Alpharetta Recreation & Parks Department

 

U12 SOCCER RULES(rec and select)

 

The following is a summary of rules for this age group.  Please see ARPD Youth Soccer League Rules for complete list of rules and regulations.

 

·        Teams in the U12 age groups will be divided into separate leagues for boys and girls.

·        Roster Size: 12-13 players.

·        Players on field: 8 vs. 8 including goalkeepers.

·        Ball Size: U12 – Size 4. 

·        Field Size: 75 yards x 50 yards.

·        Goal Size: 6 feet x 18 feet.

·        Game duration will be as follows:

U12 –30 minutes each half. 5minute half time.

·        Free substitutions at throw-ins, goal kicks, goals scored, halftime, and when allowed by referee.

·        All players must play 50% of game.

·        Offside rule will be in effect.

·        Penalty kicks will be taken at a spot 10 yards from the goal line.

·        Throw-ins will be utilized to restart play when ball goes over touchlines.

·        Goal Kicks: placed on goal area.  Opponents must be outside of penalty area at time of kick and may not play ball until it leaves the penalty area.

·        Three referees will be scheduled to officiate each game.