Discipline & Hearing Information
Niagara Soccer Association (NSA)
Last Updated: 01/12/2026
The Niagara Soccer Association (NSA) administers discipline for misconduct occurring within NSA-sanctioned competitions. The Association follows the Discipline Policies and Procedures established by Ontario Soccer and ensures all disciplinary matters are handled fairly, consistently, and in alignment with higher governing-body standards.
Discipline Hearing Dates
All discipline hearings are conducted at the NSA offices:
Address:
Niagara Soccer Association
94-6 Dunkirk Road
St. Catharines, ON L2P 3H4
📞 (905) 984-8411
Email: discipline@niagarasoccer.net
Below is the 2022 Hearing Schedule for incidents reported in major leagues:
| Received Red Card Up To | Reviewed / Hearing Date |
|---|---|
| Wednesday May 25 | Wednesday June 1 |
| Wednesday June 1 | Wednesday June 8 |
| Wednesday June 8 | Wednesday June 15 |
| Wednesday June 15 | Wednesday June 22 |
| Wednesday June 22 | Wednesday June 29 |
| Wednesday June 29 | Wednesday July 6 |
| Wednesday July 6 | Wednesday July 13 |
| Wednesday July 13 | Wednesday July 20 |
| Wednesday July 20 | Wednesday July 27 |
| Wednesday July 27 | Wednesday August 3 |
| Wednesday August 3 | Wednesday August 10 |
| Wednesday August 10 | Wednesday August 17 |
| Wednesday August 17 | Wednesday August 24 |
| Wednesday August 24 | Wednesday August 31 |
| Wednesday August 31 | Wednesday September 7 |
| Wednesday September 7 | Wednesday September 14 |
| Wednesday September 14 | Wednesday September 21 |
| Wednesday September 21 | Wednesday September 28 |
Additional dates may be added as required.
Fees & Fines
The following fees are associated with the discipline process:
| Discipline Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Discipline by Review Administration | $35.00 |
| Discipline by Hearing Administration | $100.00 |
| Failure to Appear or Be Represented | $100.00 |
| Request for Hearing Fee | $50.00 |
| Request for Postponement | $100.00 |
| Failure to Pay Administration Fee on Time | $50.00 (additional) |
| Failure to Produce Player Book Within 48 hrs | $50.00 |
Team Staff Member Fines:
Offence #1 — $100
Offence #2 — $200
Offence #3 — $500
Discipline Process Overview
Discipline by Review
Where permitted under Ontario Soccer policies, all misconduct will initially be dealt with via Discipline by Review. Determinations under this process are final and may not be appealed.
Right to Request a Hearing
An individual subject to Discipline by Review may request a formal Discipline Hearing by submitting a written request and the $50.00 hearing fee within three (3) days of receiving the decision. Requests may be sent via mail, fax (905-984-8422), or email to discipline@niagarasoccer.net.
Attendance at Hearings
For misconduct requiring a hearing, the accused must be present at the next scheduled review or hearing with their official player book. Failure to appear will result in suspension from all soccer activities and potential fines per NSA Rules and Regulations.
Postponements
A party required to attend a hearing may request one postponement, submitted in writing at least four days prior to the scheduled hearing, accompanied by the $50.00 fee. If the postponement request is denied, the fee will be refunded.
Rights at a Hearing
Accused parties may bring:
Witnesses
An advisor
Observers
to any Discipline Hearing following Ontario Soccer policy guidelines.
Suspension Timeline
All suspensions take effect on the Thursday following the scheduled review or hearing date. If a match is rescheduled, the individual must still serve the suspension in the rescheduled match.
In cases of alleged referee assault, the accused will be immediately suspended from all soccer-related activities pending review.
Club Responsibilities
Clubs are responsible for distributing this discipline policy to their coaches, players, and officials, and ensuring compliance within their teams.
NSA discipline adheres to the online policies and procedures of Ontario Soccer, and all rules administered at the local level must be consistent with those standards.