GAMEDAY RULES

Game format
5v5 (4 Field Players, 1 GK) 50 Minute Games (25 min Halves)

Objective of games
The objective is for the players to execute the skills they are learning during the week in a game situation in a fear free environment (not focusing on results, focusing on skills). 

We want the players to get as many touches on the ball as possible, and also make many soccer decisions. 

Rules/Ref
We have no refs. Coaches call the game and we are pretty laid back about the rules. We don't call every foul but use some fouls for teaching moments (serious foul play, deliberate hand ball) 

Coaches occasionally stop the game and come onto the field to address important coaching points so the players can make adjustments right there and then. 

No offsides 

No throw ins, only pass in or dribble in 

GK's - can dribble in or pass in from "goal kicks", NO PUNTING ALLOWED 

On goalkicks, or when keeper catches ball, defending team is encouraged to drop off. They can start to pressure once nearest field player has received the ball. This is done to encourage playing/building out of the back

Corner kicks - regular corner kicks

Substitutions - on the fly if it's just one player, if it's more than one we do it at a natural stoppage

Parent Rules 

Absolutely No Coaching From Sideline 

Parent must stay behind the fence at all times  

The main objective of the festival is on player development not results so we do not expect parents to challenge any decision of the coaches.