NFHS Soccer Rules and Regulations, Exams of Psychology and Law

Download NFHS Soccer Rules and Regulations and more Exams Psychology and Law in PDF only on Docsity! NFHS Soccer Rules Questions with correct answers 7.1.1 What is the duration of the game? - correct answer -2 x 40 minute (or 4 x 20 minute quarters) halves or 80 minutes for high school. 60 minutes total is recommended for junior high school. 7.1.2 Can the game be shortened? - correct answer -If the officials, or both coaches, agree the game can be shortened. This decision must occur before the second half is started. 7.1.3 What happens if the game is suspended for weather or other reason? - correct answer -If it is before the end of the first half the game may be replayed from the beginning of the game or from the point at which it was suspended. If the game was suspended after the end of the first half the game is oficially ended and the score is recorded. 7.1.4 What is the only reason that the game will continue after the time on the clock has expired? - correct answer -Time is up when the time on the clock has expired. The only reason to extend the game is if a penalty kick has been awarded for a defensive penalty that occured in the penalty area before the time has expired. 7.1.5 Is there a mercy rule? - correct answer -A mercy rule is allowed if agreed upon at the state level. This goal differental rule applies at any time after the first half is over. Michigan's mercy rule for instance is 8. 7.2.1 What intervals are allowed between halftime periods? - correct answer -The DEFAULT halftime interval is 10 minutes unless opposing coaches mutually agree to a different length. Note that quarters are allowed (see section 7.2.2). Not sure if this has to be agreed upon before the game or not. 7.2.2 What intervals are allowed between 1st/2nd and 3rd/4th quarters? - correct answer -Yes, quarters with a MAXIMUM of 2 minutes are allowed! Not sure if this has to be agreed upon before the game or not. 7.2.3 When do the teams change ends? - correct answer -At the end of each period. This means the teams will switch on each quarter if the game has 4 quarters. MICH - What additional markings are requires outside of the pitch? - correct answer -The team areas and the officials area must be marked, fenced or roped off so that they can be easily identified. MICH - What is the maximum number of games a team or individual may play in a regular season? - correct answer -18 MICH - What does the scorekeeper have to record? - correct answer -Gials, cautions, and disqualifications. In addition they must also keep track of the start and end times of the 10 minute time period for a yellow card. Note that the timer is responsible for keeping track of the time itself. MICH - Who is responsible for timing the 10 minute yellow card sit out period? - correct answer -The home school timer is responsible for keeping track of the time itself. MICH - What is required to be in the officials area? - correct answer -Scorekeepter, score sheet, table chainr, and sounding device for substitutions. MICH - Are ball holders required? - correct answer -Yes, in Michigan they are required. MICH - Wat is the minimum distance from the touchline to the spectators? - correct answer -10 feet. MICH - How do you tell the home team in the tournament? - correct answer -The team on the top line of the bracket. MICH - What are the uniform rules? - correct answer -The home team has to have white or light colored jerseys and stockings and the away team should have dark jerseys and stocking. Shoes msut be worn and the stockings must match. The team not in compliance must change. Game will be played with pennies if necessary. MICH - What is the correct action to take for taunting by spectators? - correct answer -One warning if deserved and then stop the game and ask the school representative to throw them out.