The maximum number of players on the field per team at any one time is three (3). The game is played without a goalkeeper.
Substitutions are unlimited and are allowed during any dead-ball situation and for injuries.
Playing Time: Each player shall play a minimum of 50% of the total playing time regardless of skill level, and, as long as the child arrives prepared to play in the proper uniform; is not under disciplinary suspension; is not physically handicapped due to illness or injury.

The Referee:

The coaches will serve as the referees on the field.

Duration of the Game:

Each U4 game begins with a 30 minute "practice" session, followed by a game. Game duration is not firmly set and will be dependent upon the interest level of the young players. Typically, a game should last for a maximum of thirty (30) minutes.
Coaches will determine appropriate break times. Breaks should be brief and only taken as necessary to provide refreshments and to make substitutions.

The Start of Play:
Play should be started by coaches' kicking or rolling the ball into the field of play.

Ball In and Out of Play:
Any ball crossing the touch line or goal line should be redirected back onto the field of play by the coaches or facilitators of the game to best keep play in progress. Players shall not take throw-ins or kick-ins.

Free Kicks:
Free Kicks are not applicable for this age group. Play should be restarted after a stoppage by coaches as soon as possible to best keep play in progress.

Offside:
The offside rule is not applicable to this age group.

Misc. Rules:

GYSA encourages healthy and positive sports competition and puts a priority on the developmental process and the quality of play instead of the game outcome. It is not our desire to instill the "killer instinct" in the player, but rather to foster physical fitness, knowledge of the sport, agility, quick thinking and aggressive offensive and defensive play. Dangerous play and/or abusive language to coaches, players, or referees will not be tolerated.
Parents/coaches and spectators should be there to enjoy the game, foster a positive sporting environment and to encourage the activity of all the youngsters participating in the game.

DO NOT KEEP SCORE!!!!

BUILDING CHARACTER THROUGH SOCCER!!