a league has over 6 teams)
• 4 teams reach the Semi-Finals.
• The bottom 2 play a knockout game for 3rd place.
• The Finals follow 3rd place, with potential extra time.
• Only season-long players participate in finals.
• Penalties may occur in finals if a tie persists.
• The 2Addictive Lifestyle Ref reserves the right to determine the winner.