U8 (Class 4) Rules of the Game Modifications
Updated:
8/2/05
The number of
players on the roster and on the field is proposed below. The game segmentation
and the duration of the segments are also shown. These numbers cover all of the
age groups.
|
Age Group |
Players on Roster |
Maximum Players on field |
Minimum Players on field |
Use Goal Keeper |
Time per Half |
Quarter break |
Half Time |
|
U8 |
9 |
6 |
4 |
yes |
20 |
no |
5 min |
This section defines the rule modifications for the LYSL Under-8 Class 4 (House) program. Unless otherwise stated, FIFA rules apply.
LAW I. THE FIELD OF PLAY
a. Conform to FIFA.
b. Dimensions:
i. The field of play shall be rectangular. The length shall exceed the width.
ii. Traditionally Livermore U8 fields are 60 yards x 40 yards.
c.
Coach and Players
on one side of the field; parents and other observers on the other side of the
field.
LAW II. THE BALL
a. Size three (3).
LAW III. THE NUMBER OF PLAYERS
a. Conform to FIFA with the following exceptions:
i. Maximum number players on the field at anyone time is six (6). One of whom shall be the goalkeeper.
ii. Teams must field at least four (4) players.
iii. Maximum number of players on the roster should not exceed nine (9).
iv. Substitutions:
1. During halftime.
2. After any injury, by either team.
3. Any stoppage in play by either team.
v. Note: Game Monitor must be notified prior to goalkeeper changes.
vi. Note: Goalkeeper changes are made during a stoppage in the match
b. Playing Time: Each player SHALL play a minimum of 50% of the total playing time.
LAW IV. THE PLAYERS’ EQUIPMENT
a. Conform to FIFA with the following exceptions:
i. Shin-guards: MANDATORY.
ii. Note: The goalkeeper must wear a jersey that is distinguishable from the other players, referees and assistant referees on the field.
b. Note: A player shall not wear anything which is dangerous to another player or to himself, this includes any jewelry, braces, casts, or other item deemed unsafe by the referee or game monitor.
LAW V. THE REFEREE
a. Conform to FIFA with the following exceptions:
i. U8 games use a “game monitor”.
ii. May be a registered referee, parent, coach or assistant coach, or other adult to officiate the game.
iii. Both coaches must be notified of official’s status prior to game start.
iv. Duties are the same as a Referee under FIFA Laws of The Game: keep time, enforce the rules, stop and restart play. Responsible for making decisions on points connected to the game and the decisions are final.
b. Shall be encouraged to explain an infraction to the offending player, without undue delay of the game or showing favoritism to either team. The Referee should address both teams, not an individual, while doing so.
c. If a player continues to use incorrect skill after advised by the referee as to the correct method – allow play to continue but advise by word that the error is being overlooked for the good of the game.
d. Keep playing environment FUN, SAFE, and focused on the players.
LAW VI. THE ASSISTANT REFEREE
a. May be a registered referee, parent, coach or assistant.
b.
Assist the Game
Monitor on ball out of play and follows any instructions given by the Game
Monitor.
c. Keep playing environment FUN, SAFE, and focused on the players.
LAW VII. THE DURATION OF THE MATCH
a. Conform to FIFA with the following exceptions:
i. The game shall be divided into two (2) twenty (20) minute halves.
ii. There are no quarter breaks.
iii. Half-time break shall not exceed five (5) minutes.
iv. The total playing time of the game shall not exceed one (1) hour from the scheduled start time.
LAW VIII. THE START AND RESTART OF PLAY
a. Conform to FIFA, with the following exception:
i. Opponent must he eight (6) yards from the center until the ball is in play.
ii. Note: The ball is not in play until it travels its own circumference and cannot be touched by kicker a second time until touched by another player.
LAW IX. THE BALL IN AND OUT OF PLAY
a. Conform to FIFA.
LAW X. METHOD OF SCORING
a. Conform to FIFA.
LAW XI. OFFSIDE
a. No offside.
LAW XII. FOULS AND MISCONDUCT
a. Conform to FIFA with the following exceptions:
i. All fouls and misconduct that would result in a free kick under FIFA rules will result in an indirect free kick.
b. Note: A “foul" is any play which possibly could result in injury.
LAW XIII. THE FREE KICK
a. Conform to FIFA, with the following exceptions:
i. All free kicks are indirect. A goal may not be scored until the ball has been played or touched by a second player (not necessarily from the same team). The ball is in play when it is kicked and moves.
ii. Opponents must be six (6) yards away before kick is allowed.
LAW XIV. PENALTY KICKS
a. U8 has no penalty kicks.
b. Tie games stand.
LAW XV. THE THROW-IN
a. Conform to FIFA, with the following exception:
i. If the ball is improperly thrown in the throw-in shall be re-taken after an explanation.
ii. If the ball is improperly thrown in the 2nd time a player of the opposing team shall take the throw-in.
LAW XVI. THE GOAL KICK
a. Conform to FIFA, with the following exception:
i. Opponents must be six (6) yards away from the ball.
ii. Goal kick may be taken from any point inside the goal area. (??)
LAW XVII. THE CORNER KICK
a. Conform to FIFA, with the following exception:
i. Opponents must be six (6) yards away from the ball.
ii. May be taken from any point inside the corner arcs. The ball is in play when it is kicked and moves.
PUBLICITY
AND SCORING:
Scores of games may not be recorded and publicized. Individual statistics may be publicized.
NOTE
TO GAME MONITOR:
Help these kids
learn how to play within the laws of the game. Gently instruct them regarding
why a call was made, and what to do from that point.
NOTE
COACHES, PARENTS, AND OTHER OBSERVERS:
Discussion with the Game Monitor on decisions must be after the game has completed. Let the player have FUN. It is their game.