THE FIELD:
Dimensions: Maximum 30 yards long
and 15 yards wide (30 yds x 15 yds)
Markings: Distinctive lines not required. Field can be marked using
10 flat pro-cones and four regular cones:
Goals: Maximum 4 feet high and 6 feet wide (4' x 6')
THE BALL:
Size three (3)
NUMBER OF PLAYERS:
Maximum number of players on the field at
any time: three (3); no goalkeepers
Maximum number of players on roster: five (5)
Substitutions: Between periods and at halftime
Playing time: Minimum of 50% of the total playing time for each
player and 75% when possible. No one should play four periods until
everyone has played three
No co-ed teams. Separate girls teams should be promoted at this
level of play
PLAYERS EQUIPMENT:
Footwear: Tennis shoes or soft-cleated
soccer shoes
Shinguards: MANDATORY for both practices and games
REFEREE:
The referee could be either a:
- registered referee
- youth referee
- coach
- parent
Referees should emphasize:
- fun
- fairness
- safety
- learning
NOTE: Referees should briefly explain any infringements to the player(s)
and help players with instructions. All referees must be registered
AYSO volunteers.
DURATION OF GAME:
Four five-minute periods
Halftime break of five to ten minutes
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THE START OF
PLAY:
The game should be started with a free kick in the middle of the
field. The coaches should determine which team starts the game and
the opposing team should start the second half. The referee will
ensure that opponents are at least five (5) yards from the spot
of the free kick
BALL IN AND OUT OF PLAY:
When the whole ball passes over the touch line, either on the ground
or in the air, it should be thrown in by a player of the opposite
team from where the ball crossed the line.
When the whole ball passes over the goal line (not into the goal),
it should be kicked into play by a player of the opposing team from
where the ball crossed the line
METHOD OF SCORING:
No change from regular play. Score not kept
FOULS & MISCONDUCT:
Direct free kick for all fouls, with the opponents five yards away
Referee should explain ALL infractions
AYSO RECOMMENDATIONS:
Region standings are not recorded
Game scores are not recorded
Parents, coaches, and players from both teams
exchange handshakes before and/or after each game
All players receive participation awards
No individual should be allowed to run the length
of
the field except participants of the game
Parents and coaches should encourage players,
but not coach or instruct during game time
Spectators are not allowed behind either goal
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