Rules

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Let's play, for the fun of it! 

Balgonie Soccer aims to create a fun and fair environment for our players, coaches, refs and specators.  That is why everyone who attends our games and practices is subject to the following rules and expectations: 

Code of Conduct
Rec Soccer Guidelines

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Outdoor Soccer Rules

Updated April 2026
4U Rules
6U Rules 
8U & 10U Rules
*TAYSA Adaptations: Rules of Mini-Soccer (6U-10U)

  • # of Players: 6U, 8U, and 10U all play 7v7
  • Crease Rule:  6U and 8U employ the crease rule 

12U - 18U Interzone Rules 

Indoor Soccer Rules

Updated October 2025
6U-10U TAYSA Indoor Rules

*TAYSA Adaptation*
Number of Players: The game will be played by two teams, each consisting of not more than six (6) players, one of whom will be the  goalkeeper  

12U-18U Interzone Indoor Rules

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Ref Resources

Referees (or officials) keep soccer safe, fair, and fun. They enforce the rules, control the match, monitor safety, and keep games flowing properly.

Referees must be at least 12 years old to register. 

Pay starts at minimum wage, increasing with every two seasons of experience. 

Ref Clinics are held prior to each season, free of charge, with both theory and practical components. These clinics are hosted by Regina Interzone and details are communicated through our local Ref Coordinator.

If you have any questions about reffing with Balgonie Soccer, please contact us at referee.balgoniesoccer@gmail.com. 



Click here to download/print more ref score cards.

Ref Score Cards

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Coaches' Corner

Volunteer Coaches are the cornerstone of our league. We truly could not do it without you!

Each team requires 2-3 coaching staff for a season to run smoothly, which may include the following:
- Coach (1-2, required) 
- Assistant Coach (Optional, unless there is only one coach) 
- Parent Helper (Optional, except for 4U teams)
*Parent helpers step in when the coach/assistant coach need support, or if they cannot make it to a game.

In-person coach training is provided prior to each season--this is optional for experienced coaches.  Here is the 2026 Outdoor Coach Training Presentation. 

Please review the Rules and Conduct below for your age division prior to the season.

Looking for some practice drills for your team? Check out these ideas:

Coaches are responsible for equipment pick up and return.

All coaching staff require a clear Criminal Record Check for the Vulnerable Sector, which can be obtained at our local RCMP detachment.  Screening must be repeated every three (3) years for as long as you are a volunteer with Balgonie Soccer. ​​​​​​​

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Equipment

  1. All players must wear shorts/sweatpants, socks over shin guards (no mini-shin guards allowed), proper footwear, and a numbered jersey (provided).
  2. Goalkeepers must wear colours which are distinguishable from those of other players and those of the referee. Goalkeepers may wear gloves and tracksuit-type pants.
  3. ALL jewelry or piercings must be removed (medical alerts excluded).

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Game Cancellations/Weather Policy

  • We play unless announced otherwise. 
  • Balgonie Soccer will assess the weather and field conditions, in consultation with the Town of Balgonie and aim to have cancellations announced 90 minutes prior to game time.
  • Game time decisions will be at the discretion of the Referee, in consultation with the coaches.

Games may be cancelled or stopped due to the following:

  1. Wet field conditions—extremely wet field conditions can be dangerous for the players and damaging to the fields as well. A little bit of rain, however, does not usually stop a game from going ahead.
  2. Thunder—coaches and referee will discuss whether to delay the game until the storm passes or cancel completely. Please note: while thunder indicates danger of a close lightning strike, lightning in the distance (no thunder heard) is not usually cause for concern. Always take immediate shelter if a storm is imminent.
  3. Severe winds—if winds are high or dangerous, or if they increase during the game and become strong enough to move the ball across the field on its own, the referee and coaches will discuss a delay or cancellation of the game.
  4. Air quality—based on the GOC Air Quality Health Index, outdoor sporting events should be rescheduled with AQHI is 7 or higher.
  5. Road Conditions— (indoor season) games will be cancelled if the Saskatchewan Highway Hotline indicates travel is not recommended on the roads surrounding the soccer venue.

Game cancellations will be posted in the Balgonie Soccer Facebook Group, and cancelled through TeamLinkt as soon as possible.

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