Under 8: Any keiki that turns 6 or 7 years old this calendar year.
Field Size: 20 yards by 40 yards
Ball Size: 3
Roster Maximum: 7
Players on field: 4
game length: Four 10 minute quarters
Practice Sessions: Maximum 1 hour sessions - 2 per week
Rule Modifications:
-No Goalkeepers
-Indirect free kick for all fouls
-No offside violations
-No slide tackling
-Throw ins shall be used
-No heading the ball - penalty will be a free kick from the point of infraction
-In the event that one team is short of the normal number of players, the opposing team is required to reduce the number of players on the field. This is mandatory unless the coaches agree otherwise
Coaching Modifications
-Coaches may offer words of encouragement
-Coaches will refrain from shouting from sidelines
-The coach is responsible for the actions of the parents
Referee Modifications
No refereeʻs. Coaches shall manage the game from the touchline.