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THE RESPONSIBLE COACH as per BC Soccer
Code of Conduct
Coaches must respect the rights, dignity and worth of each and every person and treat each equally within the context of the sport. Coaches must place the well being and safety of each player above all other considerations, including the development of performance. Coaches must adhere to all guidelines laid down within the Constitution and the Rules of BC Soccer. Coaches must develop an appropriate working relationship with each player based on mutual trust and respect. Coaches must NOT exert undue influence to obtain personal benefit or reward. Coaches must encourage and guide players to accept responsibility for their own behavior and performance. Coaches must ensure at the activities they direct or advocate is appropriate for the age, maturity, experience and ability of players. Coaches should, at the outset, clarify with the player (and, where appropriate, their parents) exactly what is expected of them and also what they are entitled to expect from their coach. Coaches must co-operate fully with other specialists (e.g. other coaches, officials, sports scientists, doctors, physiotherapists) in the best interests of the player. Coaches must always promote the appropriate Code of Conduct and positive aspects of the sport (e.g. fair play) to players, parents and spectators alike. Never condone violations of the Laws of the Game, behavior contrary to the spirit of the Laws of the Game or relevant rules and regulations or the use of prohibited substances or techniques. Coaches must consistently display high standards of behavior and experience and be a role model for players, parents, and spectators.
2010 Mini Rules
2010
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U7
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U8
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U9
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U10
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U11/12
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Players on Field
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3 plus a goalie = 4
4 v 4
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6 plus a goalie = 7
7 v 7
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7 plus a goalie = 8
8 v 8
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Goal Keeper
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Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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Coach on Field
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Yes
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No
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No
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Duration of Game
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Teams split in two. Two games with 12 minute halves
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25 minute halves
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30 minute halves
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Field Size
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36m x 22m divided into two fields of 14m x 22m
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55m x 33m
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65m x 45m
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Goal Area Size
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3m on each side of goal posts & 3m deep into field
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10m on each side of goal posts & 10m deep into field
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Penalty Area: 11m on each side of goal posts & 11m deep into field
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Goal Size
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8ft x 4ft
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12ft x 6ft
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18ft x 6ft
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Offside Called
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No
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No
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No
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Yes
Regular (starts at half)
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Attackers in Goal Area
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No
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Yes
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Yes
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Throw Ins
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Yes – 2 attempts
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Yes – 2 attempts
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Yes – 1 attempt
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Kick Back to GK
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Keeper can use hands
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Keeper cannot use hands
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Keeper cannot use hands
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GK 6 Seconds2
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Not applied
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Not Applied
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Yes
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Free Kicks
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Indirect only – opposition must stand 5m away
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Indirect only – opposition must stand 8m away
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Indirect and Direct
Opposition must stand 9m away
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Goal Kicks
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Opposition must stand 5m away
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Opposition must stand 8m away
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Opposition must stand 9m away
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Corner Kicks
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Yes
Opposition must stand 5m away
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Yes -
Opposition must stand 8m away
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Yes -
Opposition must stand 9m away
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Keeper Drop Kicks
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Cannot Score from drop kick
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Cannot Score from drop kick
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Can score from drop kick
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Ball Size
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3 or 3 ½ (4 if 3s not available)
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3 or 3 ½ (4 if 3s not available)
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4
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Score Recorded
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No
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No
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Yes
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1 Teams play two games: 2 x 12-min halves (2-min break between halves), 5-min break (switch opponents), 2 x 12-min halves (2-min break between halves).
2GK infractions (6 seconds, handling the ball twice, etc.) are generally not called until U11.
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