On July 1, 2019 amendments to the Laws of the Game (LOTG) were introduced by IFAB and adopted by FIFA. 

Beginning with the Spring 2020 season, BAYS is adopting the LOTG amendments, with some BAYS modifications as noted. Referees will be expected to understand the current LOTG and to apply them in the matches they officiate. Coaches should also familiarize themselves with these new laws.

Several coaches, referees, and parents have expressed frustration at being able to find BAYS-specific rules without having to wade through the rulebook, one by one.  Following is a summary of BAYS-specific rules and policies

Wellesley Avengers girls’ Grade 5 team, coached by Tara Ventura and assisted by Kristen Walsh and Michael Flagg

Nominations can be submitted by referees and opposing coaches this season for teams that exhibit examples of outstanding sportsmanship. The deadline to submit nominations is 5 pm, Sunday, November 17, 2019.
After considering all of the submissions, and investigating the comments received, the committee will select the team(s) to receive the Fall 2019 BAYS Sportsmanship Award.  
It should be noted that to be nominated teams should demonstrate outstanding sportsmanship throughout the season and that both coaches’ and parents’ conduct should be considered as well.
In order to submit a nomination, please click on the link along the left margin of the home page labeled “team sportsmanship nomination” and complete the form you will be taken to.

Steve Smoller
Chairman, BAYS Sportsmanship Award Committee