Goalie Wars Tournament Rules

    • 1v1 competition between goalkeepers

    • Each game is played with a 3-minute running clock

    • Each goalkeeper may have:

      • 1 coach

      • Up to 6 ball handlers

    • Each goalkeeper is guaranteed at least 3 games

    • Game begins with a coin flip to determine first possession

    • Ball is restarted by the goalkeeper in possession

    • After a goal, play resumes with the opposing goalkeeper

    • If the ball goes out of play, possession is awarded to the goalkeeper who did not touch it last

    • Goalkeepers must remain in their defensive half when shooting

    • Goalkeepers cannot cross the halfway line to retrieve balls

    • Goalkeepers may:

      • Punt / drop kick

      • Throw / sling

      • Play from the ground

    • If a goalkeeper:

      • Mishandles forward → must reset to goal line

      • Mishandles backward → plays from that spot

    • Clean catches are played from the point of control

    • Goalkeepers have 6 seconds to distribute the ball

    • No player substitutions (individual competition)

    • Ball handlers may rotate as needed

    • Standard goalkeeper gear (gloves, shin guards, etc.)

    • Each player must bring 4 soccer balls (clearly marked)

    • Ball sizes:

      • Size 5 (U12+)

      • Size 4 (U11 and younger)

    • Only one ball in play at a time

    • Goal scored when the ball fully crosses the goal line

    • Each possession = one distribution attempt only

    • Game winner = the goalkeeper with the most goals

    • Tournament points:

      • Win = 3 points

      • Tie = 1 point

      • Loss = 0 points

    • Failure to report on time may result in a forfeit (at referee/tournament discretion)

    • Officials may terminate games for:

      • Safety concerns

      • Unsportsmanlike behavior

      • Rule violations

    • If tied during the game:

      • 1-minute tiebreaker game

    • If still tied:

      • Golden goal (first goal wins)

    1. Golden goal format applies

    2. First goalkeeper to score advances

    • Not applicable (gameplay functions as continuous shootout-style play)

    • Enforced by game official

    • Officials have authority to:

      • Stop or terminate play

      • Remove players, coaches, or spectators for misconduct

    • Violent conduct or serious foul play may result in tournament expulsion.

    • Coaches, spectators, or team officials ejected must leave the area and may be suspended from the tournament.

    • Referees will not tolerate abusive behavior, profanity, or unsportsmanlike conduct.

    • Verbal abuse toward referees, staff, or volunteers may result in suspension/ejection.

    • No refunds for suspensions or ejections.