General Game Layout

Roster size: 6 Players

Game: U5, U6 3v3, Two 20 Minute halves, No Keepers

Field Size: Will be under guidelines of region 2

Ball size: #3, Goals Micro size supplied at game field

Practice: Teams may practice prior to the season beginning. Once the season begins, players should not be expected to practice. Two games per week is enough for these younger players.

Program Objectives for Micro Soccer Coaches

· Basic dribbling with non-dominant foot is not stressed at this time.

· Basic control and direction with the ball.

· Simple passing and moving to team mates.

· Simple receiving of ground balls.

· Small Group games to promote team understanding and solving problems as a group.

· Fun games must be included throughout this program to promote fundamentals in passing and receiving.

· Coaching courses are available for coaches or volunteers working in this program. (Youth Module hosted by M.S.S.A. and administered by N.S.S.A.)

Program Goals

It is the clubs goal that all players, coaches and parents enjoy the micro program. This program is designed to be fun while players are taught the basics of soccer. Coaches must use good ethical and moral standards at all times. Parents are encouraged to gain a basic knowledge of the game.