| U8 Rules |
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| U8 CYSL -- Smallsided Games Modified Playing Rules (Effective Fall 2019) |
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| Number of Players |
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5V5 Maximum, 4 field players + 1 GK |
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3 players must be present to start a game |
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Teams may have players of both genders, if necessary, to fill out roster |
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| Roster Size |
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10 Maximum |
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| Field Dimensions |
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Rectangular: Between 25-35 yards by 15-25 yards recommended |
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Spectators should be three yards from end lines of regulation field |
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| Markings |
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The field of play is divided into two halves by a halfway line |
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The center mark is indicated at the midpoint of the halfway line |
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| Build Out Line |
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None. Players should be behind halfway line on goal kicks. |
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| Goals |
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4' X 6' are recommended |
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Goals must be anchored securely to the ground |
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| Goal Area |
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Rectangular: About 3-5 yards by 8-12 yards recommended |
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| Penalty Area |
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None |
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| Flag Posts |
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Flags shall be placed at the corners and center line |
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| Corner Arc |
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None |
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| Ball |
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Size 3 |
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| Duration of play |
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10 minute quarters - 5 minute half time |
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| Offside |
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None |
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| Free Kicks & Corner Kicks |
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All free kicks will be direct. All opponents at least 4 yards from the ball. |
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| Start & Restart of Play |
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Conform to FIFA except that all opponents at least 4 yards from the ball. |
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The ball must travel the distance of its circumference. |
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| Headers |
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Not permitted. |
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Results in opposition taking indirect free kick at the spot of infraction. |
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| Fouls & Misconduct |
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All intentional fouls will result in an indirect free kick at the spot of infraction. |
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| Substitutions |
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UNLIMITED and at any stoppage. Each child should play at least half of game. |
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| Penalty Kicks |
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None |
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| Throw-In |
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Conform to FIFA except for one redo per throw. |
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| Goal Kick |
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Conform to FIFA. |
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Goal kick taken from any point 4 yards in front of, or to the side of goal. |
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| Ball In & Out of Play |
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Conform to FIFA. |
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| Method of Scoring |
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Conform to FIFA. |
Coaches are encouraged to control win margin if possible. |
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| Referees |
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None. |
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