6U Boys & Girls Division Coordinator - Kara Grace

6U Division Guidelines

Players’ Equipment and Ball

• Soccer Ball: Size 3
• Footwear: Soccer shoes are recommended (or similar type athletic shoes). The type and condition of cleated shoes must be inspected for safety before use.
• Shin Guards: Mandatory for both practices and games. Shin guards must be covered entirely by socks.
• Game Jerseys and Socks: Game jerseys and socks are provided by AYSO Region 1258.

Practices and Games:

• Practice Frequency and Duration: One (1) practice each week … maximum 30 minutes
• Game Frequency and Duration: One (1) game each week … maximum 30 minutes
• Practice Locations: Summerlin Community Park
• Game Locations: Summerlin Community Park

• Supervision of Players:
  A ratio of one adult for every eight (8) or fewer players must be followed
  At least two adults must be present at all practices and in the coaching box at games
  At least one adult needs to be the same gender as the players
  One of the supervising adults may be an AYSO certified team parent.
  

Techniques:

• Dribbling … Using the feet to maintain possession of the ball while moving
• Instep Kick (laces) … Used to kick the ball for long passes and shots on goal
• Throw-In … Used to restart play after the entire ball has crossed the touchline … the opposing players must be at least two (2) yards from the ball until it is thrown in.
• Heading the ball in practices and games is banned for all U6 Division players. An indirect kick will be awarded to the opposing team if a U6 Division player deliberately heads the ball during a match.