All individuals responsible for a team and all spectators shall support the referee. Failure to do so will undermine the referee’s authority and has the potential of creating a hostile environment for the players, the referee, all the other participants and spectators. Consequently, The NSC has adopted the following rules:

1. No one, except the players, is to speak to the referee during or after the game.

• Exceptions: Coaches may ask questions before the game and at half time. Coaches may call for substitutions and point out emergencies during the game, or respond to the referee if addressed.

2. Absolutely no disputing referee calls, during or after the game, no remarks to the referee to watch certain players or attend to rough play.

3. Absolutely NO YELLING at the referee and/or players, EVER, and no criticism, sarcasm, harassment, intimidation, or feedback of any kind during or after the game.

The use of foul and profane language towards other persons – opponent, teammates, coaches, referees, etc – will result in AUTOMATIC EJECTION (RED CARD) The use of foul and profane language out of frustration will result in an AUTOMATIC WARNING (YELLOW CARD)

• Exceptions: Coaches and assistant coaches may provide direction to the players, spectators may cheer on the players but provide no direction.

4. Violators may be ejected and are subject to disciplinary action by the NSC Executive Board.

If coaches or spectators have questions regarding referee calls, rules, or a referee, or wish to give feedback regarding a referee, please contact the Head Referee, Jose Cruz at jcruz@jdcsystems.net, or any other NSC Board member.