Field

Dimensions: 100 yds long and 50 yds wide (max).
Markings: No change from Laws of the Game.
Goals: No change from Laws of the Game.

Ball Size 4

Players

Number: Nine per team on field; one of which is a goalkeeper. 12 maximum on roster.
Substitutions: Between periods, at halftime and for injuries.
Playing time: Minimum of two periods per game and no player should play four periods until everyone has played three.
Teams: Separate girls and boys teams should be promoted at all levels of play.

Players’ Equipment

Footwear: Soft-cleated soccer shoes or tennis shoes.
Shinguards: MANDATORY for both practices and games, and must be covered entirely by socks.
Referee The referee must be a certified regional referee or above.

Duration of Game

Four 15-minute periods.
Halftime break of 5–10 minutes.

No other changes from play as specified in FIFA Laws of the Game Printed for the American Youth Soccer Organization.