U10 Modified rules travel

U10 MODIFIED RULES TRAVEL

The field: 70 x 50 yards (approx.) recommended. Penalty area 14 x 49 yards (approx.). Halfway line with 16 yard center circle

The goal: 21 feet wide by 7 feet high (approx.).

The ball: Size 4 is recommended.

Players: Number on the field at one time: 8. Each player shall play a minimum of 50% of the total playing time. (Number of players on the roster NASC will notify coaches). For 8 players play two defender, 3 midfielders, two forward and a goalkeeper). Goalkeepers should be introduced at this age level. Maximum of players on the roster should not exceed fourteen (14).

The kick-off: One team will be designated to kick-off at the start of the game. Kick-off is intended to insure possession and can go forward. The ball is not kicked "football style" to the other team.

Substitutions:

Prior to throw-in, in your favor.

Prior to a goal or kick by either team.

After a goal, by either team.

After an injury, by either team, when the referee stops the play.

At half time.

Duration of Game:

A. The game shall be dived into two (2) equal halves of twenty-five (25) minutes each.

B. There shall be a half-time break of five (5) minutes.

Practice Schedule: Two "60 minutes" practices per week. (NASC will Specify day & time).

Games: Will be played on Saturday mornings at the designated times (NASC will notify coaches).

Ball out of play: When the whole ball crosses the line, throw-ins can be used. Throwers should face the field, use both hands and deliver the ball from behind their head by keeping their feet down on the ground.

Referee: A referee should be assigned and FIFA rules should apply except offside.