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[Purpose] [Approach] [Steering Committee Positions] [NMSA Playing Rules]
[Discipline and Appeals] [Fees and Payment] [Steering Committee Meeting]
Purpose
1) Provide youth soccer teams throughout northern Michigan with an
opportunity to play each other in an organized format.
2) Allow teams whose Clubs/League is too small for adequate competition in their
age group to play regular competitive games.
3) Improve communication and cooperation between soccer communities of all
sizes in northern Michigan.
4) NMSA is a Recreational League. Coaches/Clubs are not to select through any means,
players to be included on a Roster.
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Approach
1) All teams register with Michigan State Youth Soccer Association (MSYSA) through one of eight Leagues:
Traverse Bay Area Youth Soccer, Petoskey Youth Soccer Association, Cadillac Soccer Association,
Thunder Bay Soccer Association, Cheboygan Soccer Association, Gaylord
Soccer League,Crawford Ausable Soccer Association, or Indian River Soccer Association. International
teams from Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario also participate.
AYSO registered teams may participate, but must follow NMSA guidelines.
2) Teams must play games within their League rules oversight. Teams also play games against
teams from other Leagues under the rules and oversight of the NMSA.
[The following points apply to NMSA structure and operation]
3)
Age groups range from U10 to U19. Teams must submit a completed Participation Form in order
to be scheduled for play.
4) When possible, teams play three-team round robin series (two games each) at a single venue.
Preferably these round robin series are played at the same time each week (e.g Sunday afternoon-boys,
Saturday afternoon-girls). U15 and up play 40 minute halves, Ul1 to U14, play 30 minute halves and
U10 play 25 minute halves.
5) A pre-season scheduling meeting for each age group is held by NMSA, and team/club representatives
commit to a minimum of four (4) weekends for 3-team competition. Match schedules shall be developed
with an emphasis to minimize and balance travel requirements of all participating teams over the course
of a season. The use of neutral sites is encouraged as one tool to accomplish this. A schedule is prepared
and distributed by NMSA, showing teams, game times and locations.
All teams MUST agree to the schedule set forth by NMSA or will not be scheduled to play!
6) To participate in the NMSA Scheduling process, a team must commit to play on a minimum of four
(4) weekends.
7) NMSA activities are directed by a Steering Committee.
8) The Host Team coach schedules refs.
9)
ALL REFEREES ARE TO BE “USSF’ CERTIFIED.
10) A 3 person USSF Certified Referee System (1 center, 2 Asst. Refs.) Will be used for all 11 vs 11 competitions. All three are paid according to the fee schedule, if they hold current certification. DUAL REFEREE SYSTEM IS NOT ALLOWED!! Two (2) refs on the field. It’s Illegal!! Referees, leagues, and teams that allow the use of this NON-SANCTIONED type of refereeing may face suspension, fines, or both from MSYSA and the Michigan Referees Association.
11) A pre-game discussion between the Ref. Crew and Head Coaches will take place. Points to be covered
will include: expected appropriate behavior from all participants, players, coaching staff, spectators., length
of game, and size of ball, etc. Also how many certified refs? Club lines people? Do I need to get a parent?
Then pay all certified referees.
12) A 30 minute minimum "rest/recovery" period will be scheduled between back to back games a team
may be scheduled for. Player health is of primary importance. If both coaches agree along with the Referee
that a shorter period is sufficient, this would be allowed and would be appropriate during cold weather or
if both teams have full rosters, as an example.
13) In the event a league or team desires to provide for AYSO/crossover play, it is understood that NMSA
games will be scheduled first. FIFA Rules shall apply to all competitions including friendlies, and Player
Passcards are always required.
14) Risk management cards issued by the State Organization are required of any adult volunteer that may
be left alone with a child. This would include: Coach, Asst. Coach, Manager, Trainer, or Parent Volunteer.
In addition, they shall be in the possession of any adult on the player's sideline during competition.
The referee may request to see any persons Risk Management Card
or that person will be removed .
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Steering Committee Positions
Chairman - oversees operation of the Alliance, receives feedback on needed improvements, policy changes,
etc. and works through the steering committee to implement changes. Head Referee – With the Chairman
develops a list of approved game officials. Each community will attempt to identify their Head Referee and
supply that person's contact information to NMSA. They work with the team coach on referee scheduling.
Provides ref orientation on NMSA rules and offers volunteer linesman clinics. Maintains red card file of
documented infractions. Secretary- assists Chairman with clerical duties and
comunications.PYSA, TBAYS, TBSA , Cadillac SA, Cheboygan SA, GSL, CASA,
IRSA, Delegates—(1 from each League + 1 from a league team) 16 total delegates.
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NMSA
Playing Rules
1) All players must have passcards, which are held by the referee during the game. This is non-negotiable.
No passcard-No play. Also signed roster by league registrar.
2) Red card report will be mandatory paper work to be sent in by the ref after round robins.
3) 18 players per team are acceptable for NMSA games, with up to 3 taxi rostered players . Minimum 7 to play.
U12-U11 is 14 players. Minimum 7 to play. U10 is a maximum of 11 players. Minimum to play _?_
4) Players may only play with the team they are registered/assigned to. Coach provides league roster to official.
5) There will be nominally equal playing time for all players . By M.S.Y.S.A. State Rules.
6) All USYSA and MSYSA rules will apply.
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Discipline and Appeals
1) Zero Tolerance: NMSA’s mission is to provide an enjoyable, age-appropriate,
developmental environment for playing the game of soccer. The underlying
principle is : “ Let the players play the game.” It is recognized that
incidents may occur that will upset or cause disagreement between the
party’s involved. It is not acceptable as a spectator, coach or player to
exhibit behavior verbally, non-verbally or physically that is
inappropriate and not in keeping with the spirit of the game. The Referee
has the authority per FIFA to issue cautions or send-offs to players and
coaches. Should spectators become abusive, it is expected that the Referee
Crew and coaches will work together, unilaterally to solve the problem
before play continues. If a solution cannot be obtained, then the referee
has the authority to suspend/cancel further play and report the incident
to the participating leagues and NMSA. No winner declared.
2) Red cards handled per MSYSA requirements; Head Referee holds passcards; coach
must apprise head ref if tournament games are involved in the suspension.
3) Problem player/coach/parent: All situations best handled as close to the
problem as possible. First coach to parent, coach to player, ref to
player, ref to coach. etc. If not, then to the league of registry, with
notification to MSYSA Secretary.
4) Each Coach will have pre-stamped, self-addressed envelopes addressed to their
registering league at each game, in the
event a red card is issued. This will facilitate the return of the
passcard to the coach.
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Fees and
Payment
1) Each scheduling team will be required to pay a $5.00 administration fee each season.
2) Each team will be required to contribute toward paying the referees. If
volunteer linesman are used, do not pay. Payment shall take place prior
to the start of the game. After coaches have verified system of play. 1,
2, or 3 certified Refs.
Each team pays half the USSF Certified Referee fee for each game.
*U10...Certified Center $20.00, can use non pay club assistants or certified AR $10.00
*U11 & U12...Certfied Center $ 20.00/game, certified. AR $ 10.00 each/game.
*U13 & U14...Certfied Center $ 30.00/game, certified. AR $ 15.00 each/game
*U15 & above...Certfied Center $ 40.00/game, certified. AR $ 20.00 each/game
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Steering Committee Meeting
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The steering committee will meet at least twice a year to prepare for each
season. The Chairperson for the purpose of rule revision, disciplinary
action, or any other appropriate purpose can call special meetings.
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NMSA History
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