Operational Policies
Here are some of our club's guiding principles, policies, and governing body regulations to which the players, coaches, and board adhere.
Play or Player-Specific Policies
Rowan's Law
Concussion Protocol based on Ontario’s Concussion Awareness Resources.
Humidex Policy
Team practices for U10 and older are held at the discretion of the team coach.
For PMSC Small-Sided games and VUSL House League games:
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U6, U8: If the humidex is equal to or greater than 37C - 90 minutes before play, then play shall be cancelled.
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U10 and U12 only: If the forecasted humidex is equal to or greater than 37C at 4 pm the day of the game, the game shall be cancelled.
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U14, U16, U18 only: If the forecasted humidex is equal to or greater than 40C at 4 pm the day of the game, the game shall be cancelled.
Lightning Policy
The safety of players, coaches, management, and spectators is the primary concern in any weather event that occurs during all matches sanctioned by the CSA.
Ultimately, the referee has the final say on whether to delay or restart a match due to weather. Referees are expected to act responsibly when dealing with such events during matches they are controlling.
30/30 RULE: When you see lightning, count the time until you hear thunder. If this time is thirty (30) seconds or less, seek proper shelter. Wait thirty (30) minutes or more after hearing the last thunder before leaving the shelter. If you cannot see the lighting, just hearing the thunder is good backup rule.
Code of Conduct Policy
OMS adheres to the Ontario Soccer Code of Conduct. This policy references acceptable ethical and inclusive treatment of all players and OMS members.
Zero Tolerance Policy
The Opeongo Minor Soccer Club (OMS) is a strong supporter of making sports safe for all soccer players. Verbal and physical abuse directed by or towards any game official, player, coach or spectator will not be tolerated
Child Safety - Rule of Two Policy
OMS adheres to the Rule of Two for the safe and transparent interactions between a coach and a player.
Play Up Policy
This policy speaks to how OMS review requests for players to play above their birth date categories
Emergency Protocols
The following documents relate to emergency procedures and protocols for field and player checks as well as suspected injury and concussion report remove from and return to sport.
Emergency Action Plan
Injury and Concussion Report
Remove from Sport
Return to Sport
Suspected Concussion Report
Jersey Policy
This policy speaks to the protocol for obtaining, returning and penalties for not returning jerseys at end of season.
Fair Play Policy
This policy speaks to the protocol to ensure that all players have equal time and opportunity to play.