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Law A League
• Law A1 By-laws
• Law A2 Laws of the Game
• Law A3 Playing Season
• Law A4 Playoffs
• Law A5 Championships
• Law A6 Tie in Standings
• Law A7 Game Balls
• Law A8 Substitutions
• Law A9 Game Tied After 90 Minutes of Regulation Play
• Law A10 WPSL Point System
• Law A11 League and Division Structure
• Law A11.1 Regional Flexibility
• Law A12 League Schedule
• Law A13 Cancellations
• Law A14 No Shows/Forfeit
• Law A14.1 Non Performance of Home Team
• Law A15 Quarters
• Law A16 Provisional Teams
Law B Team
• Law B1 Operation Fees
• Law B2 Other Fees
• Law B3 Roster
• Law B4 Conduct & Appearance of Team Bench Personnel
• Law B5 Bench Requirements
• Law B6 Game Day Reports
• Law B6.1 Travel Information Sheet
• Law B7 Disbanding
• Law B8 Risks
• Law B9 Indemnification
• Law B10 Uniforms
Law C Players
• Law Cl Amateur and Professional
• Law C2 Foreign Player Status
• Law C3 Participation
• Law C4 Registration
• Law C5 Player Pass
• Law C5.1 Registrar
• Law C5.2 Player Registration
• Law C6 Illegal Player
• Law C7 Transfer and Releases
• Law C8 Insurance
• Law C9 Risks
• Law C10 All-Star Team
• Law C11 League Recognition
• Law C12 Uniforms
Law D Referees
• Law Dl Registration
• Law D2 Game
• Law D3 Field Inspection
• Law D4 Fee
• Law D5 Fee Disbursement
• Law D6 Assistant
• Law D7 Team Assistant
• Law D8 Team Assistant Responsibilities
• Law D9 No Show
• Law D10 WPSL Rules
• Law D11 Referee Suspension
Law E Discipline
• Law El League Commissioner
• Law E2 Cautions
• Law E3 Ejections
• Law E4 Serving Ejections
Law F Facilities
• Law Fl Playing Field
• Law F2 Nets and Comer Flags
• Law F3 Benches
• Law F4 Referee Provisions
• Law F5 Water & Ice
• Law F6 Trainer
• Law F7 Back-Up Field
• Law F8 Fans
Law G Minimum Standards
• Law G1
• Law G.1 Adherence
Law H NCAA
• Law H1 Rules for NCAA Division I Players
• Law H1.1
• Law H1.2
• Law H1.3
• Law H1.4
• Law H1.5
• Law H2
Law A League
Law A1 By-Laws
The Constitution and By-Laws will govern the operations of the Women's Premier Soccer League (WPSL). The Constitution and By-Laws may be Amended changed or deleted or have new language adopted by a majority of the teams in good standing. Any changes not written can be made by a majority of teams of good standing.
Law A2 Laws of the Game
All games under the jurisdiction of the League shall be conducted according to the rules and regulations recognized by the League. Playing Rules of the League shall be those adopted by the most recent USSF/FIFA rulebook except for those exceptions listed herein.
Law A3 Playing Season
The playing season of the League should start on May 1st, though that date is not a mandatory start for all teams, and end no later than the first weekend of August. Each team must start by mid-May. Each team in the League must play every team in its division home and away. If the league has two Divisions, every team will play home and away in it's division and one game will be played with every team in the other division with half home and away games. The following year the teams will alternate home and away. Second division teams can play limited games within the league.
Law A4 Playoffs
All Playoff Games shall be under the control and supervision of the League.
Law A5 League Championships and Playoffs
The team that wins its Division may be required to play another Division winner to determine the Final Four Championship. The League Champion will be the winner of the Championship Tournament. A team will not be considered for the Championship Tournament unless all league dues are current within four weeks of the start of playoffs.
Law A6 Tie in Standings
In case of a tie in the Final League Standings the following tiebreaker will be used only when a playoff is not feasible.
1) Goal difference between the two teams.
2) Goals difference within the Division.
3) Goal difference within the entire League.
4) Most goals scored within League.
5) Least goals scored against within League.
6) Tiebreaker to be determined by a coin toss.
Law A7 Game Balls
The home team must provide the referee with at least three (3) game balls prior to the kickoff. The referee will return all game balls to the home team upon completion of the game.
Every team must submit to the league what type of game balls they will be using by April 15th. The balls must be stamped FIFA match approved or approved by the League.
Law A8 Substitutions
Each team will be allowed 20 players on the game day roster from the unlimited team roster. Substitutions may be allowed on any dead ball situation.
Law A9 Game Tied After 90 Minutes of Regulation Play
In the event of a tie after 90 minutes, the game ends in a tie with each team receiving one (1) point.
Law A10 WPSL Point System
- Win 3 points
- Tie 1 point
- Loss 0 points
- Forfeit - 3 points
Law A11 League and Division Structure
Premier First Division will be organized on a regional basis.
Law A11.1 Regional Flexibility
1. Propose schedule deadlines to the League office
2. Conference calls/meetings
3. Submit schedule to League for approval
4. Financial arrangements not in conflict with the WPSL Constitution
However, if any of the decisions will affect the entire league financially or otherwise, the entire league must approve the decision.
Law A12 League Schedule
The schedule is the ultimate responsibility of the League. The league schedule, once issued by the league office, shall not be changed without the consent of the League.
The schedule posted on the league website is the official schedule. It is the responsibility of each team to ensure the schedule posted on the league website is accurate, no change in the league schedule will be considered without a completed game change request form sent to the League office 7 days prior to any change. A team may not schedule a Sunday game later than 3pm if the road team is traveling more than 200 miles or the visiting team approves of a time change.
Law A13 Cancellations
The cancellation procedure is as follows:
No game may be canceled prior to the scheduled date unless both teams and the Director of Operations and League Commissioner agree. If a stadium is closed (due to "acts of God" or circumstances beyond control) the league must receive notice in writing, a statement of closure from the facility owner immediately after closure. The Regional Commissioner shall determine the policy of rainouts and all other cancellations including games in progress.
The League Commissioner, Regional Commissioners, and Director of Operations will determine on a case-by-case basis whether or not a game is considered a cancellation or a forfeit.
Any postponed game must be re-schedule within 72 hours. If the two teams do not agree on the date/time of the rescheduled game, the League office will make the final decision.
Authority To Delay Or Postpone A Match
Once in progress, a match may be delayed or postponed due to unfavorable weather and/or other adverse conditions beyond the control of the participating teams which would make the playing of the match impractical or dangerous. Only the referee and either the League Commissioner or Regional Commissioner has the authority to delay or postpone a scheduled match. The referee has the final word on delays due to weather.
If a match needs to be terminated and the first half has been completed, the match will count as a complete and official match.
If a match is terminated prior to completion of the first half, the teams must contact the League Commissioner to discuss a reschedule date.
Grace Period Before Abandoning A Match
Unless both teams and the referee agree to an alternate plan, teams must wait at least one hour before abandoning a match that has been delayed. The one hour grace period may be extended, up to a maximum of three hours from the time the match is delayed, if there is a likelihood of resuming the match that day. Because of the cost and difficulty of rescheduling, every attempt should be made to continue the match.
No match will be continued after the three hour waiting period without the approval of the League Commissioner or Regional Commissioner.
Law A14 No Shows/Forfeit
A No-show is when a team willfully does not appear at a game without a specific agreement approved by the Regional Commissioner and Director of Operations. The penalties for a No-show are as follows:
1) A 3-0 loss, a 3-point deduction from their standings and a League fine of $500.00.
2) Justified compensation to opponent of up to $2500.00 to be determined by the League. Opponent may seek no additional compensation.
3) All fines and fees must be paid within 7 days. If fines and fees are not paid within 7 days, the League may consider options on continued play in the League.
4) A club may be expelled from the league if it accumulates two No-shows within one season.
A team unable to attend a scheduled game because of an accident, weather or Act of God should immediately notify the opponent and the league office. The Regional Commissioner will review each situation and a decision rendered. Consideration may be given by the Regional Commissioner and Director of Operations in situations where the opponent has been given at least five days notice of an impending No-show. The Regional Commissioner and Director of Operations may also give consideration if an opponent shows up with at least seven players prepared to play and the team has given the opponent and League office advanced notice of this situation. A team may use players registered with a local team unless they are starters for that team.
Law A14.1 Non Performance of Home Team
In the event the visiting team is present at the venue and the home team is unable to provide a venue or fails to show up at the scheduled venue and time, and the game is unable to be played within an hour of the game time, all sanctions in Law A14 apply, except for compensation, which will be, the greater of $1000.00 or actual travel costs incurred by the road team for that particular game. This law does not apply if a facility owner, due to weather or an Act of God, closes a stadium.
Law A15 Quarters
Teams shall play quarters as opposed to halves when the weather is over 100 degrees or when heat requires it for safety reasons. This may be decided before the game begins. The players should not leave the field.
Law A16 Provisional Teams
Provisional teams will not be guaranteed any games during their provisional season.
Provisional games do not count in the standings.
It will be up to the AGM or League Commissioner to decide how long a provisional team may remain a provisional team.
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Law B Team
Law B1 Operation Fees
The dues are for the operation of the League and are due at the Annual General Meeting. The dues for the next year will be decided at the AGM. If a team is 60 days past due on payment of the dues, then the League may apply sanctions. Prompt payment will be a consideration for acceptance into the league for the following year.
Law B2 Other Fees
Each team is responsible for league fees and costs, including but not limited to:
1. USASA Field Liability Insurance
2. Player Registration- Annual rate determined at the AGM
3. Media Guide by Home Teams
4. Game Day Programs by Home Teams
5. Referee Fees by Home Teams
6. Travel Expenses
7. Pro to Amateur status fee
8. Patches
9. League banners
Law B3 Roster
There is no limit to the number of players listed on the team roster at any given time.
All registered players must be listed on the team's roster web page and approved by the Treasurer and Registrar 72 hours prior to game.
A maximum of 20 players may dress for games (this is the game day roster).
As a courtesy, the visiting team shall submit a proposed roster to the home team by noon Thursday prior to the game. The home team will produce a game day publication including both team rosters at all league games.
The Director of Operations will decide on whether or not to allow player loans. Only players that are not considered starters may be loaned.
Rosters will be frozen twenty days before the start of any playoff games, unless the team has no chance of making the playoffs.
Law B4 Conduct & Appearance of Team Bench Personnel
Professional conduct and attire is required of all personnel on the team bench. Abusive language will not be tolerated. Minimum dress code will include polo shirt, dress shorts and shoes.
Law B5 Bench Requirements
Absolutely no one but players on the Team Roster, Coaches, Managers and Medical Staff will be permitted in the bench area.
Law B6 Game Day Reports
Prior to the start of the game, a team representative shall provide the referee with a WPSL Game Form listing the registered players participating in the game. Referees shall report to the league the results of the game, the goal(s) scorer(s), the time of the goal(s), assists and list any cards which may have been issued- any violations of rules and regulations by either team or their team officials must be included, and shall be given to a team representative from both teams. The referees will also be required to fill out the referee information form located on the Game Report for each game indicating whether they have been paid and how they were paid. The home team is responsible for submitting this information to the league. The allowed substitutions will be on the game day report. The home team, immediately after a game will call the WPSL Scoreline at 800-854-0913 x703.
The home team must fax or email Game Reports to the designated office by noon of the following Monday. Failure to furnish the League Office with this information by the stated time can result in loss of points in the standings.
The home team shall assign a person to sit with the 4th official and assist with the Game Report. Game Reports need to be checked by both teams and signed AFTER the game. By signing the Game Report the team agrees that it is correct.
Law B6.1 Travel Information Sheet
No less than five days prior to a WPSL match, each team will be required to fax or email each opponent a road team information sheet or home team information sheet, whichever is applicable. The following information shall be furnished:
Date, time, venue of match, uniform color, game day roster, emergency contact number, mode of transportation, estimated time of arrival, and any minimum standards lacking.
Teams must obtain approval from US Soccer to travel and play internationally.
Law B7 Disbanding
In the event a team, by disbanding or for any other reason, withdraws from the league without finishing its scheduled games the following regulations will take effect:
1) If at least half of the full schedule of games has been played, all resulting scores shall stand as validated by the League.
2) The remaining un-played games shall be credited to the opponents, as scheduled with the score of 1-0.
3) If less than one-half of the full schedule of games has been played, the resulting scores of the games played shall be canceled.
4) If a team is suspended or expelled, players can be transferred by filling out a Transfer Form and paying a $5 transfer fee. After the start of the season, a registered player must notify her team before contacting any other team.
Law B8 Risk
Each player or team official shall assume all risks, responsibilities and liabilities for loss, damage, injury or death to her/himself while using property and facilities of the WPSL and whether such loss, damage, injury or death be occasioned by the team or by the league, its officers, agents or otherwise. See Form in Section 10.
Law B9 Indemnification
Each team shall provide the league with a suitable indemnification agreement to hold the league, member teams, league officers, employees and agents harmless against all claims, action, liability or demands of whatever nature which may be commenced by any person or connection with the member's agreement to become a member of the league and league's acceptance of such member. Each player coach, trainer and team personnel will sign an acknowledgment of a hold harmless clause.
Law B10 Uniforms
Each team must have two full sets of 28 complete uniforms, each set being identical. They must contain numbers on the back of jersey (at least 8" high). Numbers can start from 00 and go through 99. Home team chooses colors and informs visiting team of choice. All uniforms must have a 3" or 4" number on the shorts or front of jersey. The WPSL logo must be prominently placed on all team uniforms.
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Law C Players
Law C1 Amateur and Professional
An amateur player is any person other than a professional player.
A professional player is a person who currently receives payment for playing soccer and/or who signs a professional form of the United States Soccer Federation. A professional player cannot be paid to play in the WPSL.
A player may not receive and retain any remuneration for playing except expenses directly related to a game or games that have actually been incurred by the player. A professional player can play in the WPSL with proper clearance (professional reinstated playing as an amateur) but as the case with all players may not receive compensation to play.
Law C2 Foreign Player Status
Any player coming or returning to the WPSL from outside the United States must obtain proper international clearance with applicable rules of the USSF and FIFA being complied with before they can register the player. Each team is responsible for their team's eligibility.
Law C3 Participation
Players may participate in any competition under the jurisdiction of the League provided that they are duly registered in accordance with the regulations contained herein.
Law C4 Registration
An eligible player is one properly registered with the League and the USASA, and not under suspension. A youth player, (that is one who has not attained the age of eighteen prior to August 1 of the current year) registered as such with the USYSA on a junior team, will be permitted to play after having obtained the appropriate permission, eligibility clearance, etc., as required by the State Youth Association. Valid registration for players will be from September 1 of the current year through August 31of the following year.
All players must also sign a separate indemnification form, as well as, all coaches and team personnel. The team will have the responsibility to have these on file.
Player registration fees must be received before registration forms are processed. The player passes will be emailed to the team and each team will adhere a photo, have the players sign pass, and laminate the cards.
Law C5 Player Pass
Every player must have a current WPSL, USASA player pass. WPSL, USASA player passes shall be presented to the referee prior to the game. If no pass is presented, player(s) must show some proof of identification (with picture), and the game may be played under protest, subject to verification by the League office.
Law C5.1 Registrar
The League Registrar will be appointed by the League Commissioner and will maintain records of all players and teams participating under the sanction of the WPSL. The Registrar shall report to the USASA and USSF such portions of that record by the rules of USASA and USSF. The Registrar shall determine the eligibility of players and teams. The issuance of a player pass does not in itself constitute that a player is eligible to play in a WPSL match.
Law C5.2 Player Registration
The purpose of player registration is to limit access to participation in sanctioned games of soccer to those who show respect for and abide by the laws of the game and the rules of the WPSL. Therefore no player may participate in a sanctioned competition without a valid player registration card in his or her possession. The WPSL shall make rules and establish procedures and fees for issuance of player registration cards. No person can be denied issuance of a player registration card on the bases of race, color, age, creed or national origin. Player registration cards remain the property of the WPSL and must be surrendered upon request under the rules of competition of the WPSL. At the minimum, the player registration form must include the player date of birth, full name, signature, ID number, address, and phone number. The player registration card must indicate the date of birth and the full name of the individual. It must also have a current photo, signature and ID number. The Registrar will post all eligible players on the team website. The Registrar will determine the submission deadline for the weekend games.
A player's registration must be submitted to the League Registrar at least 72 hours before the team's next game in order to be eligible to play. Expedite fee of $100 will be applied if player card is needed within the 72 hours. The roster on the team's webpage will be updated after each approved player registration.
Law C6 Illegal Player
An illegal player is a player not properly registered with the League and/or the USSF/USASA and does not appear on the Team Roster. A team using an illegal player shall forfeit 3-0 all games illegal player(s) plays in and will lose 3 points per illegal player per game.
Law C7 Transfer and Releases
During the official playing season, a player shall not sign for another team within the League until the team's current managing director of record properly releases her from her former team. No team shall approach a player who is registered with another team within the Division without the consent of her team. A player desiring her release shall apply to her team and according to USASA rules must be released if she has met all the conditions set forth here. In the event that she is refused, she may bring the matter to the attention of the League with reasons stated. Any player withholding property of the team of which she was last a member of shall not be eligible for release or transfer.
1) The Player - Player may terminate their registration with a team after meeting the above conditions.
2) The Team - Team may terminate the Player Contract at anytime for any reason, including but not limited to, player's performance and violation of team rules, upon written notice to player. Upon such termination all of the rights obligations of team and player here under shall terminate, provided that team actions are in accordance with the League.
3) Any team contacted by a player must inform the player to contact her own team and ask to be released or transferred. Also the team contacted shall notify the manager of the player's team.
4) A registered player (not a starter) may be loaned to traveling teams short of players.
* To transfer a player: A Transfer Form must be filled out and signed by the appropriate persons, a $10 processing fee made out to the WPSL must be paid and the form must be received and signed by the League Registrar before the player will be allowed to play.
Law C8 Insurance
USASA provides each amateur club's registered player's secondary player medical insurance, as part of the registration fee. The field liability insurance will be paid to the League and send to the USASA. Any false representation of USASA insurance documents by any team will incur a $5000 penalty and possible expulsion from the league.
Law C9 Risks
Each player shall assume all risks, responsibilities and liabilities for loss, damage, injury or death to herself while engaged as a player for a team or a representative team of the League. It is the player's responsibility to have a primary health care plan.
Law C10 All-Star Team
League wide and Regional All-Stars shall be determined at the AGM or by the League or at a Regional meeting.
Regular season statistics will not be affected or enhanced by the playoffs. The playoff and season statistics will be separate.
Law C11 League Recognition
The League shall select a Coach of the Year. The regions will select their Coaches of the Year. The Director of Operations will select a team in the regions who have displayed exceptional management during the season.
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Law D Referees
Law D1 Registration
Only currently registered USSF or FIFA referees shall officiate league-scheduled games. Referees will be National level and assistant referees will be State level. Once a year the League may designate a USASA referee coordinator.
Law D2 Game
The referee shall be the sole judge of all matters pertaining to the game. All USSF Law applies except were WPSL modifications have been accepted by the USSF. Players without passes may play with proper identification and the game will be considered under protest until the League office determines the player's eligibility.
Law D3 Field Inspection
Before the commencement of each game, the referee shall inspect the playing field and if its conditions render the field unsafe for the players, he/she shall call the game off, notifying the two competing teams of his decision.
Law D4 Fee
The fee for refereeing service is set by the WPSL. The WPSL is not responsible for travel cost incurred by referees unless expressly approved by the WPSL in writing. Travel must be over 50 miles one way to be considered for reimbursement. Referees will be paid by the home team at the end of the game provided the referees fill out and sign the referee information form on the back of the Game Report. Referees are asked to notify the Director of Operations immediately if they do not receive payment at the end of the game.
Law D5 Fee Disbursement
The referees shall be entitled to the fee when:
1) They arrive at the field at the proper time (minimum 30 minutes before the scheduled start of the game) and they perform assigned services.
2) They arrive at the field at the proper time and the game has been canceled without proper notification.
3.) Either of the competing teams fails to appear for the scheduled game.
4.) The game has started but for some reason it is not brought to completion.
5.) They travel to the field and do not officiate the game due to an error of the league.
6.) Only 50% of the total referee fees will be paid in the event of a rain-out or any other weather related issue.
7.) They complete the required Game Report as instructed (including goals, assists, time of goals and substitution) and return a copy to both teams.
Law D6 Assistant
Two (2) official assistant referees must be assigned in every game. In the event they are not available, each competing team must furnish a qualified team assistant referee.
Law D7 Team Assistant
A team assistant referee shall receive specific instructions from the referee and shall make every effort to assist the referee to the best of their ability.
Law D8 Team Assistant Responsibilities
In no way shall the team assistant referee interfere with the officiating of the game.
Law D9 No Show
If referees do not show up, you may use substitute referees if both teams agree.
Law D10 WPSL Rules
Before each game, the referee will be provided with unique rules to the WPSL. (See Addendum D12)
Law D11 Referee Suspension
If both teams agree, a referee may be discouraged from any future WPSL games for whatever reason the teams deem proper. If only one team has a referee dispute, then a match video must be sent to the League office for the matter to be considered. When possible, the League Defense Coordinator may select referees and designate them as WPSL referees.
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Law E Discipline
Law E1 League Commissioner
The League Commissioner shall have the authority to suspend, fine or disqualify any official(s), player(s) or competing team(s), who may be proven guilty of breaching any Laws of the League or for any action or conduct not in the best interest of soccer or the WPSL, unless the League Commissioner has a conflict of interest.
Law E2 Cautions
Cautions shall include, but not limited to:
Retaliation, unsporting conduct, dissent to a referee, encroachment, entering or leaving the field of play without permission, persistent infringement of the Laws of the Game, etc.
Law E3 Ejections
Players, coaches, managers or team bench personnel issued a red card or two violent yellow cards will incur a mandatory minimum of a one game suspension, which must be served in the next scheduled league game, unless it is the last game of the season. Ejections shall include, but not limited to: violent conduct, foul and abusive language, persistent misconduct after a caution.
Law E4 Serving Ejections
Any ejection will incur a minimum of a one game suspension, which must be served in the next scheduled league game. However, if the player is still on an overnight trip when issued the suspension, the player may play the next scheduled league game and serve the suspension the following weekend, unless it is the last game of the season.
The official Game Report shall be reviewed by the League to determine the duration of all suspensions due to ejection. Any violent act directed against the referee(s) will be an automatic suspension from all league play for the remainder of the season. Teams may appeal to the Director of Operations before the next scheduled league game. If the team loses the appeal, they will be required to pay a $200 fine to the league.
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Law F Facilities
Law Fl Playing Field
The home team shall be responsible for keeping its field in playing condition and it shall be responsible for visible, correct and complete markings of the playing field.
Certificate of insurance for practice and game facilities form will be filled out and sent to the League office as soon as you have facility information.
Law F2 Nets and Corner Flags
Goal nets and comer flags (not less than 5 feet high), shall be used for all games.
Law F3 Benches
Home team must provide home and visitor benches large enough to accommodate 10 persons per team.
Law F4 Referee Provisions
Home team must provide a table and water for referees at midfield. The referee coordinator will send all teams the referee manual and any memos.
Law F5 Water & Ice
THERE MUST BE WATER AND ICE SUPPLIED FOR THE VISITING TEAM.
Law F6 Trainer
HOME TEAMS WILL PROVIDE A MEDICAL TRAINER FOR ALL GAMES. THE VISITING TEAM WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR BRINGING ITS OWN MEDICAL SUPPLIES NOT INCLUDING ICE. THE HOME TEAM MUST NOTIFY THE VISITING TEAM AT LEAST 48 HOURS BEFORE KICKOFF, IF THEY WILL BE UNABLE TO PROVIDE A TRAINER. IF A VISITING TEAM IS NOT NOTIFIED AS AFOREMENTIONED AND A VISITING TEAM IS UNABLE TO PLAY, THEN THE VISITING TEAM MAY ISSUE A COMPLAINT TO THE LEAGUE.
Law F7 Back-Up Field
All teams will work towards having a back-up field in case of the unforeseen chance the regular field is not useable (Act of God, Rain, Field Owner cancellation, etc.). A back-up field may be used unless an immediate mutually agreed upon time and place is scheduled. There will be considerations given to back up fields not meeting the Laws of the WPSL and Minimum Standards.
Law F8 Fans
Fans may be 7 yards from behind the net. However, the referee may remove the fans if there is unruly behavior.
Law G1 Minimum Standards
Minimum standards are in our Constitution and By-Laws. The following minimum standards are By-Laws. All changes to minimum standards must be submitted to the League for approval.
Law G1.1 Adherence
The League shall have the power to assess penalties on clubs and/or individual club members or officers. Penalties may consist of warnings, fines, loss of points, and temporary or permanent suspension from soccer activities and/or the League.
The WPSL will be flexible for new teams with respect to the minimum standards. The League does expect all organizations to strive towards meeting all WPSL standards. The WPSL understands if a home field is unavailable because the host site has removed it from play and a team needs to find an alternate site. After submission to the League for the change to take place, the League will automatically give permission to proceed forward.
Law H NCAA
Rules for NCAA Division I players.
Law H 1.1
Division I players cannot play until May 1st, they can train during school breaks prior to May 1st but cannot compete until after May 1st. Each team is allowed to have five (5) players with eligibility left from a single D1 school. Once you have the limit of five (5), and if one player gets hurt you cannot replace her.
Law H1.2
None of your team literature can say "Professional" or "Semi-Professional". Also, teams cannot use the likeness of any college player other than a team media guide. A team poster is OK as long as it includes the entire team. You can do player cards but cannot sell them, they must be free.
Law H1.3
College players can be paid for doing camps, providing they receive the same pay as anyone doing a comparable job.
Law H1.4
If you have a player trying out for or on a collegiate team (including high school seniors already committed to a college), you cannot use that player if playing against a college team (including scrimmages).
Law H1.5
A D1 college coach (volunteers included) cannot play or train with players attending the school where they coach.
Law H2
An amateur player is defined by the following: A player who does not receive payment for playing soccer and who has signed an amateur registration form with US Soccer, Puerto Rico Soccer Federation, Mexican Soccer Federation, Canadian Soccer Association or any foreign soccer federation. Amateur players may be reimbursed for certain expenses as allowed by USSF/CSA/NCAA rules.
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