The maximum number of players, including the goalkeeper, is 11 when playing 11v11 and 9 when playing 9v9. The minimum number of players, including the goalkeeper, is 8 when playing 11v11 and 6 when playing 9v9. Each team shall field a maximum of 8males, including the goalkeeper. And at least 1 female.
In case of 1 female player, defending that player must be within the spirit of the game. Defending with multiple players to prevent Female touch is not allowed. A whistle and a verbal warning will be issued for unsporting behavior if, in the eyes of the referee, defending is outside the spirit of the game. A yellow card will be issued to the coach for a second offense.
Restart will be an indirect free kick at the location of the unsporting behavior.
Unsporting defending is considered more than 1 or 2 persons defending a Female player.
- The game can still be played if there are less than 2 females present and able to play, including if no females are present.
- Any forfeits, including if the minimum number of players are not present and able to play, will be determined by the Mason SAY President and/or Mason SAY Referee Coordinator.