10U Guidelines

Division Overview

10U Division: Players practice twice per week and play games on Saturdays.

What to Expect

Teams have rosters of 9-10 players. Players practice twice per week on separate days from games. Practice duration is 60 minutes maximum. Your coach will schedule practices that work for them, so connect with your coach once the season starts to learn your practice days and times.

Games are played on Saturdays. Each player is guaranteed to play at least ½ of each game. This is where players begin to develop more advanced skills and strategic understanding of the game.

Game Format

Ball: Size 4

Team roster: 9-10 players

Field setup: 7 v 7 (including goalkeeper; may be 8 v 8 depending on enrollment)

Game structure: Two 25-minute halves

Halftime: 5-minute break

Game rules: Throw-in, no heading

                    Build-Out Line: A unique feature of 10U that helps develop strategic play.
                    The build-out line is placed across the field equidistant between the top of the penalty area and the halfway line
Opposing players must stay behind the build-out line during goal kicks and when the goalkeeper has possession
The kicker does not have to wait for opponents to move behind the line—they can play the ball immediately
The goalkeeper can release the ball to either side of the build-out line without waiting for opponents to clear
The build-out line also serves as the line to determine offside in the opponent's half of the field

                

Player Equipment

Mandatory: Shoes and shin guards (covered by socks) at all practices and games

Recommended: Soccer shoes, tennis shoes, or athletic shoes. Cleated shoes must be inspected for safety before use.

Provided by region: Jersey, shorts, and socks

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