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Article Index
Modified Laws of the Game
The U-6 Field of Play
The U-8 Field of Play
The U-10 Field of Play
Field Markings
1. The Field of Play
2. The Ball
3. The Number of Players
4. Player's Equipment
5. Referees
6. Assistant Referees
7. Durantion of Game
8. Start of Play
9. Ball In and Out of Play
10. Method of Scoring
11. Offside
12. Fouls and Misconducts
13. Free Kicks
14. Penalty Kick
15. Throw-In
16. Goal Kick
17. Corner Kick
18. Common Sense

This section presents the CYSA Coaching Committee and Recreation Committee's guidelines and recommendations for developing young players.

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Why These Modifications are Necessary

  • Players have more actual playing time.
  • Players are required to make more decisions.
  • Players have increased contact with the ball.
  • Players have more practical space to play in.
  • Players experience recurring situations frequently.
  • The work rate and involvement of a player stays consistent.
  • Total running distance is basically the same for large or small fields.
  • Players have energetic workouts due to playing both offense and defense.
  • While learning both offense and defense, a player will become more complete and will have a better understanding of the roles of teammates.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Size of the Ball

  • Lighter.
  • Less intimidating.
  • Less stress on joints (injuries).
  • Easier to imitate adult performance.

Size of the Field

  • Conducive to their physical size.
  • More efficient use of space.
  • Two games can be played simultaneously across a regulation field.
  • Bringing goals closer to the action means more goals and that's fun!

Size of the Goal

  • Reinforces preferable shooting habits.

 

Gives goalkeepers realistic responsibilities.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

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