INTERSEK 2026 | DIRECTO
OFFICIAL TOURNAMENT RULES REGULATIONS & FIXTURES
Fair Play • Respect • Teamwork • Sportsmanship
Each team may have 5 players on the field at any one time, including a goalkeeper.
To promote equal participation, teams are encouraged to have:
3 Boys + 2 Girls
playing on the field at all times.
If a school is unable to field two girls, the team may play with 1 girl, provided that both teams agree to match the same gender representation before the match begins.
Teams are encouraged to have substitute players available.
Important: Delays may affect the running of the entire tournament, so teams are expected to arrive promptly.
Rolling substitutions are permitted throughout the match.
Before the match, the referee will conduct a coin toss.
The team winning the toss may choose either:
The opposing team will take the kick-off at the start of the second half.
When the ball completely leaves the field of play over the touchline, play will restart with a pass-in.
The goalkeeper may use their hands only inside the designated penalty area.
If the goalkeeper deliberately handles the ball outside the penalty area, an indirect free kick will be awarded to the opposing team from the location of the offence.
Goalkeepers should distribute the ball promptly and fairly to help maintain the flow and pace of the game.
Unless otherwise indicated by the tournament officials:
Penalties will be taken from the designated penalty mark.
The tournament is committed to providing a safe, respectful and enjoyable environment for all participants.
Players, coaches and spectators are expected to demonstrate appropriate behaviour throughout the tournament.
A yellow card may be issued for:
A red card may be issued for:
A player receiving a red card must leave the playing area immediately.
The player may also face further disciplinary action at the discretion of the tournament organisers.
Respect is expected from everyone involved in the tournament.
Players must show respect towards:
The tournament promotes fair play, teamwork and sportsmanship above winning.
Any behaviour that threatens the safety or enjoyment of other participants may result in disciplinary action.
The referee’s decision is final during the match.
Players, coaches and spectators are expected to respect the decisions of match officials.
Any matter not specifically covered by these rules will be decided by the tournament organisers.
All teams are expected to compete in the spirit of:
FAIR PLAY • RESPECT • TEAMWORK • SPORTSMANSHIP
If a semi-final match ends in a draw after normal playing time, the winner will be decided immediately by a penalty shootout.
The final will consist of:
If the final ends in a draw after normal playing time, the winner will be decided by a penalty shootout.
OFFICIAL TOURNAMENT RULES REGULATIONS & FIXTURES
Fair Play • Respect • Teamwork • Sportsmanship
To promote equal participation, teams should, whenever possible, use the following format:
3 Boys + 2 Girls
2 Boys + 3 Girls
Each match will consist of:
There will be no overtime during the group stage.
If a group-stage match finishes level, the result will be recorded as a draw
A technical foul may be issued for:
The referee will determine the appropriate penalty.
Serious or repeated misconduct may result in further disciplinary action at the discretion of the Tournament Director.
The tournament will consist of 12 teams, divided into:
Every team will play against all other teams in their group.
The top two teams from each group will qualify for the semifinals.
🥇 1st Place – Group A vs 🥈 2nd Place – Group B
🥇 1st Place – Group B vs 🥈 2nd Place – Group A
The winners of the two semifinals will advance to the Tournament Final.
Teams will receive points according to the following system:
| Result | Points |
|---|---|
| 🏆 Win | 2 points |
| 🤝 Draw | 1 point |
| ❌ Loss | 0 points |
If two or more teams finish the group stage with the same number of competition points, semifinal qualification will be decided in the following order:
The result of the match played between the tied teams.
Points scored minus points conceded in matches between the tied teams.
The team that scored the most points in matches between the tied teams.
Points scored minus points conceded across all group-stage matches.
5. Most Overall Points Scored
The team that scored the most points across all group-stage matches.
If the teams remain tied, each team will take five free throws.
The team scoring the most free throws will qualify.
If the free-throw score remains tied:
For a three-team or multiple-team tie, a mini-table containing only the results between the tied teams will be used first.
A semifinal or final cannot finish in a draw. If the scores are level at the end of regulation time:
If the scores remain tied after extra time:
Free-Throw Shootout
Sudden Death
If the teams remain tied after five free throws:
To encourage player development, participation and positive competition:
Zone defence is not permitted.
Teams must play man-to-man defence.
If a team leads by 20 points or more, it may not use a full-court press.
Teams should allow the opposition to advance the ball and continue to play in a sportsmanlike manner.
Coaches must prioritise:
The objective is to provide a positive experience for all players, rather than focusing solely on the final score.
OFFICIAL TOURNAMENT RULES REGULATIONS & FIXTURES
Fair Play • Respect • Teamwork • Sportsmanship
A fault occurs when a player or team:
Teams will receive:
| Result | Points |
|---|---|
| Win | 2 points |
| Draw | 1 point |
| Loss | 0 points |
To encourage positive competition and player development:
🏐 PLAY FAIR. PLAY TOGETHER. ENJOY THE GAME.
Respect • Teamwork • Development • Sportsmanship
OFFICIAL TOURNAMENT RULES REGULATIONS & FIXTURES
Fair Play • Respect • Teamwork • Sportsmanship
Fair Play • Respect • Teamwork • Sportsmanship
The field events offered at the tournament are:
For field events:
Athletes are expected to:
Unsportsmanlike or dangerous behaviour may result in disqualification from an event or removal from the competition
OFFICIAL TOURNAMENT RULES REGULATIONS & FIXTURES
Fair Play • Respect • Teamwork • Sportsmanship
Each team may have 5 players on the field at any one time, including a goalkeeper.
To promote equal participation, teams are encouraged to have:
3 Boys + 2 Girls
playing on the field at all times.
If a school is unable to field two girls, the team may play with 1 girl, provided that both teams agree to match the same gender representation before the match begins.
Teams are encouraged to have substitute players available.
Important: Delays may affect the running of the entire tournament, so teams are expected to arrive promptly.
Rolling substitutions are permitted throughout the match.
Before the match, the referee will conduct a coin toss.
The team winning the toss may choose either:
The opposing team will take the kick-off at the start of the second half.
When the ball completely leaves the field of play over the touchline, play will restart with a pass-in.
The goalkeeper may use their hands only inside the designated penalty area.
If the goalkeeper deliberately handles the ball outside the penalty area, an indirect free kick will be awarded to the opposing team from the location of the offence.
Goalkeepers should distribute the ball promptly and fairly to help maintain the flow and pace of the game.
Unless otherwise indicated by the tournament officials:
Penalties will be taken from the designated penalty mark.
The tournament is committed to providing a safe, respectful and enjoyable environment for all participants.
Players, coaches and spectators are expected to demonstrate appropriate behaviour throughout the tournament.
A yellow card may be issued for:
A red card may be issued for:
A player receiving a red card must leave the playing area immediately.
The player may also face further disciplinary action at the discretion of the tournament organisers.
Respect is expected from everyone involved in the tournament.
Players must show respect towards:
The tournament promotes fair play, teamwork and sportsmanship above winning.
Any behaviour that threatens the safety or enjoyment of other participants may result in disciplinary action.
The referee’s decision is final during the match.
Players, coaches and spectators are expected to respect the decisions of match officials.
Any matter not specifically covered by these rules will be decided by the tournament organisers.
All teams are expected to compete in the spirit of:
FAIR PLAY • RESPECT • TEAMWORK • SPORTSMANSHIP
If a semi-final match ends in a draw after normal playing time, the winner will be decided immediately by a penalty shootout.
The final will consist of:
If the final ends in a draw after normal playing time, the winner will be decided by a penalty shootout.
OFFICIAL TOURNAMENT RULES REGULATIONS & FIXTURES
Fair Play • Respect • Teamwork • Sportsmanship
To promote equal participation, teams should, whenever possible, use the following format:
3 Boys + 2 Girls
2 Boys + 3 Girls
Each match will consist of:
There will be no overtime during the group stage.
If a group-stage match finishes level, the result will be recorded as a draw
A technical foul may be issued for:
The referee will determine the appropriate penalty.
Serious or repeated misconduct may result in further disciplinary action at the discretion of the Tournament Director.
The tournament will consist of 12 teams, divided into:
Every team will play against all other teams in their group.
The top two teams from each group will qualify for the semifinals.
🥇 1st Place – Group A vs 🥈 2nd Place – Group B
🥇 1st Place – Group B vs 🥈 2nd Place – Group A
The winners of the two semifinals will advance to the Tournament Final.
Teams will receive points according to the following system:
| Result | Points |
|---|---|
| 🏆 Win | 2 points |
| 🤝 Draw | 1 point |
| ❌ Loss | 0 points |
If two or more teams finish the group stage with the same number of competition points, semifinal qualification will be decided in the following order:
The result of the match played between the tied teams.
Points scored minus points conceded in matches between the tied teams.
The team that scored the most points in matches between the tied teams.
Points scored minus points conceded across all group-stage matches.
5. Most Overall Points Scored
The team that scored the most points across all group-stage matches.
If the teams remain tied, each team will take five free throws.
The team scoring the most free throws will qualify.
If the free-throw score remains tied:
For a three-team or multiple-team tie, a mini-table containing only the results between the tied teams will be used first.
A semifinal or final cannot finish in a draw. If the scores are level at the end of regulation time:
If the scores remain tied after extra time:
Free-Throw Shootout
Sudden Death
If the teams remain tied after five free throws:
To encourage player development, participation and positive competition:
Zone defence is not permitted.
Teams must play man-to-man defence.
If a team leads by 20 points or more, it may not use a full-court press.
Teams should allow the opposition to advance the ball and continue to play in a sportsmanlike manner.
Coaches must prioritise:
The objective is to provide a positive experience for all players, rather than focusing solely on the final score.
OFFICIAL TOURNAMENT RULES REGULATIONS & FIXTURES
Fair Play • Respect • Teamwork • Sportsmanship
A fault occurs when a player or team:
Teams will receive:
| Result | Points |
|---|---|
| Win | 2 points |
| Draw | 1 point |
| Loss | 0 points |
To encourage positive competition and player development:
🏐 PLAY FAIR. PLAY TOGETHER. ENJOY THE GAME.
Respect • Teamwork • Development • Sportsmanship
OFFICIAL TOURNAMENT RULES REGULATIONS & FIXTURES
Fair Play • Respect • Teamwork • Sportsmanship
Fair Play • Respect • Teamwork • Sportsmanship
The field events offered at the tournament are:
For field events:
Athletes are expected to:
Unsportsmanlike or dangerous behaviour may result in disqualification from an event or removal from the competition