Guidelines - Under 10

In implementing the proposed changes to the mode of competition by 2011, there are some changes to Under 10's in 2009. Under 10's will play on Half Fields under the same format that they played in 2008 as Under 9s; however they will be playing competitively.

Mode Of Competition For 2009

The general Rules of the Association will apply regarding the number of teams per division; competition format; duration of competition; starting times of matches; points awarded; club championship; home teams; protests regarding matches; match forfeits; deferment of matches. The following has been included in the guidelines to further assist Clubs:-

1. FIELD SIZE:

Clubs should be working towards the following:
Half Field size: The field of play should be rectangular. The recommended field size is 60m x 40m. Internal markings are to consist of a penalty area measuring 16m x 8m and a halfway line or centre spot.

Goals: Min. 4.80m x 1.60mMax. 5.00m x 2.00m

2. BALL: Approved & licensed size 3 ball shall be used.

3. DURATION OF GAME:

Under 9: two periods of 25 minutes;
There will be a 5 minute break between each half.
The instructing referee will signal the start, half time, restart and finish of all games.

4. NUMBER OF PLAYERS:

Under 9: 9 v 9 (8 field players and a goal keeper).

5. SIZE OF PLAYING SQUAD:

Under 9: Squads shall consist of a minimum of 9 players and a maximum of 15 players. Goalkeepers are allowed.

Where possible all players in attendance at a game shall receive equal playing time.

6. PLAYING RULES:

All games shall be played under existing CDSFA Rules of Association for competitions. There is no off-side. As this is the first year of competitive Under 10's on a Half Field, all Clubs are expected to ensure parents & coaches encourage their children to enjoy the game of football and to improve their skills during the season. Winning at all costs should not be encouraged.

Coaches should encourage players NOT to place themselves in an off side position, especially not near the opposition goal keeper.

Penalties shall be taken from the edge of the penalty box (8m from the goal line), opposite the centre of the goal. Other players (except the goal keeper) shall be outside of the penalty box and at least 6 metres from where the penalty is taken;

Goal kicks shall be taken from the edge of the penalty box.

7. REFEREEING:

The Referee's Association may appoint a referee to any match;
If there is no referee appointed both teams will agree on a person to act as an "instructing referee", however the home team is expected to provide an adequate person.