Under 10:any keiki that turns 8 or 9 years old this calendar year.
Field Size: 40 yards by 60 yards
Ball Size: 4
Roster Maximum: 11
Players on field: 7
game length: Four 12.5 minute quarters
Practice Sessions: Maximum 1.5 hour sessions - 2 per week
Rule Modifications:
-No slide tackling
-No heading the ball - penalty will be a free kick from the point of infraction
-A player may not play more than two quarters in goal and must play at least one quarter as a field player
-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
- No punting of the ball by the goalkeeper
-A build out line runs across the field equidistant between the top of the penalty area and halfway line.
-the opposing team must move behind the build out line for a goal kick or when the goalkeeper has possession of the ball
- after the ball is put into play, the opposing team may cross the build out line and resume play as normal
- the ball is considered in play after the first touch from the goal kick or the pass from the goalkeeper
- the build out shall be used as the line to determine offside
Coaching Modifications
-Coaches should incorporate sportsmanship in their training sessions and should set this example during games
Referee Modifications
- Referee is to maintain safety and provide explanations for rule infractions
-No carding players allowed.
-Referee may ask player to leave the field for dangerous, flagrant or unsportsmanlike behavior. In this age group and above, the players are more competitive.