Referee Resources
The 2025-26 Soccer Guide is a comparative study of NCAA and NFHS soccer rules and the IFAB laws of the game. Key NCAA differences extend to substitution, systems of match control, time keeping, throw-ins, penalty kicks, and overtime procedures.
NISOA Sprint and Interval Test
The NISOA Sprint and Interval Fitness Test consists of six 40 meter sprints timed at under 9 seconds and an interval test of a 150 meter run and 50 meter walk x 20. Each interval must be done in 45 seconds.
NCAA Points of Emphasis for 2026 include: Video Review Procedures, Team Area Decorum, Taunting, Persistent Infringement, Grappling in the PA, and Violent Behavior.
The 2026-27 NCAA Soccer Rules Book containing the 17 rules, major rules changes, significant editorial changes, concussion protocol, and approved referee and assistant referee signals.
2026 and 2027 Men’s and Women’s Soccer Rules Changes
2026 and 2027 Men’s and Women’s Soccer Rules Changes for D1, D2, and D3 approved by the NCAA Men’s and Women’s Soccer Rules Committee and the Playing Rules Oversight Panel. All rules changes are in effect with the start of the Fall 2026 Season.
The NCAA Soccer Center Circle central hub on RQ+ (www.refquest.com) provides a common national platform to communicate important soccer information to referees. Visit Center Circle frequently to stay current on the latest soccer officiating news and information: rules interpretations, video clips, the correct application of rules and mechanics, and more. Additionally, all events where NCAA soccer staff will be providing instructional support will be listed on the NCAA soccer Center Circle central hub.