First Grade
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Our first grade program is our introduction to true team play. Boys and girls are separated into two divisions, and a 10 game season is scheduled. Teams are encouraged to practice once a week to help develop skills and the team concept. Teams are kept small, 8-10 players each, and are coached by parent volunteers. Teams are formed by school and neighborhood. Games are played on 25-yard x 40-yard fields; the teams play 6v6, five field players and a goalie using mini sized goals, are refereed by the younger members of our referee staff, and consist of four 10 minute quarters.
There are no official scores, no standings, and no playoffs. Our second grade program is purely about the fun of the game. This program is designed towards kids who are developing their spatial sense, and fully exploring their motor skills.
Games will be played on Sat. am 9:00 am at Freedom 1 fields.
All first grade children receive a Jersey, socks and a ball.
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MYAA Fall Recreation Soccer 1st grade rules
1. Coaches on the field-There should be NO Coaches on the field at anytime. We suggest putting a Coach on both sides of the field if need be.
2. The teams play 5v5 with a goalie. If the opposing team cannot field 5v5 the other team is required to play down to that number so teams are equal on the field at all times i.e. 4v4 and a goalie.
3. Sportsmanship-Sticking tongues out, spitting on hands for "high fives" after games etc., are unacceptable, but not necessarily referee enforceable. Referees are directed to call fouls and issue cards for foul language, "you can't score" etc, doesn't rise to that level. The Referees are not here to call fouls on your children for these kinds of incidents. Remember the Referees are doing the best they can. Treat them with respect
4. Referees are not going to call fouls when there is none. If 2 players run into each other accidentally they will not call a foul.
5. Jewelry- ALL EARRINGS AND NECKLESS’S MUST BE REMOVED. Taping earrings is unacceptable by the rules.
6. Corners should be taken from the "CORNER" of the field. Enough said.
7. Substitutions- The referees were instructed that the game is not Stopped for "time outs" if the coaches are concerned about getting players in and out the refs were instructed that sometime between the 5 to 7 minute mark when there is a stoppage, throw in/goal kick/corner/restart,The referees will allow both teams to sub all they want. This is done to allow for close to equal playing time for everyone. At the 1st grade level the coaches are not held to the "sub only on your own throw, anyone's goal kick" rule.
8. Glasses-Only safety goggles are to be worn during games and practice period.Please see the MYAA policy on the website regarding the state law.
