NOISEMAKERS — Artificial noisemakers are not allowed at practices or games. Artificial noisemakers include, but are not limited to, air horns, cow bells, drums, megaphones, vuvuzelas, etc.
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Are drones allowed at the fields, games, or practices?
No.
Are alcoholic beverages allowed at the fields, games, or practices?
No. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited from all VYSO activities, at any location, including youth games, practices, scrimmages, camps and other youth events.
Is smoking allowed at the fields, games, or practices?
Smoking, including the use of electronic cigarettes and vaping devices, is allowed only in designated parking areas.
Are we allowed to bring pets to the Riverside Soccer Complex?
No. Pets are not allowed. Service animals are always allowed; however, the animal cannot interfere with soccer games/practices or cause a safety issue for our players or referees. Emotional support animals are not allowed.
Are we allowed to sit or stand at the ends of the fields or behind goals?
No. Parents/fans must sit on the side of the field opposite from their team. No one is allowed at the ends of the fields or near/behind the goals.
Are we allowed to sit with the players during the games?
No. Players and coaches sit on one side of the field. Parents/fans must sit on the other side of the field directly across from their child’s team.
When will makeup games be played?
REC makeup games may be scheduled on another Saturday (team may end up playing more than one game that day), on a Sunday afternoon, or on a weeknight. Please see Standing Rule 6.1 for more information on makeup games and reschedules. You can read more on this topic on the Rain, Bad Weather, Field Conditions page.
If games are cancelled due to weather will they be rescheduled?
If REC games are cancelled due to weather, field conditions, or other reasons, the makeup or rescheduled game may be played on Saturdays, Sunday afternoons, and/or weeknights. Please see Standing Rule 6.1 for more information on makeup games and reschedules. You can read more on this topic on the Rain, Bad Weather, Field Conditions page.
How will we know if games are cancelled?
When games are cancelled due to weather or other unforeseen reason, we notify coaches and expect them to notify their players. You can read more on this topic on the Rain, Bad Weather, Field Conditions page.