U12 Rules

• -Size 4 Ball

• -9v9 (8 field players and 1 goalkeeper)

• -Game may not start or continue if there are less than 6 players on a team

• -2 halves
  -30 minutes halves, running clock
  -5 minute halftime

• -No added time

• -Laws of the Game as per FIFA Rules.

• No Buildout line

  -Corner kicks, free kicks, kick-offs, throw-ins, and goal kicks are used to restart the game. Attacking players may receive the ball inside of their own Penalty Box.

   

  - 75% play rule is used. No player sits twice until all players have sat their turn.

  *There are NO deliberate heading or drop kicks