Complete course for AYSO Regional Referee and Safe Haven - used in Area 11L

1. Regional Referee Training

2. Introduction
There are more than 500,000 children playing AYSO
soccer and each one of those children has a right to a
safe, fun, fair and positive environment for
experiencing the benefits of youth sports.

3. Why AYSO?
The Vision of AYSO is to provide
world class youth soccer programs
that enrich children’s lives.

4. What makes AYSO unique?
The philosophy of the organization is to educate and
develop young people by encouraging their interest
and participation in soccer through our six
philosophies:

5. Everyone Plays®
Our goal is for kids to play soccer – so we mandate
that every player on every team must play at least
half of every game.

6. Everyone Plays®
This includes our VIP -Very Important Players

7. Balanced Teams
Each year we form new teams as evenly as possible –
because it is fair and more fun when teams of equal
ability play.

8. Open Registration
Our program is open to all children between 4 and
19 years of age who want to register and play soccer.
Interest and enthusiasm are the only criteria for
playing.

9. Positive Coaching
OSITIVE
NSTRUCTIONAL
P I E
NCOURAGING
Encouragement of player effort provides for greater
enjoyment by the players and ultimately leads to
better-skilled and better-motivated players.

10. Good Sportsmanship
• We strive to create a safe, fair, fun and positive
environment based on mutual respect, rather than a
win-at-all-costs attitude, and our program is
designed to instill good sportsmanship in every facet
of AYSO.

11. Good Sportsmanship
AYSO’s Kids Zone program
is one of the first of its kind to promote good
sportsmanship and appropriate sideline behavior.
Every AYSO venue is a Kids Zone!

12. Player Development
We believe that all players should be able to develop
their soccer skills and knowledge to the best of their
abilities, both individually and as a member of a
team, in order to maximize their enjoyment of the
game.

13. Player Development
AYSO provides a number of programs that support
player development including EXTRA and AYSO Soccer
Camps.

14. Volunteer Philosophies?
AYSO’s philosophies apply to volunteers too!

15. AYSO Philosophies Mnemonic
G
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B
E
Positive
Player

16. AYSO Philosophies Mnemonic
Good sportsmanship
Open Registration
Balanced Teams
Everyone Plays
Positive Coaching
Player Development

17. AYSO Team
KIDS
COACHES

18. AYSO Team
Team Rules
– Work Together
– Help Each Other
– Protect Each Other
– Do Our Best

19. Every AYSO Venue is a Kids Zone!
Kids Zone guidelines encourage
appropriate sideline behavior – key
to promoting a fun, safe, familyfriendly environment.
Parents and Spectators pledge to
respect the tenets of Kids Zone.
Coaches, Referees, Parents and
Players abide by a Code of Conduct.

20. Kids Zone Sidelines
Spectators agree to respect the following rules:
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Kids are # 1
Fun, not winning is everything
Fans only cheer, only coaches coach
No yelling in anger
Respect the volunteer referees
No swearing
No alcohol, tobacco products or other controlled substances
No weapons
Leave no trash behind
Set a proper example of Good Sportsmanship

21. Quiz
Which of the following is NOT one of the core AYSO
philosophies?
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b)
c)
d)
e)
Balanced Teams
Open Registration
Professional Coaching
Everyone Plays
Player Development

22. Regional Referee Course

23. Objectives
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Know what to expect from U-10 players
Know the parts of the field
Know the number of players in each age group
Recognize ball in and out of play

24. Objectives
• Successfully manage pre-game duties
• Know how to start,
when to stop,
and how to restart play.
• Understand method of scoring
• Basic understanding of Fouls,
Misconduct and Free Kicks.

25. Objectives
• Understand basics of Offside
• Use appropriate signals
• Manage post-game situations

26. History of the Game
Soccer is known as Football outside the USA
Tribal lore had battle victors kicking body
parts around
Earliest “organized”
game was called Calcio,
played by the Romans.

27. History of the Game
The modern game dates from 1863 when the
Laws of the Game were established at a
London pub
Two factions split from one another.
One was Rugby.
The other was Football
(soccer)

28. History of the Game
FIFA (Federation International de
Football Association) governs the
worldwide game
USSF (United States Soccer
Federation) is the national
governing body
AYSO is a National Association
member of USSF

29. History of the Game
The Laws of the Game can be
summarized in three simple words:
Safe
Fair
Fun

30. Philosophy of Refereeing
The Laws of the Game are intended to provide that
games should be played with as little interference as
possible, and in this view it is the duty of the referee to
penalize only deliberate breaches of the Law.
Constant whistling for trifling and doubtful breaches
produces bad feelings and loss of temper on the part of
the players and spoils the pleasure of spectators.

31. Philosophy of Refereeing
• Younger Games:
More a friendly guide than policeman.
• Give younger players a second chance.
• No public humiliation.

32. Understanding Younger Players

33. U-6 Players
Physical Characteristics
• Early stages of development
• Can run, jump and skip,
but motor skills are still developing
• Lots of energy, but in bursts.
• Can still tire easily
• Can’t sit still long

34. U-6 Players
Social/Emotional Characteristics
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Craves praise and attention
Fearful of unknowns
Needs encouragement
Rapid and unpredictable mood changes
Disposition to telling tall tales

35. U-6 Players
Thought/Cognitive Characteristics
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Lacks judgment regarding own safety/abilities
Does not think logically
Asks lots of questions
Fond of stories

36. U-8 Players
Physical Characteristics
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Plays hard and works at playing hard
Sense of timing is developing
Eye-hand coordination has improved
Agility / endurance much better than U-6
U-8 can now balance on one foot

37. U-8 Players
Social/Emotional Characteristics
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Starting to define likes and dislikes
Friendship is important
“Play” needs a purpose
Afraid of failure
Need for honesty training
Starting to compare self to others

38. U-8 Players
Social/Emotional Characteristics
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Self-esteem and self concept a big issue
Becoming more outgoing
Peer acceptance is very important
Quick to tattle
Cooperative with adults
Interested in belonging to group

39. U-8 Players
Thought/Cognitive Characteristics
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Beginning to understand moral rules of behavior
Can solve some problems
Starting to grasp the Team concept
Understands the viewpoint of others
Needs concrete reinforcement
Treats every little mistake as a major crime
Rigidly interprets ideas of justice and fair play

40. U-10 Players
Physical Characteristics
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More interested in competitive activities
More interested in improving skills
Attention span is increasing
May accept a physical touch,
but some will begin to reject it

41. U-10 Players
Social/Emotional Characteristics
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Group acceptance is important Wants to be liked
Feelings are easily hurt
May blame others to explain their own mistakes
Needs reinforcement

42. U-10 Players
Thought/Cognitive Characteristics
• Can recall details with accuracy
• Can understand the concept of cause and effect
• Enjoys attention but their reaction to praise may
be more subdued
• Still takes what is said quite literally

43. Understanding Younger Players
Implications for how
we officiate these
games
Referees never
touch a child

44. Dealing with Coaches/Spectators
AYSO Team concept to enlist cooperation
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Remain calm and professional
Maintain control of your emotions
Intervene early to prevent escalation
• A smile, wink or look can defuse a bad situation
Keep adults focused on creating an enjoyable
experience for the players

45. Law 1 – The Field

46. The Field of Play
Penalty
Area
Goal
Area
Halfway Line
Corner
Flag
Halfway
Flag
Center
Mark
Goal
Goal Line
Penalty
Arc
Penalty
Mark
Corner
Arc
Center
Circle
Touch Line

47. Pre-Game Duties and Activities
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Arrive Early
Check Field and Equipment
Introduce Yourself to the Coaches
Check Players Equipment
Brief Assistant Referees
Conduct Coin Toss

48. Pre-Game Duties and Activities
Arrive Early
• At least 30 minutes prior to game time
– (45 minutes if first game of the day)
• In proper uniform

49. Pre-Game Duties and Activities
Arrive Early
With Required Equipment

50. Pre-Game Duties and Activities
Check Field and Equipment
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Markings
Holes, glass, rocks, debris, etc.
Goals (properly secured)
Nets (secured, no holes/gaps)
Corner flags
Ball

51. Pre-Game Duties and Activities
Introduce Yourself to the Coaches
• Learn their names
and write them down
• Be Approachable not
Flippant, Cold or Arrogant

52. Pre-Game Duties and Activities
Check Players Equipment
• Team Uniform
– Shirt, Shorts, Socks, Shin guards, Shoes
• Shin guards must be under the socks
• Goalkeeper’s shirt must be distinguishable from
all other players and the referee

53. Pre-Game Duties and Activities
Check Players Equipment
• Nothing dangerous (in your opinion)
– No jewelry, watches, earrings
– No casts or splints (even if padded)
• Knee braces are okay, but only if padded and safe
to all players (in your opinion)
• Medical alert bracelets secured with tape.
The information must remain visible

54. Pre-Game Duties and Activities
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Blue Angels
Blue/White
Jane Doe
John Doe
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Julie Foudy
Tiffeny Milbrett
Cindy Parlow
Abby Wambach
Kristine Lilly
Michelle Akers
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Blue Angels
Red Devils

55. Pre-Game Duties and Activities
Brief Assistant Referees
• Neutral AR’s:
– Work as a Team
– Follow Standard Signals
– Discuss Non-Standard Signals
• Club Linesmen (Non-Neutral Individual)
– Put at Ease
– Explain Expectations
• Only call in/out of play
• Raise flag straight up when ball
has gone completely over the line.

56. Post-Game Duties
• Collect the game ball and return to owner.
• Supervise team handshake
• Complete lineup card and
misconduct report (if any)
• Congratulate referee team
and seek feedback

57. Check For Learning
During the safety inspection of the players, the referee
notices that a player is wearing earrings. She explains that
she had her ears pierced the previous day and if she removes
the earrings the holes will close.
What should the referee do?
The referee should explain to the player that earrings are
not permitted; if she wishes to play, she must remove
them. The referee may choose to involve the coach.

58. Check For Learning
In a U-8 game, the ball offered by the home team is
a size 4 but otherwise acceptable.
What should the referee do?
Point out to the team that provided the ball that it is the
wrong size and ask for a size 3 ball. If the team cannot
provide one, ask the other team for one. If no size 3 ball
is available, play the match with a size 4 ball.

59. Check For Learning
During the field inspection, the referee notices that
a goal is being held in place by two bricks placed on
the back of the structure.
What should the referee do?
Bricks resting on the goal structure are not sufficient to
anchor it securely. The referee should inform the
coaches that the goals need to be securely anchored
before the match can start.

60. Check For Learning
The goalkeeper must wear a jersey that is ____ ?
Different from the referee and all other players
It is not necessary to check the field prior to the
start of the match if it is the last game of the day.
(True/False)
False

61. Check For Learning
A club linesman may indicate whether a corner
kick can be awarded or not. (True/False)
False
Club linesmen can only indicate when the ball has gone
over the touchline or the goal line (not a goal)
Knee braces may be worn by a player. (True/False)
True
But only if padded and if it is safe for all players, in the
opinion of the referee.

62. Now that we’ve finished
our pre-game activities....
How do we start the game?

63. Starting the Game
Conduct the Coin Toss
• Have players Greet Each Other
• Away team calls it
• Winner of the coin toss
chooses which goal to attack
• The other team takes the kick-off

64. Starting the Game
Kick-Off
• Verify the correct number of
players on the field (no visible
or audible counting).
• Minimum of Seven (7) players
on each team for full-sided
regulation games.
– U8 Minimum is Five (5)

65. Defenders must be 10 yds from the ball
All players must be on their own side
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66. Starting the Game
Kick-Off
• The ball is stationary in the center of the field.
• Referee blows whistle to start play.
• Ball is in play when kicked and moves forward.
– This is when the timer starts

67. Keeping Time
• Time starts when the ball has been put into play
(kicked and moves forward).
• The match consists of two equal periods.
• Time is added for excessive time lost due to
substitutions, time wasting or unusual delays.
• The amount of time lost (if any) is determined by
the referee.

68. Check for Learning
The team that wins the coin toss chooses ____ ?
Which goal to attack
Where should the players be on a kick-off?
Each team should be in its own half of the field.
The team that is not taking the kick-off must be
outside the center circle.

69. Stopping the Game
There are seven reasons to stop play:
1. Ball goes out of play
2. The referee deems it necessary
3. Goal is scored
4. Foul is committed
5. Injury
6. Substitution
7. Halftime / End of Game

70. The lines of the field are part
of the area they define:
In Play
In Play
IN
OUT
In Play
Either in the air or on the ground
Out of Play

71. The ball’s position determines
whether it is in or out of play
Not the player’s position

72. Play is stopped when the Referee
deems it necessary
Sometimes there are
outside influences that
make it necessary to
stop play.

73. Play is stopped when a Goal is Scored
When the ball crosses
wholly over the goal line,
between the goalposts
and beneath the crossbar.
It does not matter which team put it there.

74. Play is stopped when a
Foul is committed
This is something that is
unfair or unsafe.

75. Play is stopped for Injuries
ANYTIME
IMMEDIATELY
In younger players’
games it’s better to
err on the side of
caution

76. Play is stopped for Injuries
• Blood on clothing must be neutralized
• Blood on the body must be removed
• This is the coach’s responsibility

77. Play is stopped for Substitutions
There are four opportunities for substitutions:
• Approx. midway through the first half
• Halftime
• Approx. midway through the second half
• Injury
– Coach May Substitute the Player
or Play Short until the Player can return

78. Play is stopped at the end of the first
half and at the end of the game

79. Check for Learning
When can the referee stop play for an injury?
Anytime / Immediately
A player dribbling the ball steps over the line. The
ball is out of play. (True/False)
False
It’s the position of the ball (not the player) that
determines whether the ball is in play or not.

80. Checking for Learning
Is this ball IN or OUT of play?
OUT
IN
IN Play

81. Checking for Learning
How many substitution opportunities are there in
a regulation match?
Four
Name Them
Approx. midway through the first half
Halftime
Approx. midway through the second half
Injury

82. Checking for Learning
A player is injured and leaves the field
(with the referee’s permission).
What are the coach’s substitution options?
1. The team can play short until the player
returns to the field (with the referee’s
permission)
2. A substitute can replace the injured
player.

83. Checking for Learning
A player is injured and leaves the field
(with the referee’s permission).
The coach decides to substitute the injured player.
Which player gets credit for the “quarter”?
The player that started the “quarter”.

84. Checking for Learning
If the boundary line of the field is a rut in the grass
and the ball gets caught in the rut as it rolls, is it in
play?
Yes
The lines are a part of the area they define.
The ball remains in play until the entire ball crosses
the entire line.

85. Checking for Learning
According to the National Rules and Regulations,
what is the minimum amount of time each team
member must play?
Half the game (two “quarters”)

86. Break

87. Fouls and Misconduct
OBJECTIVES
• Explain the two categories of fouls
• Cover fouls that occur in younger players’ games
• Introduce the concept of Misconduct

88. A Foul is an unsafe or unfair act
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Committed by a player
Against an opponent
On the field of play
While the ball is in play
All four elements must exist
for the incident to be a foul.

89. Fouls and Misconduct
Fouls are categorized into two types:
• Direct Free Kick fouls (DFK)
• Indirect Free Kick fouls (IFK)
These categories are
named for the way
play is restarted

90. Direct Free Kick Fouls (DFK)
There are 10 DFK Fouls:
7 “CREX” fouls
– Careless, Reckless, or used Excessive Force
3 others
– The offense is always a foul

91. Direct Free Kick Fouls (DFK)
1. Strikes an opponent
2. Kicks an opponent
3. Trips an opponent
Even the attempt to
commit any of these
three actions is a foul.

92. Direct Free Kick Fouls (DFK)
1. Striking or attempting
to strike an opponent

93. Striking or attempting to strike an opponent
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94. Direct Free Kick Fouls (DFK)
2. Kicking or attempting
to kick an opponent
Foul tackle from behind - may be kicking or tripping
(From behind is most likely at least “Dangerous Play”)

95. Kicking or attempting to kick an opponent
“Over the ball” tackle - may be kicking and serious foul play

96. Kicking or attempting to kick an opponent

97. Direct Free Kick Fouls (DFK)
3. Tripping or attempting
to trip an opponent

98. Tripping or attempting to trip an opponent

99. These are NOT Tripping

100. Foul Recognition
Why do tripping and kicking happen?

101. Because players are trying to
tackle the ball
Tackling is when a player takes the ball
away from an opponent by use of his feet
or lower leg.
They must contact the ball first.
(Not to be confused with a “tackle” in
American Football.)

102. Fair Tackles
Slide Tackles

103. Fair Tackles
Tackler makes
contact with ball
first, player trips
over ball or legs
near ground
Not a Foul!

104. Direct Free Kick Fouls (DFK)
4. Tackles an opponent
A common example
of an unfair tackle
would be making
contact with the
opponent before
touching the ball
Foul tackle from behind - may be kicking or tripping
(From behind is most likely at least “Dangerous Play”.
More on that and Tackles in a moment.)

105. Tackles an opponent

106. Direct Free Kick Fouls (DFK)
5. Jumps at an opponent

107. Jumps at (into) an opponent

108. Direct Free Kick Fouls (DFK)
6. Charging an opponent

109. Charging an opponent

110. Fair Charge:
Shoulder to shoulder, playing the ball and
without excessive force

111. Direct Free Kick Fouls (DFK)
7. Pushing an opponent

112. Pushing an opponent

113. Direct Free Kick Fouls (DFK)
The 7 “CREX” Fouls
• 3 with the feet
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Kicks or attempts to kick
Trips or attempts to trip
Tackles an opponent
• 2 with hand / arm
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Strikes or attempts to strike
Pushes
• 2 with the body
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Charges
Jumps at

114. Direct Free Kick Fouls (DFK)
The Other 3 (Always a Foul)
8. Holds an opponent

115. Holds an opponent

116. Holds an opponent

117. Holds an opponent

118. Holding Foul?

119. Direct Free Kick Fouls (DFK)
The Other 3 (Always a Foul)
9. Spits at an opponent
Spitting at anyone is a Sendoff

120. Direct Free Kick Fouls (DFK)
The Other 3 (Always a Foul)
10. Deliberately Handling the ball

121. Deliberately Handling the ball
• One Rule of Thumb is Be sure that the arm strikes the
ball, not the ball strikes the arm.
• Allow players to protect their faces.
• “Hand” runs the full length of the arm.

122. Deliberately Handling the ball

123. Unintentional contact
not a foul
Did ball hit arm?
Or
Did arm hit ball?

124. Direct Free Kick Fouls (DFK)
Six of these fouls most commonly occur
in U-10 and younger age groups:
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Kicks an opponent
Trips an opponent
Pushes an opponent
Holds an opponent
Unfairly Charges an opponent
Handles the ball deliberately

125. Indirect Free Kick Fouls (IFK)
There are 7 IFK Fouls
The first four pertain solely to the
goalkeeper in their own penalty area

126. Indirect Free Kick Fouls (IFK)
1. Takes more than six
seconds while controlling
the ball with their hands,
before releasing it from
their possession

127. Indirect Free Kick Fouls (IFK)
2. Touches the ball again with
their hands after it has
been released from their
possession and has not
touched any other player.

128. Indirect Free Kick Fouls (IFK)
3. Touches the ball with their
hands after it has been
deliberately kicked to
them by a team-mate.

129. Indirect Free Kick Fouls (IFK)
4. Touches the ball with their
hands after he has received
it directly from a throw-in
taken by a teammate.

130. Indirect Free Kick Fouls (IFK)
5. Plays in a dangerous manner
6. Impedes the progress of an opponent
7. Prevents the goalkeeper from releasing
the ball from his hands

131. Dangerous Play
• High kick near opponent’s head
• Heading a low ball about to be kicked
• Playing ball on ground if opponent in danger
• Action that endangers Goalkeeper
Teammate Doesn’t Count!

132. Dangerous Play

133. Dangerous Play

134. Dangerous Play
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135. Dangerous Play

136. Impeding the process of an opponent
(not playing the ball, but playing the player)

137. Impeding the process of an opponent

138. NOT Impeding
(Within Playing Distance of the Ball)

139. Indirect Free Kick Fouls (IFK)
Two that most commonly occur in U-10
and younger age groups:
• Plays in a dangerous manner
Be Prompt with this call
• Goalkeeper takes more than six seconds
to put the ball into play
Don’t be to “ticky-tacky” with this call

140. Misconduct
Behavior that is in serious conflict with the
spirit of the game and good sportsmanship
(Something that’s very rare in the U-10 games)
Two types of Misconduct:
Those resulting in a Caution
Those resulting in a Send-Off

141. Misconduct
There are seven cautionable offenses:
1.
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3.
4.
5.
Persistently infringes Laws of the Game
Unsporting behavior
Dissent by word or action
Delays the restart of play
Enters or re-enters the field of play without
permission
6. Leaves the field of play without permission
7. Fails to respect the required Distance on a
corner kick, free kick or throw-in

142. Misconduct
There are seven send-off offenses:
1. Serious foul play
2. Abusive/offensive/insulting language or
gestures
3. Violent conduct
4. Spits at any person
5. Receives 2nd caution in the same match
6. Denies an obvious goal-scoring opportunity
by deliberately handling ball
7. Denies an obvious goal-scoring opportunity
by an offense punishable by a free kick or
penalty kick

143. Misconduct is rare in U10 Games
Referees should deal with it informally
without showing cards.

144. Coaches and spectators can be warned
and even dismissed from the game.
But they must never
be shown the red or
yellow card.

145. Check for Learning
There are two types of fouls, name them.
Direct Free Kick Fouls
Indirect Free Kick Fouls
Why are the fouls given these names?
They are named for the way play is restarted
after the referee has stopped play because of
the foul

146. Check for Learning
What are the six Direct Free Kick Fouls most often
seen in U10 games?
Kicking an opponent
Tripping an opponent
Pushing an opponent
Holding an opponent
Unfairly Charging an Opponent
Handling the ball deliberately

147. Check for Learning
What are the two Indirect Free Kick Fouls most
often seen in U10 games?
Dangerous Play
Goalkeeper takes more than six seconds to
put the ball into play

148. Check for Learning
What type of foul is Handling the ball deliberately?
Direct Free Kick Foul
What type of foul is Pushing an Opponent?
Direct Free Kick Foul

149. Check for Learning
What type of foul is Playing in a dangerous
manner?
Indirect Free Kick Foul
If a player tries to hit an opponent, but misses, the
referee cannot call a foul – True or False?
False – Even the attempt to strike an
opponent can be a foul

150. Check for Learning
The ball bounces up and hits a player in the arm, is
this a foul?
No
A player that is lying on the ground kicks at the
ball, no one else is nearby. Is this Dangerous Play?
No

151. Check for Learning
The referee thinks a foul may have occurred, but
he is not sure. Should he stop play?
No
A U10 player is guilty of Misconduct. They should
be shown the yellow or red card, True or False?
The referee has the authority to show the
card, but should work together with the
coach to resolve the issue without showing a
card.

152. Check for Learning
A Coach is behaving badly and the Referee decides
to dismiss the coach from the field. If the coach’s
conduct is very bad, the Referee may show the
coach the Red card, True or False?
False
Cards are solely for the players
Coaches / Spectators are never to be shown
the cards.

153. Lunch

154. Restarting the Game
For some reason, the game has been stopped.
(Injury, goal, foul, ball out of play, etc.)
How do we restart play?

155. Restarting the Game
THROW-IN
When the ball passes out of play over a touch line,
play is restarted with a Throw-in
The throw is taken by the opponents of the team
that last touched the ball.
The throw is taken from the approximate point on
the line where the ball left the field.

156. Restarting the Game
THROW-IN
At the moment of delivering
the ball, the thrower must:
•Face the field of play;
•Have part of each foot touching the ground either
on or behind the line; and
•Use both hands to deliver the ball from behind and
over the head.

157. Restarting the Game
THROW-IN
•The ball is in play as soon as released and any
portion of it is on or over the outside edge of
the touchline.
•Opposing players must be
at least 2 yds. from the point
of the throw-in.
•A goal may not be
scored directly from a throw-in.

159. Restarting the Game
GOAL KICK
When the whole ball passes over the goal
line, last touched by an attacker (not a goal),
play is restarted with a Goal Kick for the
defending team.
The ball is placed anywhere in the goal area.

160. GOAL KICK
All of these balls are legally placed
within the goal area.

161. Restarting the Game
GOAL KICK
The ball is in play when it leaves the penalty
area into the field of play.
The kicker cannot touch the ball a second
time until it’s touched by any other player.
A goal can be scored directly from a goal kick,
but only against the opposing team.

162. Restarting the Game
CORNER KICK
When the whole ball passes over the goal
line, last touched by a defender (not a goal),
play is restarted with a Corner Kick for the
attacking team.
The ball is placed
anywhere
within the corner
arc area.

163. Restarting the Game
CORNER KICK
All of these balls are
legally placed

164. CORNER KICK
Players from the opposing team
must be 10 yds. from the ball.
The ball is in play when it is kicked
(with a kicking motion) and moves.
It does not have to leave the corner arc area.
The kicker may not move the corner flag.
A goal may be scored
directly from a corner kick.

165. Restarting the Game
FREE KICKS
A way to restart play when the Referee
has stopped play because of a foul.
There are two types
of free kicks:
Direct Free Kick
Indirect Free Kick

166. Restarting the Game
Direct Free Kick (DFK)
A DFK is awarded when the Referee has
stopped play for a Penal or DFK Foul
A goal may be scored directly from the kick
(against the opposing team)

167. Restarting the Game
Indirect Free Kick (IFK)
An IFK is awarded when the Referee has
stopped play for Offside, Non-Penal or IFK
Fouls, or for Misconduct on the field not
involving a Foul
The ball must touch any other player before a
goal may be scored

168. Restarting the Game
To signal an Indirect Free Kick, the
Referee holds his hand straight up into
the air.
The hand remains in this position until
the ball either (a) touches any other
player, or (b) goes out of play.
Other than direction,
there is no signal for a Direct Free Kick

169. Restarting the Game
The kicker may not
touch the ball a second
time until it has
touched another
Exception: If a free kick taken by the
player.
defending team in its own penalty area is
touched a second time before the ball
leaves the penalty area, the kick is retaken.

170. In most cases a Free Kick is:
Taken from the location of the foul, and
In play once it is kicked (with a kicking
motion) and moves.
All opponents must be 10 yds. from the ball.
But there are
some
exceptions.
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171. If a free kick of
any type is
awarded to the
defending team in
its own goal area,
the ball may be
placed anywhere
in the goal area
The ball is in play
once it leaves the
Penalty Area
Direction of Kick

172. If an IFK is
awarded to the
attacking team in
its opponent’s
goal area, the ball
is moved out to
the goal area line.
The ball is in play
once it is kicked
and moves
Direction of Kick

173. If a Direct Free Kick
Foul is awarded to
the attacking team
in the opponent’s
penalty area, a
penalty kick is
awarded instead.
The ball is in play
when it is kicked
and moves
forward.
Direction of Kick

174. PENALTY KICK
(U-10 and above, only)
•A penalty kick is awarded when a direct free
kick foul has been committed by a team within
its own penalty area.
•All players (other than the kicker and the
goalkeeper) must be:
-Outside the penalty area and penalty arc
-Behind the ball
-On the field of play
Until the ball is played.

175. PENALTY KICK
(U-10 and above, only)
•The goalkeeper must remain on the goal line
until the ball is in play (may move side-to-side)
•The ball is in play
once it is kicked
and moves forward.
•Kicker may not touch the ball a second time until
touched by any other player.

176. Restarting the Game
DROPPED BALL
A way to restart play for
an unusual but neutral reason.
Injury
Dog on the field
Stray ball

177. DROPPED BALL
The referee drops the ball where it was
when play was stopped.
The ball is dropped from the
players’ waist height.
The ball is in play when it hits the ground.
If a player kicks the ball before it hits the
ground, the ball is dropped again.

178. Checking for Learning
The ball goes completely over the touch line, last
touched by an attacker. What is the restart?
Throw-in for the defending team
The ball goes completely over the goal line (not a
goal), last touched by a defender. What is the
restart?
Corner Kick

179. Checking for Learning
Is this ball legally placed
for a corner kick?
Yes

180. Checking for Learning
What does this signal indicate?
Indirect Free Kick

181. Checking for Learning
How many players must be present for the
taking of a dropped ball?
There is no requirement
The ball goes completely over the goal line (not
a goal), last touched by an attacker. What is
the restart?
Goal Kick

182. OFFSIDE
Why do we need an Offside Law?

183. OFFSIDE
The Offside Law is the only law that restricts
tactical positioning during dynamic play.
The offside law is intended to ensure that players
earn the right to shoot on goal.

184. OFFSIDE
Elements of the offside infraction:
1. Position
2. Time of Judgment
3. Active Involvement
All three elements must be
present or there cannot be an
infraction

185. OFFSIDE
Offside Position
A Player is in an offside position if he is:
1. In the opponents’ half of the field;
2. Closer to the opponents’ goal line than the second
to last defender; and
3. Closer to the opponents’ goal line than the ball
All three elements must be present or the player is
not in an offside position, and there cannot be an
infraction

186. Offside Position
It is not an offense for a player to be in an Offside
Position.
BUT
His involvement in play may be restricted if a
team-mate touches or plays the ball

187. OFFSIDE
Time of Judgment
Offside Position is judged at the moment
the ball touches or is played by a team-mate

188. OFFSIDE
Active Involvement
A player may be involved in active play by:
1. Interfering with play (playing the ball);
2. Interfering with an opponent; or
3. Gaining an advantage by being in that
position.

189. OFFSIDE
Once all three of these conditions have been met:
POSITION
TIME OF JUDGMENT
ACTIVE INVOLVEMENT
An offside infraction has occurred
An indirect free kick is awarded to the opposing
team from the place the infringement occurred.

190. OFFSIDE
Exceptions
There is no offense if a player
receives the ball directly from:
Goal Kick
Corner Kick
Throw-In

191. Direction of attack
AR
OFFSIDE
A1
A2
D
A
D
A

192. Direction of attack
AR
NOT
OFFSIDE
D
A2
A
A1
D
A

193. Direction of attack
AR
NOT
OFFSIDE
D
A
A2
A1
D
A
A
A3

194. Direction of attack
AR
A2
A1
A
NOT
OFFSIDE
D
Goal Kick
A
D

195. Direction of attack
AR
OFFSIDE
A
D
D
A
Deflection off goalpost
or goalkeeper

196. Direction of attack
AR
NOT
OFFSIDE
D
D
A
A

197. Direction of attack
AR
OFFSIDE
A
A
D
D

198. Direction of attack
AR
OFFSIDE
A
D
D
A

199. Direction of attack
AR
OFFSIDE
D
A
A
D
D

200. Direction of attack
AR
NOT
OFFSIDE
D
A
D
A
D

201. Direction of attack
AR Corner Kick
A
A
D
D
D
OFFSIDE

202. Key Takeaways
It is not an offense to be in an offside position
Wait for Active Involvement before penalizing
for offside
The player is not required to
touch the ball for the offside
to be penalized

203. Break
Pickup a flag and move outside

204. Referee and Assistant Referee
Mechanics

205. What are the Duties of
the Referee ?
1.
2.
3.
4.
Keep a record of the match
a. Timekeeper
b. Scorekeeper
c. Control substitutions
d. File a written report
Stop play for injury
Restart play when it has been stopped
Suspend/terminate a match for cause

206. REFEREE COMMUNICATION / SIGNALS
Whistle
Voice
Hand

207. AYSO Incident Report
An Incident Report is required whenever there is a
serious incident involving AYSO participants, activities,
facilities, or property including:
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Injuries
Threats of bodily harm
Fighting
Property damage
Hospitalizations
Law Enforcement
Lawsuits

208. Referee Positioning
• 10-15 yards from play
• Keep play between referee and A/R
• Stay out of passing lanes

210. REFEREE POSITIONING
Direction of Play
A
D
D
R
A
D
AR

211. REFEREE POSITIONING
AR
D
Direction of Play
A
R
D
D
A
AR

212. ASSISTANT REFEREE
DUTIES AND SIGNALS
Neutral Assistant Referee:
•Indicate ball out of play
•Indicate which side gets
throw-in, goal kick or corner kick
•Indicate when offside offense has occurred
•Indicate when substitution is desired
•Assist the referee to control the game

213. ASSISTANT REFEREE
DUTIES AND SIGNALS
FLAG SIGNALS:
•Throw-in
•Goal Kick
•Corner Kick
•Offside
•Foul
•Goal
•Other

214. ASSISTANT REFEREE
DUTIES AND SIGNALS
Club Linesmen
Only indicate ball
in-and-out of play

215. Key Takeaway
The Referee’s role is to ensure
the game is Safe, Fair and Fun

216. Assistant Referee
Key Takeaways
Assistant Referees assist the Referee
They indicate when they see an issue,
Referee makes the call
Priority One: Watch for Offside

217. Check for Learning
What method of communication by the Referee is
most effective at saying to the players:
“Stop playing, I saw a foul”?
The Whistle
What is the Assistant Referee’s Signal for a throwin awarded to the attacking team?
Facing the field of play and raises the flag 45
degrees above the diagonal in his right hand,
parallel to the touch line

218. Check for Learning
Who determines when the half is over?
The Referee
Who calls offside?
The Referee

219. FUNDAMENTAL COACHING CONCEPTS

220. OBJECTIVES OF THE GAME
ATTACKERS:
DEFENDERS:

221. OBJECTIVES OF THE GAME
ATTACKERS:
SCORE
DEFENDERS:

222. OBJECTIVES OF THE GAME
ATTACKERS:
SCORE
DEFENDERS:
STOP SCORING

223. OBJECTIVES OF THE GAME
ATTACKERS:
SCORE
ADVANCE
DEFENDERS:
STOP SCORING

224. OBJECTIVES OF THE GAME
ATTACKERS:
SCORE
ADVANCE
DEFENDERS:
STOP SCORING
DELAY

225. OBJECTIVES OF THE GAME
ATTACKERS:
SCORE
ADVANCE
MAINTAIN POSSESSION
DEFENDERS:
STOP SCORING
DELAY

226. OBJECTIVES OF THE GAME
ATTACKERS:
SCORE
ADVANCE
MAINTAIN POSSESSION
DEFENDERS:
STOP SCORING
DELAY
REGAIN POSSESSION

227. OBJECTIVES OF THE GAME
ATTACKERS:
SCORE
ADVANCE
MAINTAIN POSSESSION
DEFENDERS:
STOP SCORING
DELAY
REGAIN POSSESSION

228. PRINCIPLES OF PLAY
ATTACKERS:
DEFENDERS:

229. PRINCIPLES OF PLAY
ATTACKERS:
PENETRATION
DEFENDERS:

230. PRINCIPLES OF PLAY
ATTACKERS:
PENETRATION
DEFENDERS:
DELAY

231. PRINCIPLES OF PLAY
ATTACKERS:
PENETRATION
DEPTH
DEFENDERS:
DELAY

232. PRINCIPLES OF PLAY
ATTACKERS:
PENETRATION
DEPTH
DEFENDERS:
DELAY
DEPTH

233. PRINCIPLES OF PLAY
ATTACKERS:
PENETRATION
DEPTH
MOBILITY
DEFENDERS:
DELAY
DEPTH

234. PRINCIPLES OF PLAY
ATTACKERS:
PENETRATION
DEPTH
MOBILITY
DEFENDERS:
DELAY
DEPTH
BALANCE

235. PRINCIPLES OF PLAY
ATTACKERS:
PENETRATION
DEPTH
MOBILITY
WIDTH
DEFENDERS:
DELAY
DEPTH
BALANCE

236. PRINCIPLES OF PLAY
ATTACKERS:
PENETRATION
DEPTH
MOBILITY
WIDTH
DEFENDERS:
DELAY
DEPTH
BALANCE
CONCENTRATION

237. PRINCIPLES OF PLAY
ATTACKERS:
PENETRATION
DEPTH
MOBILITY
WIDTH
CREATIVITY
DEFENDERS:
DELAY
DEPTH
BALANCE
CONCENTRATION

238. PRINCIPLES OF PLAY
ATTACKERS:
PENETRATION
DEPTH
MOBILITY
WIDTH
CREATIVITY
DEFENDERS:
DELAY
DEPTH
BALANCE
CONCENTRATION
COMPOSURE

239. PRINCIPLES OF PLAY
ATTACKERS:
PENETRATION
DEPTH
MOBILITY
WIDTH
CREATIVITY
DEFENDERS:
DELAY
DEPTH
BALANCE
CONCENTRATION
COMPOSURE

240. In AYSO,
It’s about more
than the game !

241. Continuing Education
• Web sites
– AYSO 1455
• www.laderasoccer.com
– AYSO Area 11-L:
• www.ayso11L.org
– AYSO:
• www.soccer.org
• www.aysohelp.org
– USSF:
• www.ussoccer.com
– FIFA:
• www.fifa.com
• Publications
– AYSO:
• Laws of the Game
• Guidance for Referees and
Coaches
– USSF:
• Advice to Referees on the
Laws of the Game
– FIFA:
• Questions and Answers to
the Laws of the Game