RULES & REGULATIONS

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CJSL Rules & Regulations

This page serves as the main reference point for CJSL league rules, regulations, policies, and match-day requirements. Use the sections below to access the official standards that govern league play, player policies, safety, discipline, referee procedures, and core competition policies.

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Key League Rules Match Operations Player Policies & Age Group Rules Safety & Match Day Discipline & Conduct CJSL Fees, Fines & Penalties

CJSL Key League Rules

Official Match Procedures All matches must follow CJSL game-day standards, field setup requirements, referee procedures, and league policies.
Game Changes All approved schedule changes must follow the official Game Change Policy and use the required CJSL form.
AED Compliance All hosted matches must meet CJSL AED requirements and safety expectations before play begins.
Player Policies Guest player rules, player movement, age group guidance, heading policy, and equipment standards all apply.
Discipline & Conduct Player misconduct, prohibited language, Zero Tolerance standards toward referees, and league disciplinary policies are strictly enforced.
CJSL Fees, Fines & Penalties Clubs are responsible for reviewing all applicable registration fees, referee fees, administrative charges, fines, penalties, and league payment obligations.

Match Operations

Quick access to the main game-day and scheduling standards.

Game Play Standards & Game Change Policy

Main match-day operating standards, field expectations, and official schedule change procedures.

Match Day Standards
Match-day procedures, standards of play, and key operational expectations.
Game Change Policy
Deadlines, approvals, and rules for official match changes.
Game Change Request Form
Required form for approved scheduling changes and reschedules.
Playing Field
Field requirements and hosting standards for CJSL matches.

Player Policies & Age Group Rules

Core player-related policies, age group guidance, and equipment standards.

Guest Players, Movement, Heading & Age Group Rules

Review player movement, guest player standards, age group guidance, heading rules, and equipment expectations.

Guest Players
Eligibility, limits, and guest player requirements.
Player Movement Policy
Rules for movement across teams and divisions.
Heading Policy
Heading restrictions and age-group guidance.
USYS Age Group Matrix
Age group and seasonal year reference information.
Uniform and Player Eye-wear
Uniform requirements and approved eyewear standards.

Safety & Match Day

Key match-day safety, weather, field, and referee-related resources.

AED Compliance, Weather Policy, Referee Procedures & Field Readiness

Review AED requirements, weather procedures, referee no-show procedures, and match-day field expectations.

AED Compliance
CJSL AED requirements and safety expectations for hosted matches.
Weather Policy
Weather-related decisions, match delays, cancellations, and safety procedures.
Referee No Show Policy
Procedures when assigned referees do not arrive.
Field Requirements
Standards for a safe and properly prepared game environment.

Discipline & Conduct

Important league policies for misconduct, referee protection, prohibited language, disciplinary standards, and formal protests.

Player Misconduct, Prohibited Language, Zero Tolerance & Protests

Review CJSL conduct standards, disciplinary policies, referee protection requirements, prohibited language rules, and formal protest procedures.

Player Misconduct Policy
CJSL misconduct standards, disciplinary expectations, and sanctions related to player behavior.
Zero Tolerance Policy Towards Referees
Critical referee protection policy covering abuse, misconduct, and league enforcement standards.
Racist, Vulgar & Derogatory Language Policy
Defines prohibited language including racist, ethnic, religious, gender-based, and threatening remarks, along with enforcement standards and disciplinary consequences.
Protests
Official requirements, filing procedures, deadlines, and league review process for formal protests.

CJSL Fees, Fines & Penalties

Official CJSL financial requirements, league fees, administrative charges, fines, penalties, and payment obligations.

League Fees, Administrative Fines & Financial Obligations

Review the official CJSL fee schedule covering referee fees, team and player registration fees, administrative charges, league fines and penalties, payment requirements, and Bad Standing provisions.

CJSL Fees, Fines & Penalties
Complete CJSL schedule of referee fees, team registration fees, player and coach fees, administrative fines and penalties, payment obligations, and Bad Standing requirements.

Need another CJSL resource?

For additional league guidance, match-day standards, or policy references, use the links below to access the main CJSL resource pages.

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