PGYSA - Prince George Youth Soccer Association

U5 - U8 Mini Soccer Rules and Regulations

Mini soccer follows the major rules of soccer, with some amendments to make it a fun game for young children

U5 - U6:

• 2 games per week - each game session is half practice, half game
  
• Games are 6 v 6 with no goalkeeper
• Unlimited substitutions - everyone plays as much as possible!
  
• Two 12-minute halves with a two-minute half-time break
• Small, lined field with small goals
• Size 3 ball is used
• Coaches are active in refereeing and encouraging on the field

U7 - U8:

• 2 games per week - each game session is half practice, half game
• Games are 6 v 6 with a designated goalkeeper on each team
• Goalkeepers can be changed at any time, and all players are encouraged to try out in goal.
• Unlimited substitutions - everyone plays as much as possible!
• Two 12-minute halves with a two-minute half-time break
• Small, lined field with small goals
• Size 3 ball is used
• Coaches act as referees

Teams will be made as equal as possible, based on age and experience.

Players are given equal playing time with no child playing less than 50% of a game.

Games will end on time, even if they begin late, in order to keep the whole day's schedule from over-running.

Notes for coaches of Mini Soccer teams:

Players must wear shinguards and appropriate footwear.  Jewelry is not permitted, and must be removed.

Coaches should make a verbal agreement on rules at the beginning of each game, particularly with regard to throw-ins, free kicks and who will act as referee.

Games must automatically be stopped by either of the coaches if an injury occurs.  Coaches are strongly recommended to carry a first aid kit.

At the end of practices and games, coaches are responsible for any equipment left on the fields (balls, cones, etc) - all equipment must be returned to the storage room in the basement of the concession.

Players are encouraged to put garbage in the cans provided and to take all their belongings home with them.