Players shall not wear anything that is dangerous to either themselves or other players. As such ALL jewelry items (i.e. necklaces, rings, bracelets, earrings, piercings, leather bands, rubber bands, etc.) are forbidden and must be removed. This includes, but is not limited to, bobby pins, hair beads, hair clips, etc. All of these items pose safety concerns, as a collision with the ball or with another player could potentially hurt the player and/or the other child. Using tape to cover or disguise such items is not permitted.
The safety of our players is of paramount importance. We follow the AYSO National Rules & Regulations and the IFAB/FIFA Laws of the Game when it comes to player equipment. Please prepare ahead of time and do not allow this to become an issue prior to a game or practice.
AYSO National Rules & RegulationsPlayers' EquipmentTeam members must wear shinguards that provide a reasonable degree of protection, and that are completely covered by their socks, to participate in any practice or match. The lone exception is sanctioned beach futsal soccer tournament play where players may opt out of wearing shinguards.Team members shall not be allowed to practice or participate in any match with any type of cast or splint. Removal of any type of cast or splint at the field or surrounding area in order to participate shall disqualify the team member from practice or match participation.Players shall not wear anything that is dangerous to either themselves or other players subject to the referee’s approval under Law 4.
IFAB/FIFA Laws of the Game State:
Law 4 - The Players' Equipment
A player must not use equipment or wear anything that is dangerous.All items of jewelry (necklaces, rings, bracelets, earrings, leather bands, rubber bands, etc.) are forbidden and must be removed.Using tape to cover jewelry is not permitted.
Please adhere to our policies... we only enforce these policies to keep ALL of our players safe.