6.2.4. Under-6 Players

6.2.4.1. Size of Team: For teams playing on a single field, the maximum number of players is six (6)

The Dual Field Method is played on two side-by-side parallel Under-6 fields with a channel area separating the fields. The channel is designated the bench area. During the course of the matches on the two fields, played simultaneously, players may participate in either match. For teams participating in the Dual Field Method, the maximum number of players is ten (10) per team.

6.2.4.2. Number of Players

a. Each Under-6 team during a game shall play no more than three (3) players on the field at a time.

b. It is the policy of this Association to prohibit eleven (11) aside teams in Under-6 divisions in both league play and invitational tournaments.

c. Coaches must play each registered player who is present one half of the game unless unable to do so due to player’s illness or injury or for disciplinary reasons. In the event that a player is present but will not be playing, the coach must inform the referee and the opposing coach as to the reason that the player will not participate.

6.2.4.3. Forfeits for too few players: Provided that at least three (3) players from each team are present at game time, there shall be no forfeit. Coaches shall accommodate the situation to insure that all players get as much playing time as possible. If either team has fewer than three (3) players present, the game shall be abandoned, but no winner shall be declared nor forfeit awarded.

6.2.4.4. Goalkeeper: There will be no goalkeeper

6.2.4.5. Ball: #3

6.2.4.6. Goals: Goals shall be approximately 4 feet tall by 6 feet wide. Hockey goals may be used. Cones spaced 6 feet apart may be used.

6.2.4.7. Fields: The field shall be rectangular with the length in all cases exceeding the width.

Size: 15 to 20 yards wide by 20 to 30 yards long

Center Circle: 3 yards in radius

Penalty Area: none

Goal Area: none