The tournament is played 3v3 with no goalkeepers on small-sided fields. Teams compete in group play followed by semifinals and finals.

Each team may have up to 5 players on their roster. Only 3 players are on the field at a time.

• Games are 10 minutes long • Running clock • 5-minute buffer between games

No. There are no goalkeepers in 3v3. Defensive players may not stand in the goal or “goal hang.”

• Youth Division: Ages 9–11 • Adult Division: 18+

Yes. Unlimited substitutions are allowed and can be made on the fly at midfield without stopping play.

All restarts from the sideline are kick-ins, not throw-ins. Opponents must give 5 yards of space, and goals cannot be scored directly from a kick-in.

No. There is no offside in 3v3 soccer.

No. Slide tackling is not permitted in any division.

• Group stage: Ties are allowed • Playoffs: Games go directly to penalty kicks (3 shooters per team, then sudden death)

If teams are tied on points, standings are decided by: 1. Goal difference 2. Goals scored 3. Head-to-head result 4. Penalty kicks

• Soccer cleats or turf shoes • Shin guards are required for youth players • Water bottles recommended

Yes. All games will be officiated by referees. Referee decisions are final.

Yes. Referees may issue a 2-minute suspension for dangerous play, persistent fouling, or unsportsmanlike behavior. • The suspended player must leave the field for 2 minutes • The team plays short-handed during that time • The player may return at the next stoppage after the suspension time has expired or when a goal has been conceded • Severe or repeated offenses may result in removal from the game or tournament