Safety on the Soccer Field

The following rules apply to ALL Northboro Youth Soccer teams U6 to U18

Uniforms and Equipment

• Prior to the start of the game the referee will check all players for proper uniform and equipment. The referee has final say on all equipment decisions.
• All players are required to wear shin guards.
• Shin guard are to be covered and are worn under the players socks.
• All players should wear soccer cleats, or flats.
• Baseball cleats or cleats with a “center toe” cleat are not allowed.
• No jewelry is allowed, including necklaces, bracelets, and earrings.
• All necklaces, bracelets, and pierced earrings or studs are to be removed. Earrings or studs that are taped over are NOT allowed.
• NO hard casts or splints are allowed.
• Elbow and knee braces must be covered in protective padding.

Parents and Spectators

• Spectators should remain a minimum of 3 ft back from the touchline.
• Spectators are not allowed on the players side of the field or behind the goal lines.
• Parents keep small children and siblings in control, and do not let them wander onto a soccer field that is in use.
• Reference Zero Tolerance policy