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Welcome to OC 7RISING LEAGUE - CUP C7 SEASON 4TH, where teams compete in a structured, exciting, and fair competition to claim the championship. Below are the league format, rules, and policies to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for all players.​​

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OC 7RISING LEAGUE - OFFICIAL RULES

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Overview:

  • Where: Huntington Beach Sports Complex (Field Tuft E)

  • When: Every Tuesday (6:00 PM - 8:00 PM)

  • Game 1: 5:45 PM - 7:00 PM (Kick-off at 6:00 PM sharp)

  • Game II: 6:45 PM - 8:00 PM (Kick-off at 7:00 PM sharp)

  • The league schedule is fixed and cannot be changed. If a game or match week is canceled due to bad weather, field closures, or emergencies, it will be rescheduled to the end of the season or move to the next week.

  • Games are played 7v7 including goalkeepers.

  • Each game will be 50 minutes long, with a 2-5 minute rest in between.

  • Each team must bring one size 5 ball to the game and give it to the ref (or borrow from host and return after the game).

  • Players must arrive 15 minutes before kick-off to check in jersey numbers with the referee or organizer.

  • First game teams (5:45 PM – 6:45 PM) must bring goals onto the field at least 5 minutes before kickoff.

  • Second game teams (6:00 PM – 7:45 PM) must return goals to the fence (facing the lock) after the game.

  • The referee will start the game on schedule. Each team must have at least five players on the field to play. If a team fails to meet this requirement, the game will be forfeited and result in a loss.

  • The Manager/Captain must inform the organizer and submit payment whenever a new player is added to the roster.

  • Only registered players are allowed to play. Violating this rule will result in a forfeit, -1 point deduction, and voiding of the game result.

  • Player must play at least 4 games in the league to qualify for playoff and final

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1. Playing Rules

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Standard Dead Ball Distances for 7v7

  • Kick-offs must wait for the referee's whistle.

  • Opponents must be outside the center circle (usually 8 yards radius) during kick-off.

  • All dead balls are indirect kicks, except for penalty kicks and corner kicks. (Updated for playoff and final)

  • Free kicks: Opponents must stand 6-8 yards from the ball.

  • Corner kicks: Opponents must stand 6 yards from the arc.

  • Penalty kicks:

    • From the marker inside the goalie box (8-10 yards from goal line).

    • Only goalkeeper and kicker allowed inside the box; other defenders must be 6-8 yards behind the spot.

  • Sideline restarts: Indirect kick from where the ball went out; ball must be still.

  • End line restarts: Either a corner kick or goalie kick.

  • Opponents must give 6 yards from all dead balls.

  • Kicking team has 6 seconds to restart.

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2. Goalkeeper Rules

  • Goalkeeper can bring the ball into the box and pick it up.

  • If the goalie picks up a pass from their own teammate, it's an indirect kick from where the pass occurred.

  • Goalie can punt, drop-kick, or sidewinder.

  • Goalie cannot throw the ball directly into the opposing goal.

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3. When Does a Goal Count?

  1. Kick-Off: Indirect. Must touch another player before going in.

  2. Indirect Free Kick: Must touch another player before goal. (All Free Kick are Indirect Free Kick)

  3. Penalty Kick: Direct. Goal counts if scored directly.

  4. Corner Kick: Direct. A goal can be scored directly from a corner kick. 

    Regular Season: Indirect — must touch another player. (This season only)

    Playoffs: Direct — a goal can be scored directly from a corner kick. (Updated for Playoff, Final and Next Season)

  1. Sideline Kick: Indirect. Ball must be still and touched by another player.

  2. Goalie Kick: Indirect. Must be touched by another player.

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4. Invalid Goals (No goal)

  • An indirect kick goes directly into the goal without any contact.

  • Ball is rolling on sideline restart.

  • Restart exceeds the 6-second limit.

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5. Handball Rules

  • Handball if:

    • A player intentionally uses their hand/arm to control the ball.

    • The hand/arm is in an unnatural position and blocks or redirects the ball.

    • It creates an advantage (goal, pass, shot block, etc.).

  • Not a handball if:

    • Ball hits the hand/arm accidentally when it’s in a natural position.

    • Ball is kicked onto the arm from close range (referee discretion).

  • Result:

    • Outside the box → Indirect free kick from the spot.

    • Inside the box → Penalty kick to the opposing team.

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6. Fouls & Physical Contact

  • Fouls include:

    • Sliding, slide tackles, kicking, tripping, pushing, shirt-pulling.

    • Charging or playing too aggressively (especially from behind).

    • Dangerous play (high foot, slide tackles if disallowed).

  • Foul Results:

    • Outside the box → Indirect free kick.

    • Inside the box → Penalty kick.

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7. Fouls & Misconduct

  • No sliding or slide tackling; cannot play the ball from the ground (No Exception)

  • No shoulder checking: all players must make contact with the ball first, before any body contact is made.

  • If it is a goal scoring opportunity and you get fouled in the box, it is a PK on the line inside in the box (Direct Kick).

  • Yellow card:

    • Player sits out rest of the half.

    • Team plays down for 3 minutes (ends early if opponent scores).

    • If goalkeeper receives yellow, another player may serve the time.

  • Red card:

    • Player out for rest of game and suspended 1 match (or full season for violent red).

    • Team plays down for 5 minutes (ends early if opponent scores).

  • 3 yellow cards in season = 1 game suspension.

  • Every 6 fouls per half = 1 player sits 3 minutes (same early return rule).

  • The foul count will reset at halftime.

  • Unsportsmanlike behavior = yellow card (Warning or Ref decision)

    • Unsportsmanlike behavior is considered a yellow card depend on ref decision: yelling at opponents before shots/tackles, disrespectful to the ref and opponents, kicking the ball away on fouls, etc.

  • Free Subbing:

    • Must notify ref. (Coach/manager must call: "Next sub ref")

    • Incoming player must wait until exiting player is off field.

    • Illegal sub = yellow card.

    • Goalkeeper subs must report to ref.

    • Too many players = indirect kick at spot of entry.

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8. Roster Rules

  • Players must play at least 4 games in the league to qualify for the playoff and final.

  • Coach/Manager/Captain must check in player jersey numbers before match.

  • Less than 5 players = automatic forfeit (can still scrimmage with borrowed players).

  • Ref can wait 10 minutes total (start clock after 5 minutes); late = forfeit.

  • Teams play 7v7 including goalkeeper.

  • Max 12 players per match include sub.

  • Unlimited registrations, but registration fee must be paid before a player’s first match.

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9. Scoring Rules

  • Standings determined by:

    1. Total points

    2. Goal difference (total)

    3. Goals scored (total)

    4. Points in direct matches

    5. Goal difference in direct matches

    6. Goals scored in direct matches

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10. Point System

  • Win: +3 points

  • Draw: +2 points

  • Loss: +1 point

  • Forfeit: 0 points (opponent awarded 1-0 win)

  • Minus One Point (-1) if any of the following rules are violated:

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​11. GENERAL RULE (-1 Point for violation)

​Goal Set-up Rules

  • First game teams (5:45 PM – 6:45 PM) must bring goals onto the field at least 5 minutes before kickoff.

  • Second game teams (6:00 PM – 7:45 PM) must return goals to the fence (facing the lock) after the game.

  • Failure = -1 point

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Field Rules

  • Do NOT jump the fence (Yellow Card).

  • No gum, no spitting inside, no food/drinks on field.

  • No trash left behind in the team sideline area

  • No hanging on goals/nets ($50–$150 fine).

  • No spectators on the field during games or halftime.

  • Failure = -1 point

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Ball Rules

  • Each team must bring one size 5 ball to the game (or borrow from host and return after).

  • If a ball goes into the parking lot, the team that kick out must retrieve it. And put it back behind the goal

  • Unreturned balls = $100–$150 fine, must be paid before next match.

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Jersey Color Rules

  • Each team must report jersey color in the manager chat one day before game day.

  • Goalkeepers must wear different color jerseys and gloves.

  • Players not in the match must sit down or wear a different color shirt.

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Schedule Policy

  • League schedule is fixed and cannot be changed.

  • If a game is canceled due to weather/field issues/emergencies, it will be rescheduled to the end of the season.

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11. Payment & Refund Policy

 

Payment Policy:

  • League Dues: $20 per player (includes registration fee and first game fee).

  • After First Game: fix fee per player per game.

 

Refund Policy:

  • All payments are final.

  • No refunds for injuries, red cards, or season dropouts.

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12. Liability Release Consent and Waiver Policy

  • Liability Release Consent for Soccer Sport Participation at the Huntington Beach Sport Complex and Bolsa Soccer Group must be signed in order to play.

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13. Prizes

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Champion Team

  • 🏆 Cup C7 Champion Prestigious Trophy

  • 🥇 Gold Medals

  • 💰 $500 Cash Prize

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2nd Place

  • 🥈 Silver Medals

 

3rd Place

  • 🥉 Bronze Medals

 

Golden Glove (Goalkeeper)

  • 🧤 Fewest goals conceded (Top 4 only)

  • 💵 Prize: $50–$100

 

Golden Boot (Top Scorer)

  • 🍅 Most goals scored (Top 4 only)

  • 💵 Prize: $50–$100

 

Best Young Player (U23)

  • ✨ Standout player under 23 who shows skill or great sportsmanship

 

Souvenir Medal for Attendees

  • 🎖 All players attending closing ceremony receive a medal

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​Good luck to all teams and player, Enjoy the league and have fun!!!

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📩 Need help? Contact the organizer for questions.

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