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Area 11L FALL INVITATIONAL TOURNAMENT

2024 Area 11L

FALL INVITATIONAL TOURNAMNET

December 7th & 8th

Area 11L FALL INVITATIONAL TOURNAMENT

Area 11L Fall Invitational Tournament

December 7th & 8th

Fall Invitational Tournament

Acceptance into the Area 11L Fall Invitational Tournament is by INVITIATION ONLY. Each participating region is allocated a limited number of invitations, which they award based on criteria that best meet their needs. Only Fall Core teams are eligible to participate, and each team must be approved by their Regional Commissioner.

All participating teams agree to follow all tournament rules and are responsible for ensuring that parents, spectators, and referees are fully informed of these rules.

Participation in the Area 11L Fall Invitational Tournament does not guarantee or automatically qualify a team—regardless of final standings or win-loss record—for eligibility or participation in future events or tournaments. Invitations to events or tournaments beyond the Area 11L Fall Invitational are extended solely at the discretion of the organizers of those specific events.

Tournament Check In

All Coaches must check in at least 60 minutes before their first match. (NO PLAYERS at Coach check-in) Coaches must present the following items to the onsite Tournament check-in tent:

A Current Fall Season, Coach Photo ID Card
Copies of each players current Fall Medical Release Form

Please note: Player Medical Release Forms in electronic or digital format, will NOT be accepted. Hard copies MUST be presented at time of check-in.

EARLY Check-In (optional)

Thursday December 5th @ Outback Steakhouse (Laguna Hills) - 6pm/6:45pm
Coaches are advised to take advantage of EARLY check-in.
Coaches must present the items mentioned above (i.e. valid Coach Photo ID Card, valid player medical release forms)

Please note: Activated official team rosters from Affinity Sports and four (4) pre-printed Sports Connect/Registration generated line up cards, must be submitted to Tournament Officials prior to November 20th.

** Official Rosters and Line Up Cards will be submitted to the Tournament
by the Regional Commissioner or their designee. **

Lake Forest Sports Park Field Reminders

Please note:

Chairs, tents, benches, umbrellas, etc. are NOT allowed on the synthetic turf fields at the Lake Forest Sports Park.
All food (including nuts, seeds, gum) and beverages, other than water, are prohibited on the synthetic turf fields.
Per the city's request, parents and spectators should remain OFF the synthetic turf fields. Only players and coaches are allowed on the fields.
Pets (i.e. dogs) are NOT allowed at AYSO games/events (per AYSO National Office).

Semi-Finals & Finals

A team’s advancement beyond pool play depends on final pool play results and meeting one of the following referee participation conditions:

Regional Referee Participation Requirement: The Region’s average referee coverage for pool play must be at least 4.0. This average is calculated by dividing the total number of pool play referee positions filled by referees from the Region by the number of teams it has in the tournament.

Example: If a Region covers 26 referee positions and has 6 teams, its average is 4.3 (26 ÷ 6 = 4.3).

Team-Specific Referee Participation: If the Region does not meet the minimum average, a team may still qualify for advancement if it individually covers at least 4 referee positions during pool play. (Referees must assign credit to the specific team they are supporting when signing up in MatchTrak. Retroactive team credit is not permitted.)

Failure to meet these referee participation requirements may prevent a team from advancing beyond pool play.

(Extenuating Regional and/or Team circumstances must be submitted in writing to the Tournament Director, prior to the start of the tournament.)

Fall Invitational Tournament

Age Group	Max Roster	Min Play Time	Match	Min Players	Ball Size	Heading	Keeper Punt	Build Out Line
10U	10	75%	7v7	5	4	No	No	Yes
12U	12	75%	9v9	6	4	No	Allowed	No
14U	15	75%	11v11	7	5	Allowed	Allowed	No

COACH NOTES:

All Coaches and Assistant Coaches MUST have a current Fall Season, Region issued, Coach Photo ID Card.
Coach and Assistant Coach ID Cards are REQUIRED for ALL Tournament Matches.
Coach and Assistant Coach ID Cards must be worn and remain visible at all times.
Player ID cards are NOT required.
All players must be fully registered with AYSO for the current season.
Roster changes (adding/removing players to/from a fall roster) are NOT allowed.
Guest players are not allowed.
Coaches are required to have in their possession, AT ALL TIMES, copies of each players current Fall Season Player Medical Release form. (Player Medical Release Forms in electronic or digital format, will NOT be accepted. Hard copies are required.)
Coaches and Assistant Coaches must be fully registered with AYSO, approved and rostered for the current season.
All Coaches and Assistant Coaches must meet the certification requirements as outlined per the AYSO National Coaching Program Guidelines.
If team uniform color conflict, home team (listed first on the schedule) to change uniform color.
NO Coin Toss (Visitors kick-off, Home team selects goal to defend).
Pre-approved lineup cards to be provided to Tournament Staff by Regional Commissioner.
Tournament standings based on three (3) point system.
All matches must start and end on time.
Pool Play Match Duration:

10U = 2 x 25min halves
12U = 2 x 25min halves
14U = 2 x 25min halves

Semi-Final and Final Match Duration:

10U = 2 x 25min halves
12U = 2 x 30min halves
14U = 2 x 35min halves

Halftime break NOT to exceed 5 minutes.
NO additional/extra time added for injuries or stoppages.
Pool play matches may end in a tie.
Semi-Final and Final matches must have a winner. If tied at the end of the 4th quarter, winner to be determined by penalty shoot-out.
Players in the tournament will not be allowed to officiate.
Youth Referee participation in the Tournament is by invitation only.
Coaches are ENCOURAGED to manage potential match blowouts by limiting goal differentials. (Information)
Lineup cards will be reviewed by onsite Regional, Area and Tournament staff.
Coaches are responsible for the conduct and behavior of themselves, their players, parents, and spectators on their sideline. Poor sportsmanship, verbal abuse and negative yelling will not be tolerated at any time and may result in being removed from the match or facility.
Pets (i.e. dogs) are never allowed at AYSO games or practices.

REFEREE NOTES:

Referees must check in at the onsite Referee Tent at least 45 minutes prior to their first match and be properly dressed (in full uniform).
All referees must be fully registered with AYSO and approved for the current season.
All referees must meet the certification requirements as outlined per the AYSO National Referee Program Guidelines.
Referees must perform a player and field safety check before each match.
All Coaches and Assistant Coaches MUST have a current Fall Season, Region issued, Coach Photo ID Card.
Coach and Assistant Coach ID Cards are REQUIRED for ALL Tournament Matches.
Coach and Assistant Coach ID Cards must be worn and remain visible at all times.
Check Coach and Assistant Coach for valid Coach ID Card.
Player ID Cards are NOT REQUIRED.
NO Coin Toss (Visitors kick-off, Home team selects goal to defend).
PRE-PRINTED lineup cards are required (to be provided by Tournament Staff).
Lineup cards will be reviewed by onsite Regional, Area and Tournament Staff.
Return team lineup cards and signed Tournament Game Card to the Tournament Referee Tent, immediately following the game. Tournament Game Card must be signed by each teams Head Coach and entire referee team. Total number of goals scored in each half and final goal total must be recorded prior to coaches signing.
Start and end all matches ON TIME.
Pool Play Match Duration:

10U = 2 x 25min halves
12U = 2 x 25min halves
14U = 2 x 25min halves

Semi-Final and Final Match Duration:

10U = 2 x 25min halves
12U = 2 x 30min halves
14U = 2 x 35min halves

Halftime break NOT to exceed 5 minutes.
NO additional/extra time added for injuries or stoppages.
Pool play matches may end in a tie.
Semi-Final and Final matches must have a winner. If tied at the end of the 4th quarter, winner to be determined by penalty shoot-out.
All matches should be officiated by 'neutral' referees. Parents SHOULD NOT sign-up, to referee their own child's match.
Players in the tournament will not be allowed to officiate.
Youth Referee participation in the Tournament is by invitation only.
Each referee may only represent ONE team in the tournament.
Coaches and Assistant Coaches, participating in the tournament, MAY NOT referee matches within their respected division, regardless of pool. (i.e. 10UB Coach/Assistant Coach may not Referee 10UB matches - regardless of pool. 10UB Coach/Assistant Coach may referee 10UG Match)
Pets (i.e. dogs) are not allowed at AYSO games or practices.

Referees: Please report all player misconducts; player, coach and spectator incidents; injuries; field issues and guideline variations to the onsite Tournament Staff at the conclusion of the match.

Coach Requirements

Training and Certification Verification: Tournament staff will confirm that all participating volunteers (including Coaches, Assistant Coaches, and Referees) meet the required training and certification standards.

Each volunteer and/or their Region is responsible for resolving any outstanding issues. (i.e. missing, expired, incomplete, etc.)
Volunteers who do NOT meet AYSO training and certification standards may jeopardize their own or their team’s participation in the tournament.

If you have questions about your AYSO training or volunteer certification requirements, please contact your Regional Commissioner.

ALL AYSO Coaches and Assistant Coaches must complete the following:

Be a registered and an approved volunteer for the current program/season (including background check clearance).
Must have completed the AYSO Safe Haven course.
Successfully completed the AYSO/CDC Concussion Awareness course.
Completed the AYSO Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) Awareness course.
ALL Coaches must complete the AYSO Live Scan (Fingerprinting) process.
Safe Sport certification must be current/valid. (expired or out dated certificates will not be accepted)
Be properly trained per the AYSO National Coaching Program Guidelines for the age/skill level of the team they wish to coach.

AYSO required coaching certifications by division:

Division	Required Certification
6U	6U Coach
8U	8U Coach
10U	10U Coach
12U	12U Coach
14U	Intermediate Coach
16U/19U	Advanced Coach

** Some certifications may be completed online. **

LF SPORTS PARK FIELD MAP

Post-Season Invitational Tournaments

Acceptance into post-season invitational tournaments is by invitation only. Team selection is not determined solely by final standings or win/loss records. Additional factors may be considered, including but not limited to: score differentials (e.g., lopsided scores), player or coach ejections, cautions, compliance or certification issues, spectator behavior, discrepancies in ID cards (for coaches, assistant coaches, or players), and other relevant considerations at the Regional, Area, or Section levels. Each Region, Area, and Section may apply selection criteria tailored to their specific circumstances.

Area 11L Fall Invitational Tournament

Important Dates

Dates may be subject to change.

Area 11L - Fall Invitational Tournament

10/1 - Regional Rosters Frozen
11/17 - Roster & Lineup Cards Due
12/5 - Coach Early Check-In
12/7 - Pool Play
12/8 - Pool Play/Finals

Contact Information

Contacts:

Tournament Info. - [email protected]
Referee Admin. - [email protected]

Links/Information

Information

Tournament Documents

Field/Location Maps

LF Sports Park

Locations

EARLY CHECK-IN (optional)
Thursday 12/5 (6pm-6:45pm)
Outback Steakhouse
25322 Cabot Rd
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Outback Steakhouse

FALL INVITATIONAL TOURNAMENT
Lake Forest Sports Park
28000 Rancho Parkway
Lake Forest, CA 92630
LF Sports Park Directions

POOL PLAY STANDINGS

Standings for pool play games will be determined on the “three-point system” as follows:

WIN = 3 points
TIE = 1 point
LOSS = 0 points
GOAL = 0 points
SHUTOUT = 0 points
FORFEIT = 3 points (scored as a 1-0 win)
SEND OFF = 1 point deduction for each send off of a player or substitute.
EJECTION = 1 point deduction for each ejection of a team official or spectator.

Pool Play Tiebreaker

If teams are tied on points at the end of pool play, their final standings will be determined using the following tie-breaker criteria in sequence:

Head-to-Head Result: The winner of the direct match between tied teams (not applicable if more than two teams are tied).
Fewest Blowout Matches: The team with the fewest number of match blowouts (max goal differential allowed 5)
Fewest Goals Allowed: The team that has conceded the fewest goals.
Most Wins: The team with the highest number of victories.
Most Shutout Wins: The team with the most shutout victories (wins only).
Coin Flip: If still tied, a coin flip will determine the standings.

These criteria apply to Area play divisions where an Area divisional champion may be required.

For divisions with four or fewer teams:

Head-to-Head Result (not applicable if more than two teams are tied)
Fewest Blowout Matches (max goal differential allowed 5)
Penalty Shoot-out (only if 2 teams are tied)
- IF 3 or more teams are tied - COIN FLIP until 2 teams remain - THEN Penalty Shoot-out

Field Markings

(Field size and goal size may vary due to available space/resources.)

Coaching Area

Each team is allowed up-to two (2) certified and approved Coaches (i.e. Head Coach and Assistant Coach). Both Coaches must stay within the Coaches' Area during the match, REGARDLESS of whether the area is marked on the field. This area is defined as a space 1-1½ yards back from the touch line and extends 10 yards either side of the halfway line.

(Coaches should use the center circle as a guide when the coaching area is not marked.)

Required Play Time

EVERYONE PLAYS – 3/4 OF EACH GAME

All players (10U, 12U and 14U) MUST play at least 3/4 of each game unless prohibited by max roster size.
No player may play 4 quarters until ALL teammates have played at least 3 quarters (including goalkeeper).
Substitution rules may not otherwise be changed because of roster size.

Referees: Please report all incidents to the referee tent immediately at the conclusion of the match.

Safety Information

Tournament Safety Information

Local Medical Facility Listing

AYSO Incident Form

Incident Form

Return to play form

Participation Release

Soccer Accident Insurance (SAI) Forms

Overview & Claim Information

Concussion Awareness links:

Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) links:

COVID-19 Waiver

COVID-19 Disclaimer, Assumption of Risk and Waiver

Pet Policy Reminder

Please be aware that pets are NOT allowed at School fields - AT ANY TIME. The presence of pets at any school field, will lead to the revoking of our permits.

While some cities do allow leashed pets at city parks, they are NEVER allowed at the field during a practice or game.

For the safety of ALL our players and volunteers - please leave your pets at home.

AYSO is obligated to observe and respect existing regulations and laws regarding the presence of service animals at our fields. Service animals are defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) as only dogs or miniature horses that have been trained to do work or perform tasks for the benefit of an individual with a disability. Other animals, whether wild or domestic, do not qualify as service animals.

Referee Requirements

ALL AYSO referees and assistant referees must meet the following requirements:

Must be a registered and approved volunteer for the current program/season (including background check clearance).
Completed the AYSO Safe Haven course.
Successfully completed the Concussion Awareness course.
Completed the AYSO Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) Awareness course.
Safe Sport certification must be current/valid.
Be trained per the AYSO National Referee Program Guidelines for the age/skill level of the match they wish to referee.
ALL Referees must complete the AYSO Live Scan (Fingerprinting) process.
Minimum age requirements: