Rotary Club of San Juan Bautista
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"The 7vs7 sOCCER tOURNAMENT"

This event is created by Rotary San Juan Bautista in collaboration with Aromas Park. 

Mission: Our mission is to bring together young adult farmworkers and community members in a safe, welcoming environment where soccer becomes more than just a game. Through a two-day 7v7 tournament for men and women ages 18 and older, we aim to foster social connection, relieve stress, and promote a sense of belonging. By encouraging teamwork, friendly competition, and family-friendly participation, we create opportunities for positive coping, stronger community ties, and joyful experiences on and off the field.


Vision: To provide a safe and welcoming soccer tournament where young adult farmworkers and general community members create community connections, improve behavioral health, and connect with friends and family through the joy of the game.

7v7 SOCCER TOURNAMENT RULES
Aromas Community Park | June 20–21, 2026

GENERAL RULES
• All FIFA rules will be enforced unless otherwise stated below.
• Tournament format and scheduling will be determined by the Tournament Committee.
• All referee decisions are FINAL. Judgment calls may not be protested.
• The Tournament Committee reserves the right to make final decisions regarding rules, scheduling, weather delays, and tournament operations.

PLAYER & EQUIPMENT RULES
• Every player is REQUIRED to wear shin guards at all times during matches.
• Watches and jewelry must be removed or properly covered before entering the field.
• Teams should wear matching uniform colors to avoid confusion during play.
• Metal cleats are NOT allowed.
• Regular FIFA throw-ins and corner kicks will be enforced.

GAMEPLAY RULES
• NO OFFSIDE rule will be enforced.
• NO slide tackling allowed for field players.
• Goalkeepers may slide only inside the penalty area.
• Any intentional slide tackle without contact may result in a YELLOW CARD at the referee’s discretion.
• Any slide tackle involving player contact will result in an automatic RED CARD and ejection.

SUBSTITUTIONS
• Substitutions are allowed only during dead-ball situations:

  • Throw-ins
  • Corner kicks
  • Goal kicks
  • Free kicks
  • After goals scored
    •     No substitutions “on the fly.”

DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS
• YELLOW CARD:

  • Player must leave the field for 5 minutes.
  • Team may substitute another player during that time.
    • RED CARD:
  • Automatic ejection from the match.
    • Any player, coach, or spectator involved in fighting or violent conduct will be suspended for the remainder of the tournament.
    • Verbal abuse, racial slurs, aggressive behavior, or unsportsmanlike conduct will NOT be tolerated.
    • Tournament staff reserves the right to remove any player, coach, spectator, or team for unacceptable behavior or actions that endanger others.

SPORTSMANSHIP
• Coaches are responsible for the behavior of their players and spectators both on and off the field.
• Good sportsmanship is expected at all times regardless of the match result.
• The Tournament Committee may issue additional suspensions depending on the severity of incidents or misconduct.

SCORING & REPORTING
• Referees are responsible for reporting final scores after each match.
• Any ejections or serious incidents must be reported immediately to tournament staff.

WEATHER POLICY
• Games may continue during light rain at the discretion of tournament officials.
• In the event of severe weather or unsafe field conditions, games may be delayed, shortened, relocated, suspended, or canceled.
• The Tournament Committee reserves the right to modify the format or schedule in order to complete the tournament safely.

Thank you for helping us create a fun, competitive, and family-friendly community event.
Play Hard. Respect Everyone. Enjoy the Game.