With the anticipated heat approaching this weekend, take extra care across all competitions (Adult and Youth Competitions) to consider your own safety, as well as the safety of the players.

The Referee Program is implementing a mandatory water break policy for all Youth and Adult competitions being played this weekend. The referee shall provide a MINIMUM of one water break per half in all competitions (Recreational, Travel League, EDP Premier, Connecticut Cup, State Cup, ECNL, MLS Next, et all...)

The referee should extend time in each half to accommodate the water break. Water breaks are not coaching moments for teams. Players use the time to hydrate, be checked by the coaching staff for potential Heat related illnes, and return to play.