KC Fusion U9 Rec (5v5) Flashcards
How many players are on the field for each team in a U9 game?
5v5, including the goalkeeper
What is the minimum number of players that a U9 team needs in order to play?
4
How long is each half in a U9 game?
25 minutes
What size ball is used in a U9 game?
Size 3 ball
How long is halftime?
5 minutes
Are headers allowed?
No, but KC Fusion rec rules state that “intentional” heading is not allowed, so if a ball hits a player in the head and they weren’t intending to head it, play can continue
Should players be allowed a second attempt on a throw-in if the first throw is improper?
Yes
Are there offsides violations for U9?
No
Can a goal be scored from the defensive half of the field?
No, but it can be scored on a kickoff
Substitutions are only allowed for a team if they are in possession of the ball - true or false?
False - substitutions can occur on any stoppage of play, for either team, with permission of the referee
For U9, all foul restart kicks will be indirect, true or false?
False - there can be direct free kicks
Where are goal kicks taken from?
The top of the penalty box
On a goal kick, the defensive team must be behind the midfield line, true or false?
True
Where are corner kicks taken from?
The point at which the penalty box meets the end line (goal line)
Is slide tackling allowed?
No
How far away do opponents need to be on free kicks and corner kicks?
Not specified in the rules for U9. May be a good idea to ask the field marshal for guidance.
At what point is the goalkeeper considered to be in control of the ball?
When touching the ball with any part of his/her hand or arm
Fouling the goalkeeper (while the keeper is in possession of the ball) results in what?
Direct free kick
What do you do with a player who has a medically-required bracelet or necklace?
They can play after the device has been securely wrapped and checked by the ref
What happens if the player taking a kickoff (or other free kick) touches the ball again before it has touched another player?
Indirect free kick for the opponent