OVERVIEW
The Spring Classics Football Tournament is an invitational tournament in nature. Youth football teams from schools/clubs have been selected by the Springs Classics organizing committee to participate in this football competition. General aspects of the tournament are based, for the
most part, on the provisions of the regulations of the International Football Federation (FIFA)
Given the age of the participants, the principle of FAIR PLAY must be demonstrated and modelled by everyone involved.
AGE OF PARTICIPANTS
U7
All participating players must be 7 years old or younger (Born 2016 or after). Players who become 8 years old in the year of the competition (2023) will not be eligible to participate. It is the responsibility of the delegates/coaches of each team to ensure that their team complies with
this rule.
U8
All participating players must be 8 years old or younger (Born 2015 or after). Players who become 9years old in the year of the competition (2023) will not be eligible to participate. It is the responsibility of the delegates/coaches of each team to ensure that their team complies with
this rule.
U9
All participating players must be 9 years old or younger (Born 2014 or after). Players who become 10 years old in the year of the competition (2023) will not be eligible to participate. It is the responsibility of the delegates/coaches of each team to ensure that their team complies with
this rule.
U10
All participating players must be 10 years old or younger (Born 2013 or after). Players who become 11 years old in the year of the competition (2023) will not be eligible to participate. It is the responsibility of the delegates/coaches of each team to ensure that their team complies with
this rule.
U11
All participating players must be 11 years old or younger (Born 2012 or after). Players who
become 12 years old in the year of the competition (2023) will not be eligible to participate. It is
the responsibility of the delegates/coaches of each team to ensure that their team complies with
this rule.
U13
All participating players must be 13 years old or younger (Born 2010 or after). Players who
become 14 years old in the year of the competition (2023) will not be eligible to participate. It is the responsibility of the delegates/coaches of each team to ensure that their team complies with this rule.
U7
This is a 5 vs 5 Tournament. Field dimension is 35 x 30 scrimmage goals will be used in this tournament (Goalkeepers are allowed to use their hands)
DURATION OF GAME
30 minutes will be allotted to each game.
There will be 2 halves, each being 15 minutes in duration.
No offside rule
No foul throw
There will be a 3 -minute half time break
Teams will play in round robin format, top 4 will play in the semi finals 1 plays 4 and 2 will play 3. If games are tied straight penalties, penalties will be 3 players per team, if that is tied then sudden death.
U8
This is a 6 vs 6 Tournament. Field dimension is 40 x 30m hockey goals will be used in
this tournament (Goalkeepers are allowed to use their hands)
DURATION OF GAME
30 minutes will be allotted to each game.
There will be 2 halves, each being 15 minutes in duration.
No offside rule
No foul throw
There will be a 3-minute half time break
Teams will play in round robin format, teams will then be ranked 1 to 4 to play in the semi finals
1 plays 4 and 2 will play 3. If games are tied straight penalties, penalties will be 3 players per
team, if that is tied then sudden death.
U9
This is a 7 vs 7 Tournament. Field dimension is 50 x 40 hockey goals will be used in this tournament (Goalkeepers are allowed to use their hands)
DURATION OF GAME
30 minutes will be allotted to each game.
There will be 2 halves, each being 15 minutes in duration.
No offside rule
No foul throw
There will be a 3-minute half time break
Number 1 ranked overall team will get a bye to the semi finals, next 6 teams will play of for a
semi finals spot, 2 plays 7, 3 plays 6 and 4 plays 5 this for a place in the semi finals. If games
are tied straight penalties, penalties will be 3 players per team, if that is tied then sudden death.
U 10
This is a 7 vs 7 Tournament Field dimension is 50m x 40m Prep School goals will be used in this tournament (Goalkeepers are allowed to use their hands)
DURATION OF GAME
40 minutes will be allotted to each game.
There will be 2 halves, each being 20 minutes in duration.
Offside will be enforced
Foul throw enforced
There will be a 3-minute half time break
Number 1 ranked overall team will get a bye to the semi finals, next 6 teams will play of for a
semi finals spot, 2 plays 7, 3 plays 6 and 4 plays 5 this for a place in the semi finals. If games
are tied straight penalties, penalties will be 3 players per team, if that is tied then sudden death.
U11
This is a 9 vs.9 Tournament. Field dimension is 70m x 50m.Prep School goals will be used in this tournament (Goalkeepers are allowed to use their hands)
DURATION OF GAME
40 minutes will be allotted to each game.
There will be 2 halves, each being 20 minutes in duration.
Offside will be enforced
Foul throw will be enforced
There will be a 5-minute half time break
4 teams will advance to the semi finals, the winner of each group and the best 2 nd place team, teams will be ranked from 1 to 4 with 1 vs 4 and 2 vs 3 for semifinal .If games are tied straight penalties, penalties will be 5 players per team, if that is tied then sudden death.
U13
This is a 9 vs.9 Tournament. Field dimension is 70m x 50m.Prep School goals will be used in this tournament (Goalkeepers are allowed to use their hands)
DURATION OF GAME
40 minutes will be allotted to each game.
There will be 2 halves, each being 20 minutes in duration.
Offside will be enforced
Foul throw will be enforced
There will be a 5-minute half time break
Teams will be ranked from 1 to 8 for the quarter final pairs, 1 vs 9, 2 vs 7, 3 vs 6 and 4 vs 5. If games are tied straight penalties, penalties will be 5 players per team, if that is tied then sudden death.
ALL TEAMS WILL PLAY ON SUNDAY
POINTS SYSTEM
Teams will be awarded 3 points for a win, 1 point for a draw/tie and no points for a loss.
Top teams from each zone will advance to the finals.
KNOCKOUT STAGE
To qualify for the finals stage, it is possible that two teams may be tied on points. If this is so, standard FIFA rules will apply.
If games are tied in knockout stage, we will proceed immediately to penalties. There will be 3 penalty kicks per team. If score is still tied, we will proceed to “sudden death” penalty kicks.
Team OBLIGATIONS
1. The teams must be at the venue at least 30 minutes before the appointed match time.
2. Players MUST be dressed appropriately (shirt, shorts, shin pads, socks and shoes).
3. For a game to be considered official, each team must submit a minimum of 5 properly uniformed players.
4. The teams have unlimited substitutions and players are free to re-enter the game after being substituted.
5. If a team arrives late, they are deemed to have forfeited the match and their opponents are credited with 3 goals (3-0).
6. If a team does not report to the pitch for play, their opponents get 3 points and 3 goals (3-0).
OBLIGATIONS OF COACHES/DELEGATES
1. Be 18 years of age or older.
2. Comply with and enforce the rules of the tournament.
3. Show absolute respect for the referee and the organization
4. Should not be associated with any of the events related to the tournament while intoxicated or under the influence of illegal drugs.
5. Should ensure that the team takes care of the venue (no damage done to the property). The school/Club will be held liable for any damage done to the facilities.
6. Should ensure the health of the players and comply with the decisions of the medical staff retained by the organization
7. Avoid violence and misconduct.
NOTE:
The following are considered to be misdemeanors:
1. Physical assault of the referee
2. Invasion of the field by parents or school representatives
3. Verbal assault directed at the referee, opponents or organizers
Misconduct or criminal activity on the part of the participating schools, their students and their guardians.
NOTE: Failure to adhere to the following rules will result in
automatic dismissal of your team from this tournament. The team
will also be subject to an evaluation before being considered for
participation in any future tournaments.
