Southern VA Academy League Rules
-Offside law called for U10. None for U8, unless it's obvious.
-Penalty Kicks are awarded for U10. None for U8.
-Drop back rule is in effect to encourage teams to play out of the back from goal kicks.
-No punts in either age group. All balls distributed by the goalkeeper must be rolled out or passed out.
-Opposing players can’t cross the half line until the ball is touched by another player other than the goalkeeper.
-Corner kicks for all age groups.
-NO Scores kept- this is strictly for development.
-After 7 goals, the team winning must make 7 passes to score a goal. If they get an 8th goal, they’ll need to make 8 passes to score a goal, etc.
-Encouragement at all times by parents and coaches.
-All players must play.
-Good Sportsmanship displayed at all times.
-Coaches encouraged to play players in all positions.
-Retake on foul throws for U8s.
-Four 10 quarters for U8s. 2 minute breaks between quarters, and a 5 minute halftime break.
-Two 25 minute halves for U10s with a 10 minute break.
-6v6 for U8, 7v7 for U10
