- Games: 8 Regular Season Games (typically 1 p/w)
- Day: Saturday's Only
- Venue: All Game at Roots Athletic Center
- No Labor Day or Columbus Day Games
- Most games are mentored
| PROGRAM DESCRIPTION Our 7U-8U program is designed to help players develop basic soccer skills whilst improving their confidence and comfort. Games are structured in quick 15min thirds to allow coaches a chance to give their players extra guidance, and the referee is a "mentor" helping teach the laws of the game. All games at our new state-of-the-art soccer complex in Westfield, games have usually been outside but can be moved inside if needed. AGE SPECIFIC STRUCTURE - Players: 5v5 - One goalkeeper four outfield players
- Duration: 15min Thirds (2min break between them)
- Field: 25-35yds long x 15-25yds wide
- Goals: 4ft x 6ft
- Ball: Size 3 or 4
- Subs: Unlimited (rolling subs)
- Heading: Not Allowed in Games or Practice
- # of Referees: 1 Center
- Laws of Game: All FIFA Laws, exceptions: No Punting, No Slide Tackles, No Penalty Kicks (Direct Free kick at the top of the box), No Off-Side's, Build Out Line at halfway, No Yellow/Red Cards (forced sub). Normal free kick rules.
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