Athletic Directors and Coaches:

As the TAPPS Soccer season enters its final month of play, please take a minute to remind your staff and players of the following rule.

Removal of a players jersey after scoring a goal is considered taunting. This action is considered taunting and as such subject to a card. In accordance with TAPPS governance as presented by the Athletic Executive Committee and affirmed by the Executive Board, this action is elevated to a RED card.

While not a common occurrence, the penalty of missing the next game for this action should be communicated with your players and your assigning officials chapters.

If questions arise, please reach out to the TAPPS office at [email protected] or by phone at 254-947-9268.