Build Out Lines
For the 7v7 game, the field will include build out lines to promote individual skills and facilitate game flow. The build out line is used to promote playing the ball out of the back in an unpressured setting.
When the GK has the ball, either during play or from a goal kick, the opposing team must move behind the build out line.
Once the opposing team is behind the build out line, the GK can either pass, throw or roll the ball to a teammate (no punting)
Punting the ball is not allowed as this would defeat the purpose of the build out line and reduces the opportunity to play out of the back in an unpressured setting.
After the ball is put into play, the opposing team can then cross the build out line and play can resume as normal.
No Heading
Players in U-11 programs and younger shall not engage in heading, either in practices or in games.
If any player heads the ball intentionally in games, an indirect free kick will be given, to the opposition, where the offence took place.
All rules and information on Small Sided Games can be found here:
http://www.oksoccer.com/recreational/smallsidedgames.aspx
Code of Conduct for Juniors Development League
This Code of Conduct has been developed to clarify and define standards of professional, ethical, and moral behavior from coaches, parents and players participating in the JDL. JDL members should conduct themselves in a professional, respectful and ethical manner at all times. Negative language, attitudes or undermining others for personal gain are considered detrimental to a healthy and productive environment and will not be tolerated. Violations to the Code of Conduct are cause for disciplinary action up to and including removal from the league and membership.
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