9U Division

Coordinator: Kathy Oliver

  • Size 4 ball
  • 6 vs 6
  • 4 quarters x 10 minutes (2 minute break between quarters, 5 minute break at half)
  • Unlimited substitution for the following plays: Kick Off, Goal Kicks, Injury, and Offensive Throw-in
  • Soccer Cleats Required
  • One Center Referee
  • Coaches MUST stay in the Coaches Box
  • Opposing players must be 5 yards away on goal, corner, and other free kicks
  • Only indirect kicks are taken for fouls
  • Throw-ins, kick-offs, corner kicks, and goal kicks will be played
  • Max roster size 12
  • Use Goalie (must be substituted each quarter)
U8 Field Diagram

DOYSL Fields

Rules & Guidelines for All Rec Divisions

  • SHINGUARDS ARE REQUIRED
  • NO JEWELRY IS ALLOWED: pierced earrings, necklaces, rings, etc must be removed before games and practices
  • 2 minute breaks at quarters, 5 minute breaks at half
  • Bench area is to be supervised at all times by an adult
  • Coaches and spectators are to stay in designated areas only
  • Spectators are not permitted behind the goal areas, or on the same side of the field as the players
  • Defensive players are allowed in the penalty area on goal kicks
  • Offensive Players may be inside the center circle for a Kick-off
  • NO SLIDE TACKLING ALLOWED
  • NO HEADING ALLOWED
  • All children play at least 2 quarters, unless being disciplined