U12 Guidelines
The Field:
The field size for U-12 games is 100 yds long and 50 yds wide (max). The Markings:
No change from FIFA Laws of the Game. The Goals:
No change from FIFA Laws of the Game. The Ball:
A size 4 ball is used for U-12 games. The Players: There will be nine per team on field; one of which is a goalkeeper. 12 maximum on roster. Substitutions
are between periods, at halftime and for injuries. The players will be
separated by girls and boys teams at all levels of play. Playing time is
a minimum of two periods per game and no player should play four
periods until everyone has played two. The teams will be separate
girls and boys teams should be promoted at all levels of play. Player Equipment:
Shoes and shinguards, covered by the socks are mandatory at all
practice and game activities. Soft-cleated soccer shoes or tennis
shoes. Duration of Game:
Four 15-minute periods. Halftime break of 5. No other
changes from play as specified in FIFA Laws of the Game Printed for the
American Youth Soccer Organization. Referee:
The referee must be a certified regional referee or above.
FIFA Laws of the Game
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