Overview:

The following rules, guidelines and changes are a summary of the detailed guidelines provided by the EEA and MYSA regarding playing soccer this fall. Please review and familiarize with these guidelines

1. Soccer is still a moderate risk sport, but the EEA has issued new guidelines that MYSA is taking into account.
   • Modify (practices and games) as much as possible to keep players 6 feet apart.
   • Shorten practices and games if possible.
   • Incorporate protective equipment if possible.
     
2. MYSA Game Modifications:
   
   • All gameplay allowed in Spring
   • Masks must be worn at all times.
3. Outdoor Competition
   
   • 2 adults + siblings allowed for each participant
     
   • Spectators must wear facial coverings at all times.
     
4. Protective Equipment
   
   • Facial coverings must be worn at all times
   • Participants must wear facial coverings on the bench or sidelines at all times and in any huddles or time-outs from active play. This includes players with a medical exemption. Participants should take short mask breaks to catch their breath when they are out of proximity of other players (at least 6’) using caution to avoid touching the front or inside of the face covering by using the ear loops to remove and replace. This requirement applies to all spectators, chaperones and coaches, staff, and referees and any other officials. Unless otherwise specified by the league or facility any type of CDC recommended facial covering may be worn. by these parties.
5. The spectator area must allow for at least of 6’ feet of social distancing between all family units
6. Sportsmanship should continue in a touchless manner- no handshakes/slaps/fist bumps..
   
7. No benches

1. Are masks required?

2.What do I do if considered a close contact from another activity?

Stay home from soccer activities and inform your coach. 

Please see https://www.westboroughyouthsoccer.org/Default.aspx?tabid=1090109