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Saugerties AYSO U15 Division Regulations...

  1. Field Dimensions:
    • 130 yards long, 100 yards wide (max), with traditional markings


  2. Goals:
    • Maximum eight feet high and eight yards wide.


  3. The ball is size 5


  4. Players:
    • A maximum of eleven per team on field; one of which is a goalkeeper.
    • NO slide tackling


  5. Positions:
    • A player may be goalkeeper for an entire game. Any player who was goalkeeper for an entire game, must start and play as a field player for at least 1/2 of the next game.
    • Players should be rotated to different positions (offense, defense, mid-field) during substitutions.


  6. Substitutions:
    • Substitutions can be made, but only during normal play stoppages and must be made without causing delay to the game.
    • Coaches must notify referee before a substitution can be made.
    • All players must play at least half of the game and no player shall play the entire game until everyone has played at least three quarters.


  7. Teams:
    • Teams are co-ed
    • Only players should be allowed on the field, coaches should remain on the sidelines.


  8. Duration of Game:
    • Two 25-minute periods. Half time break of 5 minutes.


  9. Sportsmanship:
    • At times, the talent of one team exceeds that of another. If a team has a 4 or more goal lead, that team must reassign its players to a field position where more goals are unlikely. "Running up the score" is considered unsporting conduct on the part of the coach and every effort should be made to throttle back the scoring.


  10. Players’ Equipment:
    • Footwear: Soccer shoes, tennis shoes or similar type athletic shoes are recommended. The type and condition of cleated shoes must be inspected for safety before use.
    • Shinguards: MANDATORY for both practices and games, and must be covered entirely by socks.
    • Team Uniform: must be worn and visible while on the field.
    • Hoods must be tucked inside uniform during play.
    • NO hats with brims.


  11. Start of Play:
    • The game should be started with a kick-off in the middle of the field.
    • The coaches determine which team starts the game with a coin flip and the opposing team starts the second half.
    • Opponents must be ten yards from the center mark while kick-off is in progress.


  12. Fouls & Misconduct:
    • Offside rules are to be followed and enforced at all times.
    • Opponents must be ten yards from the ball on restart kicks.
    • All fouls are enforced and guidelines for restarts are followed.
    • Referees will work cooperatively with the coaches and eliminate the need for cautions and send-offs.


  13. U-15 Officials
    • Games shall be refereed by Certified AYSO referees or by Certified AYSO Junior referees. Certified Junior referees must be age 10 or older and can only referee games one or more age divisions below their own.
    • If no Certified or Junior Certified referees are available, the coaches may agree on a referee of their mutual choice.
    • Under no circumstance, criticize the actions of the referees. Our organization shall support and protect its referees and shall deal particularly harshly with harassment of junior referees.
    • Our organization shall provide training, including field supervision, to all new referees.
    • The referee should briefly explain any infringements to the player(s) and encourage proper play and sporting behavior. As with all games, every effort should be made to keep the game moving and free from stoppages for doubtful infractions. Let them play and enjoy.


  14. Linesmen:
    • Club Linesmen (untrained volunteers who may be affiliated with one of the teams) should be recruited from the spectators to assist the referee with calling the ball in and out of play only. This is an opportunity for parents to get involved.


  15. Coaches/Parents:
    • Please make sure your child is NOT wearing any jewelry. No metal barrettes, a terry headband is the best.
    • Shinguards are required for practice and games and must be worn under the socks.
    • Please stay along the touchlines (but 6' back), not on the field and not behind the goal or along the goal line.
    • Call encouragement but not instructions. The players cannot hear them.


  16. Ball in and out of play:
    • When the whole ball crosses the touchline the restart is a throw-in by the opposing team with players a safe distance from the throw-in.
    • When the whole ball crosses the goal line (outside the goal) by a player on the attacking team, the restart is a goal kick.
    • When the whole ball crosses the goal line (outside the goal) by a player on the defending team, the restart is a corner kick.



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