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| Markings: Distinctive lines recommended. | ||
| Halfway line the width of the field, marked equidistant between the goal lines. | ||
| Center circle with an six-yard radius in the center of the field. | ||
| Corner arcs with a one-yard radius at each corner of the field. Penalty area in front of each goal measuring 6 x 12 yards. | ||
| Goals: Maximum six feet high and six yards wide. Ball Size 3 | ||
Ball Size 3
Players
| Number: | Seven per team on field; including goalkeepers. Nine maximum on roster. | |
| Substitutions: | Between periods, at halftime and for injuries. | |
| Playing time: | Minimum of three periods per game. |
Duration of Game
| Two 20-minute halves. Halftime break of 5–10 minutes. |
Players’ Equipment
| Footwear: | Soccer shoes, tennis shoes or similar type athletic shoes are recommended. The type and condition of cleated shoes must be inspected for safety before use. | |
| Shinguards: | MANDATORY for both practices and games, and must be covered entirely by socks. |
Start of Play
| The game should be started with a
kick-off in the middle of the field. The referee determines which team starts the game with a coin flip and the opposing team starts the second half. Opponents must be six yards from the center mark while kick-off is in progress. |
Ball Out Restarts
| For player safety make sure the players meet the minimum distance from the ball on all restarts. | ||
| Goal Kicks | Ball is placed anywhere inside the penalty area. All players must be a minimum of 6 yards away from the ball. | |
| Corner Kicks | Ball is placed anywhere in the corner arc on the side of the goal where the ball left the field of play. All players must be a minimum of 6 yards away from the ball. | |
| Throw-Ins | Ball is put into play from the side of the field where the ball left the field of play. All players must be a minimum of 2 yards away from the ball. If the throw-in is done incorrectly the player will be given a second attempt. after the second attempt the throw-in will be given to the opposing team. | |
Fouls & Misconduct
| Direct free kicks for all fouls, with
the opponents six yards away from the ball. Free kicks awarded to the attacking team, inside the defending team’s penalty area, should be taken from the nearest point on the penalty area line in front of the goal. No penalty kicks. Referees will work cooperatively with the coaches and eliminate the need for cautions and send-offs. Do not show yellow or red cards. |
U-8 Officials
| AYSO certified U-8 Officials or higher are required for U-8 games. The U-8 Official should briefly explain any infringements to the players, encourage proper play, and sporting behavior. As with all games, every effort should be made to keep the game moving, and free from stoppages for doubtful infractions. Let them play and enjoy |
Assistant Referees/Club Linesmen:
| If available, qualified assistant referees who have completed U8 may be used to assist the referee. If qualified U8 referees are not available, we encourage you to request Club Linesmen (untrained volunteers who may be affiliated with one of the teams/clubs) from the sidelines. This is an opportunity for parents to get involved |
Questions:
| Please contact the Regional Referee Administrator. |
| Last updated October 7, 2008. |
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