Below is the basic breakdown for each grade. If you scroll lower on this page, you will find some practice ideas for your teams along with rules for each grade.
30 minutes - scrimmage against other team sharing the same field
Grades K-2 use a size 3 ball. We have ball bags with a ball for every player on your team. If you are short or one won’t stay inflated, let one of the rec committee know (rec@mandansoccer.com).
Grades 3-6th use a size 4 ball. We are providing a few soccer balls for each team and expect the players to bring their own to practice.
Are you new to soccer and need a quick reference guide? The following document has a great overview of soccer terms, team positions, object of the game, kickoff, and referee information.
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Grade | Game Size | Ball Size | Game Length | Sideline restart | Endline restart | Development Focus |
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Kindergarten | 3v3 | 3 | 4 x 10 minutes (2 min breaks) | Kick-in | Corner or Goal Kick | Dribbling, Team Camaraderie |
1st Grade | 4v4 | 3 | 4 x 12 minutes (2 min breaks) | Throw-in | Corner or Goal Kick | Dribbling, moving to space |
2nd Grade | 4v4 | 3 | 4 x 12 minutes (2 min breaks) | Throw-in | Corner or Goal Kick | Moving to space, working together |
3rd Grade | 7v7 | 4 | 2 x 25 minute halves (5 min break) | Throw-in | Corner or Goal Kick | Building an attack, Changing point of attack |
4th Grade | 9v9 | 4 | 2 x 25 minute halves (5 min break) | Throw-in | Corner or Goal Kick | Positional awareness, retaining possession |
5th/6th Grade | 9v9 | 4 | 2 x 25 minute halves (5 min break) | Throw-in | Corner or Goal Kick | Sustaining an attack, finishing |