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DPSL Indoor Rules 2026-27 

Age Divisions

  • Indoor DPSL will be split into 4 age groups:
    • 2015 Boys
    • 2016 Boys
    • 2017 Boys
    • 2019/20 Boys
  • Players may only compete in their registered age group
  • Players may only play for one team per division.
  • Girls are permitted to play one age group down in boys divisions.

Player Identification & Proof of Age Policy

  • 1. Proof of Age Requirement
    • Proof of age (e.g., birth certificate, passport, or government ID) may be requested by league staff at any time throughout the season.
  • 2. Dynasty Premier Soccer League Player Cards
    • Custom League IDs: During the first two weeks of the season (October 24 – November 1), players will be issued a custom Dynasty Premier Soccer League Player Card.
    • Card Details: Each card includes the player's photo, date of birth, and team name.
    • Strict Eligibility Mandate: Players are only eligible to play once they have received this official ID directly from league staff during the first two weeks of league games. To receive this DPSL player card a PHYSICAL PASSPORT ONLY must be brought and shown to league staff in order to obtain this player card.
    • Players are required to bring this DPSL player card to EVERY game and show proof of identification to league staff 15 minutes before each game.
  • 3. Registration Submission Deadline
    • October 7 Deadline: Only players whose registration and information were submitted by their coaches on or before October 7 will have their IDs processed and issued during the October 24 – November 1 distribution window.

Game Format

  • Grace Period: Teams are given a 5-minute grace period from scheduled kickoff to field the minimum # of players. Failure to do so results in a 3–0 forfeit loss.
  • 2015 Boys
    • Matches are played in a 9v9 format.
    • Minimum 6 players to start a game. 
    • If a team cannot field 6 players within 5 minutes after the game time the referee may record the game as a forfeit.
  • 2016 Boys
    • Matches are played in a 9v9 format.
    • Minimum 6 players to start a game. 
    • If a team cannot field 6 players within 5 minutes after the game time the referee may record the game as a forfeit. 


  • 2017 Boys
    • Matches are played in a 7v7 format.
    • Minimum 5 players to start game
    • If a team cannot field 5 players within 5 minutes after the game time the referee may record the game as a forfeit.
  • 2019 Boys
    • Matches are played in a 5v5 format.
    • Minimum 3 players to start a game.
    • If a team cannot field 3 players within 5 minutes after the game time the referee may record the game as a forfeit.

Match Duration

  •  2015, 2016, 2017 age groups consist of 2 x 25 minute halves
  • 2019/20 age groups consist of 2 x 20 minute halves
  • A 2-minute halftime break is provided.
  • The referee has full authority over match timekeeping.

Substitutions 

  • 9v9, 7v7, and 5v5  format games are required to inform the referee to stop the game before substituting.

Rosters

  • Rosters will be locked on Jan 1, 2027. No players can be added after this date.
    • In order to register a player their full passport picture, headshot picture for DPSL player ID card, jersey number, full name, Date of Birth.
  • 2015 Division
    • Max 18 players rostered.
  • 2016 Division
    • Max 18 players rostered.
  • 2017 Division
    • Max 15 players rostered.
  • 2019 Division
    • Max 12 players rostered.

Game Rules

  • 2015 Division
    • 9v9
    • Throw ins will be used.
    • Offsides are present.
    • Slide tackling is permitted.
    • No retreat line.
    • Yellow card is a warning.
    • A red card means the player is immediately sent off and the team plays one man down for the remaining match.
    • Ceiling contact: If the ball hits any overhead structure or ceiling nets, play restarts with an indirect free kick awarded to the opposing team at the nearest spot beneath the contact point.
    • Ball & Equipment:
      • Ball size 4
      • Footwear: facilities are only permitting indoor turf shoes on their turf at all facilities. No cleats are permitted.
      • Shin Guards: Mandatory and must be fully covered by socks.
      • Goalkeepers must wear a jersey that clearly contrasts both teams.

  • 2016 Division
    • 9v9
    • Throw ins will be used.
    • Offsides are present.
    • Slide tackling is permitted.
    • No retreat line.
    • Yellow card is a warning.
    • A red card means the player is immediately sent off and the team plays one man down for the remaining match.
    • Ceiling contact: If the ball hits any overhead structure or ceiling nets, play restarts with an indirect free kick awarded to the opposing team at the nearest spot beneath the contact point.
    • Ball & Equipment:
      • Ball size 4
      • Footwear: facilities are only permitting indoor turf shoes on their turf at all facilities. No cleats are permitted.
      • Shin Guards: Mandatory and must be fully covered by socks.
      • Goalkeepers must wear a jersey that clearly contrasts both teams.

  • 2017 Division
    • 7v7
    • Throw ins will be used.
    • No offsides.
    • Slide tackling is NOT permitted.
    • No retreat line.
    • Yellow card is a warning.
    • A red card means the player is immediately sent off and the team plays one man down for the remaining match.
    • Ceiling contact: If the ball hits any overhead structure or ceiling nets, play restarts with an indirect free kick awarded to the opposing team at the nearest spot beneath the contact point.
    • All free kicks are two touch (indirect).
    • Ball and Equipment:
      • Ball size 4
      • Footwear: facilities are only permitting indoor turf shoes on their turf at all facilities. No cleats are permitted.
      • Shin Guards: Mandatory and must be fully covered by socks.
      • Goalkeepers must wear a jersey that clearly contrasts both teams.



  • 2019/20 Division
    • 5v5
    • Kick-ins will be used. NO dribble ins.
    • No offsides.
    • Slide tackling is NOT permitted.
    • The retreat line is ⅓ of the field. All free kicks are two touch (indirect).
    • Yellow card is a warning.
    • A red card means the player is immediately sent off and the team plays one man down for the remaining match.
    • Ceiling contact: If the ball hits any overhead structure or ceiling nets, play restarts with an indirect free kick awarded to the opposing team at the nearest spot beneath the contact point.
    • All free kicks are two touch (indirect).
    • Ball and Equipment:
      • Ball size 3
      • Footwear: facilities are only permitting indoor turf shoes on their turf at all facilities. No cleats are permitted.
      • Shin Guards: Mandatory and must be fully covered by socks.
      • Goalkeepers must wear a jersey that clearly contrasts both teams.

Referees

  • All matches are officiated by league-approved referees.
  • Referee decisions are final and must be respected.
  • Abuse shown towards a referee will result in a league fine of $100.

No Shows & Forfeits

  • 48-Hour Notice: Teams must provide a minimum of 48 hours' written notice to league administration if they are unable to attend a scheduled match.
  • Failure to Notify: If a team fails to provide at least 48 hours' notice, the defaulting team is required to pay the full referee game fees for both teams for that match.

Standings

  • 3 points for a win
  • 1 point for a draw
  • 0 points for a loss

Tie Breakers

  1. Head-to-head
  2. Goal difference
  3. Goals scored
  4. Goals Against 
  5. Penalty Shootout 







Playoff Rules

  • If a match is tied at full-time, it goes directly to penalties (no extra time).
  • Each team will take 3 penalty kicks. If still tied, the shootout proceeds to sudden death. 
  • Only the players on the field at the end of the match are eligible to take penalties.
  • Players have to play a mandatory 6 games out of the 18 game season to be eligible to participate in their teams Playoff run.

Code of Conduct

  • Players, coaches, and spectators must show respect at all times.
  • Abuse toward referees, opponents, or staff will not be tolerated. Teams are responsible for their respective parents and any signs of fighting or abuse toward referees, opponents, or staff will result in a $300 fine to be paid before the team's next game.
  • Unsportsmanlike behaviour may result in suspension or removal from the league.

Season Awards, Playoffs & Recognition

  1. Regular Season Standings Champion
  • 1st Place Award: The team finishing in 1st Place in the standings at the conclusion of the 18-game regular season receives:
    • Official Championship DPSL Rings for all rostered players.
    • A Permanent Team Trophy to keep.
  1. Playoff Competition & Medals
  • Playoff Champions: The playoff tournament winners receive:
    • Official Gold Medals for all rostered players.
    • A Permanent Playoff Team Trophy to keep.
    • Playoff Runners-Up: The 2nd-place team in the playoffs receives official Silver Medals.
  1. Individual & Match Recognition
  • Game MVP Selection: After every single game, 1 player will be selected as the MVP of the Match by the referee and league staff in attendance.
  • Playoff Finals MVP: The player selected as MVP during the Playoff Finals receives an exclusive Custom DPSL MVP T-Shirt.
  • Golden Boot Award: Awarded to the player with the most goals scored over the entire season in each respective division.
  • Best Goalkeeper Award: Awarded to the top goalkeeper in each respective division based on season performance and clean sheets.
  1. DPSL Division "Team of the Season"
  • Custom FIFA Player Cards: At the end of the season, a Team of the Season will be selected for every division. Selected players receive a custom physical FIFA-style player card featuring their photo and official season statistics.







Game Sheet Procedures

1. Mandatory Game Sheet Submission

  • Team Responsibility: Every team is required to fill out and bring a physical game sheet to every scheduled match which is provided to coaches.
  • Pre-Game Submission: The completed game sheet must be handed to the referee prior to kickoff.

2. Matchday Roster Accuracy

  • Attending Players Only: Game sheets must reflect only the players who are physically attending and playing in that specific week's game.
  • Prohibited Entries: Non-attending players, suspended players, or uncarded individuals must not be listed on the game sheet.