U8 Coaching Links

Quick Facts:

Under 8 teams play 4 v 4

Roster maximum: 8 players

Minimum of 2 players on field to play.

#3 ball

U8 Games consist of four 10 minute quarters

No goalkeeper

No player may play in an obvious offside position in front of or near the goal such as a designated scorer.

Click the links below for rules, guidelines, and assistance for U8 soccer.

STYSA General Rules of Play Scroll to page 6 for rules regarding Under-8.

U8 Player Characteristics They're beginning to understand....

Typical U8 Practice Warm-up, Individual Activities, Game, Warm-Down, Homework.

U8 Lesson Plans provided by US Youth Soccer