2007 NFHS Soccer Rule Changes

Rule 4-1-1: Beginning with the 2008 fall season, shinguards must meet the National Operating Committee on Standards for Athletic Equipment (NOCSAE) specifications.

Rule 4-3: Each head coach shall be responsible for ensuring that each of his/her players is properly equipped.
Penalty: An improperly equipped player shall be instructed to leave field of play when the ball ceases to be in play. The head coach shall be cautioned (yellow card) for improperly equipped players.

Delete 5-2-2-d-3: Examine the uniform and equipment of each player to see that it complies with the rules

*Soccer Rule Links*

NFHS Soccer Rule Information 2008 (Points of Emphasis, Interpretations, Changes)

OCIAA Modified Soccer Rules

OCIAA Soccer By-Laws (Including Red Card Rule)