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Rexdale Soccer League By-Laws: Rules, Regulations & More

Article 1: League Activities

The Rexdale Soccer League (RSL) shall provide its members with opportunities to participate in:

  1. Recreational (House League) soccer;
  2. District and inter-district leagues (through affiliation);
  3. Cup competitions; and
  4. Invitational tournaments organized by RSL.

House League is the core program governed directly by RSL. Representative Teams using the RSL name operate independently under Article 8 of these By-Laws.

Article 2: Rules and Regulations

  1. Alcohol, cannabis, or illegal substances are strictly prohibited at all RSL-sanctioned activities, including practices, games, change rooms, and events.
  2. All players must be registered, have paid all fees, and provided required documents before participating.
  3. Players must wear shin guards and safe footwear; no metal cleats.
  4. Players must wear RSL-approved uniforms and equipment; no jewelry or unsafe objects. Religious headwear and medical/approved protective equipment are permitted.
  5. Equal playing time shall be provided in House League games, consistent with Ontario Soccer Grassroots standards.
  6. Team balancing will be conducted by RSL in the best interests of fair play.
  7. Transfers, permits, and dual registrations shall follow Ontario Soccer regulations.

Article 3: Team Officials

  1. Each roster may register up to four team officials (coach, assistant coach, team manager, trainer).
  2. Team officials must complete Ontario Soccer’s mandatory screening and Safe Sport training requirements.
  3. Team officials are responsible for their team’s conduct and ensuring players and parents uphold RSL’s Code of Conduct.
  4. Team officials must remain until all players have safely left the field after games or practices.

Article 4:  Conduct at Practices and Games

  1. Players, coaches, referees, and spectators must uphold the RSL Code of Conduct.
  2. Spectators must remain on designated sides of the field; no one is permitted behind goal lines.
  3. Coaches in Micro Divisions (U4–U6) may be on the field for instructional purposes. For all other divisions, coaches must remain in designated technical areas.
  4. Abuse of referees, players, coaches, or volunteers will not be tolerated.

Article 5: Game Operations

  1. All games shall follow FIFA Laws of the Game, with modifications approved by Ontario Soccer for Grassroots programs.
  2. Only referees may cancel games due to weather or field conditions, unless the City of Toronto issues a closure.
  3. Referees are responsible for game sheets and reporting results.
  4. Minimum players to start a game:
    • 5 players for U7–U10;
    • 7 players for U12 and older.
  5. Defaulted games shall be recorded as 1–0 to the opponent, unless both teams default (then recorded as 0–0).

Article 6: Season and Playoffs

  1. U4–U12 programming shall follow Ontario Soccer Grassroots Standards; no standings or playoffs.
  2. Older divisions may record standings, using 3 points for a win, 1 for a draw.
  3. Tiebreakers: head-to-head results, goal differential, goals scored, coin toss.
  4. Playoffs and championship games must produce a winner if required, using FIFA penalty kicks if necessary.

Article 7:  Development and Select Teams

  1. Select and development teams are composed of House League players chosen to represent RSL at tournaments or festivals.
  2. Dual participation in House League and Competitive programs is encouraged up to U11 but not mandatory after U11.
  3. House League responsibilities take precedence over select activities.

Article 8: Representative Teams

  1. Representative (Rep) Teams using the RSL name operate independently of the League.
  2. Rep Teams are responsible for their own finances, staffing, insurance, and technical compliance.
  3. Each Rep Team must sign an Affiliation & Name-Use Agreement annually and provide proof of insurance naming RSL and the City of Toronto as additional insureds.
  4. RSL assumes no financial, operational, or disciplinary liability for Rep Teams.

Article 9: Discipline and Conflict Resolution

  1. RSL will address disputes and misconduct through internal review by the Executive Council and/or appointed committee.
  2. All parties shall first attempt informal resolution before escalation.
  3. Unresolved matters will be referred to the Toronto Soccer Association and Ontario Soccer in accordance with their discipline procedures.

Article 10: Accessibility and Inclusion

  1. RSL is committed to equitable access to soccer, consistent with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
  2. Financial assistance may be offered at the discretion of the Executive Council, and families will be referred to grant programs where possible.
  3. RSL promotes gender equity, newcomer inclusion, and Indigenous participation in all programs.

Article 11: Refunds

Refunds are governed as follows:

  1. Withdrawal 30+ days before season start: 80% refund (less $25 admin fee).
  2. Withdrawal 14–29 days before season start: 50% refund.
  3. Withdrawal within 13 days of season start: 25% refund.
  4. After the first scheduled game: no refund, except for medical relocation or waitlist non-placement, in which case a pro-rated or full refund may be provided.
  5. Refund requests must be submitted in writing to the Executive Council.

Article 12: Field Usage

Fields permitted to RSL are for sanctioned activities only.
 RSL shall not sublet fields to outside organizations or individuals.