B. THE BALL
Size three (3)

C. NUMBER OF PLAYERS
Maximum number of players on the field at any time: three (3); no goalkeepers
Maximum number of players on roster: five (5)
Substitutions: Between periods and at halftime
Playing time: Minimum of 50% of the total playing time for each player and 75% when possible. No one should play four periods until everyone has played three
No co-ed teams. Separate girls teams should be promoted at this level of play

D. PLAYERS' EQUIPMENT:
Footwear: Tennis shoes or soft-cleated soccer shoes
Shinguards: MANDATORY for both practices and games

E. REFEREE:
   The referee could be either a:
      registered referee
      youth referee
      coach
      parent

   Referees should emphasize:
      fun
      fairness
      safety
      learning

NOTE: Referees should briefly explain any infringements to the player(s) and help players with instructions. All referees must be registered AYSO volunteers.

F. DURATION OF GAME:
Four five-minute periods
Halftime break of five to ten minutes

G. THE START OF PLAY:
The game should be started with a free kick in the middle of the field. The coaches should determine which team starts the game and the opposing team should start the second half. The referee will ensure that opponents are at least five (5) yards from the spot of the free kick

H. BALL IN AND OUT OF PLAY:
When the whole ball passes over the touch line, either on the ground or in the air, it should be thrown in by a player of the opposite team from where the ball crossed the line.
When the whole ball passes over the goal line (not into the goal), it should be kicked into play by a player of the opposing team from where the ball crossed the line

I. METHOD OF SCORING
No change from regular play. Score not kept

J. FOULS & MISCONDUCT
Direct free kick for all fouls, with the opponents five yards away
Referee should explain ALL infractions

AYSO RECOMMENDATIONS

Region standings are not recorded

Game scores are not recorded

Parents, coaches, and players from both teams
exchange handshakes before and/or after each game

All players receive participation awards

No individual should be allowed to run the length of
the field except participants of the game

Parents and coaches should encourage players,
but not coach or instruct during game time

Spectators are not allowed behind either goal
or within three (3) yards outside the touchline