Below are links to documents and websites containing information helpful to OYAA Soccer volunteer coaches.
GRADE LEVEL Rules, Expectations and Guidelines
The Build Line - 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th Grade
* The build outline is part of US Soccer effort to help players in small sided game environments learn how initiate the game from a a goal kick or when the goalkeeper has the ball in his/her hands after a save.
* The defending team (team without the ball) must return behind the build out line so the attacking team can put the ball into play.
* With the new law change, the attacking team is allowed to stand inside the penalty box to receive the pass.
* The game is "Live" as soon as the goal kick is taken; or as soon as the goal keeper passes the ball (foot or hand).
What is Offsides
* Here are 3 helpful videos. What is Offside Rule Video 1 Video 2 Video 3
TEAM Management & Recommended Resources
* HELP! I Volunteered to Coach
* They are all bunched up! - My players are bunched up. Is that o.k.?
* What should a soccer practice include? Part 1
* What should a soccer practice include? Part 2-3
* Game Time! - How to manage the game...Coaches, Parents and Referees!
* Website resource links and book recommendations
PRACTICE Games & Activities = Fun and teach soccer skills!
* OYAA Soccer Practice Plan Organizer (1 page)
* Dribbling Session I (1 page)
* Dribbling Session II (1 pages)
* Training games that teach technique: dribbling, passing, shooting (3 pages)
* Season Long Practice Plan (1 page each) -- GREAT for all OYAA recreational age groups; repeat as need until kids understand the skill
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* Turning with the ball; Improving players comfort with the ball. Sessions: #1 #2 #3 #4 #5 #6
* NEW (August 2017): Catch Me If You Can Transition Games Winner Stays On (Survivor)