Modified Playing Rules for Under 9 and Under 10



  • Number of Players
    • Field Players – 7 a side (including a goal keeper)
    • Minimum to Start – 5
    • Minimum to Continue - 5
    • Roster – 12 maximum and 7 minimum
    • Substitutions allowed in accordance to the following:
      • Prior to a throw-in for the team in possession (the opposing team may substitute when the team in possession subs)
      • Prior to a goal-kick by either team
      • Either team, after a goal is scored
      • Either team at an injury, when the referee stops the play
      • At halftime
      • When a caution (yellow card) is given, that player may be substituted for
      • Each recreational player, when present at a game, shall be required to play a minimum of 50% of the time
    • Duration of Game – 25 Minute Halves
    • Start of Play – Opponents must be outside of the center circle on their side of the center line.
    • Offside – conform to FIFA
    • Free Kick – All opponents must be at least 8 yards away.
    • Penalty Kick – All opponents must be at least 8 yards away.
    • Throw-ins – conform to FIFA
    • Goal Kick – conform to FIFA
    • Corner Kick – Corner kicks are taken from inside the corner arc. Opponents must be at least 8 yards away.
    • Slide Tackling – conform to FIFA
  • Field of Play
    • Field Size – 55 yards x 35 yards
    • Goal Size – 6.5 feet X 18 feet
    • Center Circle – 8 yard radius
    • Corner Arc – 2 foot radius
    • Goal Area – 6 yards from each post and 6 yards out from goal line
    • Penalty Area – 14 yards from each post and 14 yards out from goal line

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