U7 CYSL -- Small-sided Games Modified Playing Rules (Effective Fall 2019) | |||||||
Number of Players | 4V4 Maximum, 4 field players + 0 GK | ||||||
3 players must be present to start a game | |||||||
Teams may have players of both genders, if necessary, to fill out roster | |||||||
Roster Size | 8 Maximum | ||||||
Field Dimensions | Rectangular: Between 25-35 yards by 15-25 yards recommended | ||||||
Spectators should be three yards from end lines of regulation field | |||||||
Markings | The field of play is divided into two halves by a halfway line | ||||||
The center mark is indicated at the midpoint of the halfway line | |||||||
Build Out Line | None. Players should be behind halfway line on goal kicks. | ||||||
Goals | 4' X 6' are recommended | ||||||
Goals must be anchored securely to the ground | |||||||
Goal Area | None | ||||||
Penalty Area | None | ||||||
Flag Posts | Flags shall be placed at the corners and center line | ||||||
Corner Arc | None | ||||||
Ball | Size 3 | ||||||
Duration of play | 10 minute quarters - 5 minute half time | ||||||
Offside | None | ||||||
Free Kicks & Corner Kicks | All free kicks will be direct. All opponents at least 4 yards from the ball. | ||||||
Start & Restart of Play | Conform to FIFA except that all opponents at least 4 yards from the ball. | ||||||
The ball must travel the distance of its circumference. | |||||||
Headers | Not permitted. | ||||||
Results in opposition taking indirect free kick at the spot of infraction. | |||||||
Fouls & Misconduct | All intentional fouls will result in an indirect free kick at the spot of infraction. | ||||||
Substitutions | UNLIMITED and at any stoppage. Each child should play at least half of game. | ||||||
Penalty Kicks | None | ||||||
Throw-In | Conform to FIFA except for one redo per throw. | ||||||
Goal Kick | Conform to FIFA. | ||||||
Goal kick taken from any point 4 yards in front of, or to the side of goal. | |||||||
Ball In & Out of Play | Conform to FIFA. | ||||||
Method of Scoring | Conform to FIFA. | ||||||
Coaches are encouraged to control win margin if possible. | |||||||
Referees | None |
U7 Rules