Adult Soccer Members
Access all the benefits of your TOCA Adult Soccer Membership! Reference rules of play and code of conduct.
Rules of Gameplay
Click below to see our League and Pickup rules, designed to keep our gameplay fast, fun, competitive and safe!
TOCA Adult Soccer: Code of Conduct
Our Community Promise
At TOCA, we're building more than just soccer games—we're creating a community where everyone belongs. This code of conduct reflects our commitment to keeping our soccer environment fun, safe, and welcoming for all players.
Respect the Game
- Play fair: Compete with integrity and sportsmanship
- Respect the Match Captain: Accept decisions gracefully
- Play safely: No slide tackles, boarding, or dangerous play
- Follow facility rules: They exist for everyone's safety
Respect Each Other
- Welcome new players: Everyone was new once
- Know names: Address fellow players by name
- Positive communication: Encourage, don't criticize
- Inclusive play: Ensure everyone gets meaningful playing time
- Celebrate good plays: Recognize skill at all levels
Respect the Space
- Clean up: Leave the area better than you found it
- Proper equipment: Wear appropriate footwear and required safety gear
- Use facilities properly: No jumping over boards or misusing equipment
- Follow check-in procedures: Wristbands, waivers, and IDs
When Things Get Heated
- Take a breath: Step back when emotions run high
- Accept timeouts: Use them to cool down, not escalate
- Own mistakes: Apologize when needed
- Remember why we're here: For fun, fitness, and friendship
The TOCA Way
- Arrive with energy: Bring your best self
Adult League Rules
WINNING THE TOCA WAY
- Win = 3 points / Tie = 1 point
- Only Playoffs go to shootouts (3 rounds then sudden death)
- We all win when we are good humans, sweat more and play fair
SQUAD GOALS
The Setup
- Your squad needs at least the on-field minimum to get the game on!
- 5s, 6s, 7s
- For co-ed teams:
- Need at least 2 girls on the field
- 5s: Max 3 guys, 6s: Max 4 guys, 7s: Max 5 guys
- No girls available? You can still play but stick to max guys rule
Player Requirements
- Must be 18+
- Need valid government ID
- Gotta sign the waiver
- Can't be playing for multiple teams in the same division
FIT CHECK
The Drip
- Your team needs matching jersey colors
- Goalkeepers must wear a unique color
- Home team wears TOCA pinnies if there's a color clash
- Shin guards are mandatory
The No-Go's - Safety is cool
- No unsecured jewellery
- No hats
- No metal cleats (we're not trying to destroy anyone)
- Indoor flats or turf shoes when you can
GAMEPLAY
The Dos
- Sub players whenever (but use the designated areas)
- Direct free kicks for all restarts
- Stay 5 Yards away from free kicks
- PKs from the mark (classic style)
- Goalkeepers can use hands in their area and slide hands first
The Don’ts
- No offsides
- No throw-ins (kick-ins only)
- No slide tackles
- No spitting
- No boarding (this isn't hockey)
- No jumping over boards
- Goalkeepers can't:
- Punt or drop-kick
- Pick up teammate passes
- Slide tackle feet first
MISCONDUCT AND PENALTIES
Yellow Cards (2 min penalty)
- Intentional slide tackling
- Boarding someone (not cool)
- Spitting on the field
- Body contact with no ball contact
Red Card (Exit game, leave facility)
- Flagrant fouls or behavior, including but not limited to:
- Offensive language or slurs
- Aggressive or targeted tackling
- Verbal or physical fighting
- Intoxication while playing
- Must leave the facility (no hanging around)
Forfeits
- Shows up as a 0-3 loss
- Happens if:
- You're using ineligible players
- Not enough players 5 mins after start time
Remember, we are using standard common sense and keeping the vibes positive. Let's get this W!
Adult Pickup Rules
THE GAME RULES (KEEP IT SIMPLE)
- 5-min games
- No goal limits
- Stay on your feet (no slide tackles)
- Kick-ins only
- Teams switch every 5 mins
- Each squad plays 2 games, then takes a breather
- Got subs? Rotate every couple of minutes, we all want to sweat
- Using multiple fields? We're doing Pro/Rel vibes (if skill levels match)
- Keep it fun (that's literally the point)
- Everyone gets to play
- Check in at the front desk
- Sign SmartWaiver
- Get a wristband
