Under 10 Age Group

6 V 6, goalkeepers , Throw Ins, Direct Kicks and Offside

Reasons for Small-Sided Play

Because we want our young soccer players to touch the soccer ball more often and become more skillful with it! (Individual technical development through more opportunities to possess the soccer ball)
Because we want our young soccer players to make more quality decisions during the game! (Tactical development because less players on the field equals less complicated decision making)
Because we want our young soccer players to be more physically efficient in the field space in which they are playing! (High intensity play with the ball versus long runs chasing after the ball)
Because we want our young soccer players to have more involved playing time in the game! (More opportunities to solve problems that only the game presents)
Because we want our young soccer players to have more opportunities to play on both sides of the ball! (More exposure to both attacking and defending situations)
Because we want our young players to have more opportunities to score goals! (The pure excitement and satisfaction one gets from scoring a goal)

Rules and Recommendations

Games are comprised of 30 minute halves.
Free Substitution – substitutions may be made, with the consent of the referee, at the following times:
1. Prior to a throw-in in your favor.
2. Prior to a goal kick, by either team.
3. After a goal, by either team.
4. After an injury, by either team, when the referee stops the play. Substitutions shall not be limited to only the injured player or his team.
5. At half time.
6. After a caution, by either team.
7. Substitutions are not allowed during the stoppage of play for a player being sent off (red card).
Size #4 Soccer ball.
All players must play 1/2 of the game. No player can play a full game until all players have played 3/4 of the game.
Goal keepers are allowed in U10. When the goal keeper collects the ball in the penalty area, all opposing players must clear the area before the punt may take place. The ball must be allowed to exit the penalty area before the ball is touched by an opposing player.
Any player who is playing in the goal, must get an equal or greater amount of time on the field.
All players must play 1/2 of the game. No player can play a full game until all players have played 3/4 of the game.

Coaching Activities for U10…..coaching activities to use at practice for U10 players

Team Management Form…..personal information about every player , try fill out before the start of every season