Rules etc... for 6-a-side League.
How many teams are there in each division?
Generally, there are 12 - 16 teams in each division. However, in the early grading leagues, this may differ slightly.
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How long does each season last?
Each team will play each other twice resulting in a 14 to 20 week season. However, in the early grading leagues, this may differ slightly.
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How long are the games?
Each game is 26 minutes long.
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How many players can be used in one game?
8 players may be used for indoor leagues (5 + 3 subs). 9 for outdoor leagues. (6 + 3 subs)
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Can we use more than 8/9 players during the season?
You may register any amount of players - see rules for details.
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What times do the matches start?
This differs from league to league. Ring or E-mail us for more details.
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Will there be promotion and relegation?
Yes. 2 teams are promoted and relegated. However, if a team has won/lost a division by a large margin, we reserve the right to regrade the team.
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Can we choose the kick off time that we play?
You cannot choose kick off times. All teams must play a selection of kick off times.
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Do you award trophies?
Yes, we award individual trophies to the winners and runners up of each division. These will be presented at the end of the season.
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Are the leagues affiliated?
We are affiliated to EIFF.
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What type of footwear can be worn?
Trainers are the required footwear for indoor leagues and trainers or moulded boots for outdoor leagues.
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What happens if our opposition doesn't turn up?
The League Manager or Referee will arrange a friendly game for you.
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What if a team drops out of our league?
It is very rare that a team drops out of one of our leagues. However, if this does happen we will automatically replace them from our waiting list. If this can not be done immediately then we will arrange a friendly game for you.
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Do we require matching shirts?
No, bibs can be provided if required.
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Are shin pads compulsory?
No.
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Do you supply the match ball?
Yes, we supply the match ball and all the equipment necessary. We only use the best match balls from the Brazil 1970 Football Company.
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Do you supply the referee?
Yes, a fully qualified E.I.F.F or F.A referee will be supplied for all games.
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Is there a membership fee and how much are the games?
Registration is free, and the games cost €35 per match per week.
**A FREE KIT IS AWARDED TO EVERY NEW TEAM IN THE FIRST WEEK**