Recreation & Competition Soccer
Bluffdale, Herriman, Riverton & South Jordan, Utah
Rules
General Rules
Additional Players:
If a team is ahead by 4 goals, then the other team can add one additional field player. The additional player will be taken off the field if his/her team scores. If a team is ahead 6 or more goals, then an additional player will be added. If a team is 8 or more goals ahead, then an additional player will be added. If the losing team does not have additional players, then the winning team should consider taking a player off the field.
NO Cherry Picking!
Copper Mountain Soccer has had it brought to their attention that in more than one game and more than one team have allowed/ taught their players to stand on or near the goal line ( and in some cases behind the goal keeper) of the opposing team throughout the game in order to "cherry-pick" goals from the other team.
While Copper Mountain does not enforce an offside rule at the recreation soccer level in most age groups because it is a more difficult concept for those new to the game to understand, it is important that coaches are trying to teach the rules of the game and respect the proper play of the game. To ensure this, we are implementing a new rule to prevent players from being allowed to play in an off-sides position.
Going forward, it will be the discretion of either coach to ask the referee and/ or for the referee themselves to ask any player who is in an offside position to move back to a "reasonable distance". Reasonable distance will be defined as the offensive player moving back to an on-sides position when asked and a reminder to maintain a position within a couple of feet of the opposing teams defenders. If the defenders move away from the goal, the opposing teams offensive players must also move with them. Any continued infringement of this rule will result in the whistle being blown and an offside call being made. If at any time either coach asks the referee, the referee must oblige their request and move the player/ players back to insure fair play of the game.
The importance of this decision is so that fair play can be achieved and that the players will learn the proper rules and play of the game. Forwards need to learn how to work with their teammates to move the ball up the field, not simply receive the ball and shoot. Defenders need to learn how to support each other and intercept the oncoming attack, not simply sit back and wait to try to stop a shot. Coaches need to help their players learn that proper fundamentals and team play are more valuable than scoring and winning.
If you have already taught this to your players, then this new change will not effect you. If you have not yet explained/ taught this concept to your team then we ask that you take a few minutes before your next game to go over this as it is being implemented effective immediately.
Reminders:
Shin guards must always be worn. Broken legs DO happen!
Soccer cleats or tennis shoes are acceptable. Football, baseball, or any other boot with a toe cleat is not acceptable.
Games MUST be started and ended on time. If the first game is five minutes late, the last game will be 30+ minutes late. 5 minutes before the next game begins, the subsequent game players have the right to enter the field for warmup on the goals.
Parents must be seated on opposite sides of the field.
Please be patient with the volunteer referees. This is not a competition league. We cannot find nor pay for professional referees.
Pre K 3 & Pre K 4 Rules
PreK3 & PreK4 Rules
Field
1) Each field will be marked with white lines:
2) Boundary Line: 35 X 45 yard
3) Goal Area: 4 x 5 yards in front of each goal
4) Center line: Marked at the center of the field
The Ball
1) The ball is a size 3.
Length of Games
1) The game will be played with two 20 minute halves.
2) There will be a 5 minute half-time period. Teams will change side after half-time. The games shall be terminated regardless of the time remaining to accommodate the next game time.
Players
1) Each team will play with three (3) players on the field.
2) Player equipment:
(a) Shin-guards are mandatory and are worn inside the socks.
(b) Footwear can be athletic shoes or soft cleated shoes.
3) Substitution is unlimited and accomplished on the fly as well as on set-plays. The player must come off the field before the substitute may enter the field.
Referee
1) There are NO assigned referees for this age. The coach will help to facilitate and maintain the game (preferably on the field of play)
The Rules of 3 v 3 Soccer
1) The game is started with the ball placed within the center circle. Players of the opposing team must be three (3) yards away when the kick is taken.
2) A goal can be scored directly from the kickoff.
3) Goals can be scored from anywhere, but the ball must pass below the cross-bar and between the goal posts for a goal.
4) When the ball goes wholly across any boundary, the game is restarted with a kick. The ball is awarded to the team opposite of that of the player who last touched the ball.
(a) Over the sideline: The ball is placed on the line where the ball went out.
(b) Over the ENDLINE by the ATTACKING team: The ball is placed anywhere in the goal area.
(c) Over the ENDLINE by the DEFENDING team: The ball is placed in the corner where the ENDLINE meets the SIDELINE.
5) There is no tripping, pushing, punching, holding or kicking an opponent. A player cannot pick-up, hold, stop or propel the ball with his/her hands.
(a) All infringements are punished by the awarding of an INDIRECT FREE KICK (i.e. the ball must touch another player on the field before it enters the goal)
(b) The kick is awarded to the opposite team and is taken from the spot where the foul occurred. If the foul occurred INSIDE the goal area, the ball is placed on the goal line nearest to the spot of the foul.
(c) Players of the opposing team must be a minimum of three (3) yards away from the ball when a free kick is taken.
(d) In any case, A GOAL CANNOT BE SCORED DIRECTLY FROM AN INDIRECT FREE KICK, including out-of-bound free kicks.
(e) NO SLIDE TACKLING ALLOWED.
6) OFFSIDE rule is not used in 3 v 3 soccer.
7) There is no rule on GOAL TENDING in 3 v 3 soccer. However, “GOALTENDING” is highly discouraged and Copper Mountain Rec Soccer strongly recommends the coaches get the goal tenders to come out and play.
8) THERE IS NO HEADING THE BALL at this age. Heading will result in an Indirect Free Kick from that spot
Kindergarten, 1st & 2nd Grade Rules
Kindergarten, 1st & 2nd Grade Rules
Field
1) Each field will be marked with white lines:
2) Boundary Line: 35 X 45 yard
3) Goal Area: 4 x 5 yards in front of each goal
4) Center line: Marked at the center of the field
The Ball
1) The ball is a size 3.
Length of Games
1) The game will be played with two 20 minute halves.
2) There will be a 5 minute half-time period. Teams will change side after half-time. The games shall be terminated regardless of the time remaining to accommodate the next game time.
Players
1) Each team will play with four (4) players on the field.
2) Player equipment:
(a) Shin-guards are mandatory and are worn inside the socks.
(b) Footwear can be athletic shoes or soft cleated shoes.
3) Substitution is unlimited and accomplished on the fly as well as on set-plays. The player must come off the field before the substitute may enter the field.
Referee
1) There are NO assigned referees for this age. The coach will help to facilitate and maintain the game from the sideline.
The Rules of 4 v 4 Soccer
1) The game is started with the ball placed within the center circle. Players of the opposing team must be three (3) yards away when the kick is taken.
2) A goal can be scored directly from the kickoff.
3) Goals can be scored from anywhere, but the ball must pass below the cross-bar and between the goal posts for a goal.
4) When the ball goes wholly across any boundary, the game is restarted with a kick. The ball is awarded to the team opposite of that of the player who last touched the ball.
(a) Over the sideline: The ball is placed on the line where the ball went out.
(b) Over the ENDLINE by the ATTACKING team: The ball is placed anywhere in the goal area.
(c) Over the ENDLINE by the DEFENDING team: The ball is placed in the corner where the ENDLINE meets the SIDELINE.
5) There is no tripping, pushing, punching, holding or kicking an opponent. A player cannot pick-up, hold, stop or propel the ball with his/her hands.
(a) All infringements are punished by the awarding of an INDIRECT FREE KICK (i.e. the ball must touch another player on the field before it enters the goal)
(b) The kick is awarded to the opposite team and is taken from the spot where the foul occurred. If the foul occurred INSIDE the goal area, the ball is placed on the goal line nearest to the spot of the foul.
(c) Players of the opposing team must be a minimum of three (3) yards away from the ball when a free kick is taken.
(d) In any case, A GOAL CANNOT BE SCORED DIRECTLY FROM AN INDIRECT FREE KICK, including out-of-bound free kicks.
(e) NO SLIDE TACKLING ALLOWED.
6) OFFSIDE rule is not used in 3 v 3 soccer.
7) There is no rule on GOAL TENDING in 3 v 3 soccer. However, “GOALTENDING” is highly discouraged and Copper Mountain Rec Soccer strongly recommends the coaches get the goal tenders to come out and play.
8) THERE IS NO HEADING THE BALL at this age. Heading will result in an Indirect Free Kick from that spot
3rd & 4th Grade Rules
3rd & 4th Grade Rules
Field
1) Each field will be marked with white lines:
2) Boundary Line: 45 x 55 yards
3) Goal Area: 5 x 16 yards in front of each goal
4) Penalty Area: 14 x 30 yards
5) Center Circle: 8 yard circumference at the center of the field
The Ball
1) The ball is a size 4.
Length of Games
1) The game will be played with two 25 minute halves.
2) There will be a 5 minute half-time period. Teams will change side after half-time. The games shall be terminated regardless of the time remaining to accommodate the next game time.
Players
1) Each team will play with seven (7) players on the field (6 Field Players and 1 Goalkeeper).
2) Player equipment:
(a) Shin-guards are mandatory and are worn inside the socks.
(b) Footwear can be athletic shoes or soft cleated shoes.
3) Substitution is unlimited and accomplished on the fly as well as on set-plays.
(a) The player must come off the field before the substitute may enter the field.
Referee
1) There are assigned non-certified referees for this age.
(a) FIFA Laws of the Game - Law 5
Decisions of the referee - Decisions will be made to the best of the referee`s ability according to the Laws of the Game and the ‘spirit of the game’ and will be based on the opinion of the referee who has the discretion to take appropriate action within the framework of the Laws of the Game. The decisions of the referee regarding facts connected with play, including whether or not a goal is scored and the result of the match, are final.
The Rules of 7 v 7 Soccer
1) The game is started with the ball placed within the center circle. Players of the opposing team must be eight (8) yards away when the kick is taken.
2) A goal cannot be scored directly from an indirect free kick or throw-in. The ball must touch another player on the field of either team before going into the goal for a goal.
3) A goal can be scored directly from the kickoff.
4) Goals can be scored from anywhere, but the ball must pass below the cross-bar and between the goal posts for a goal.
5) When the ball goes wholly across any boundary, the game is restarted with a throw-in. The ball is awarded to the team opposite of the player who last touched the ball.
(a) Over the sideline: The ball is placed on the line where the ball went out.
(b) Over the ENDLINE by the ATTACKING team: The ball is placed anywhere in the goal area.
(c) Over the ENDLINE by the DEFENDING team: The ball is placed in the corner where the ENDLINE meets the SIDELINE.
6) There is no tripping, pushing, punching, holding or kicking an opponent. A player cannot pick-up, hold, stop or propel the ball with his/her hands.
(a) All infringements are punished by the awarding of an DIRECT FREE KICK.
(b) The kick is awarded to the opposite team and is taken from the spot where the foul occurred.
(c) Players of the opposing team must be a minimum of eight (8) yards away from the ball when a free kick is taken.
(d) If the foul occurred INSIDE the penalty area, a penalty kick is awarded and the ball is placed eight yards from the goal line. All players except the goalkeeper and the player taking the penalty kick must be outside the penalty area and the penalty arc.
7) For offenses such as playing in a dangerous manner, preventing the goal keeper from releasing the ball from his or her hands, impeding the progress of an opponent (obstruction), or commits any other offense for which play is stopped results in an Indirect Free Kick
(a) All infringements are punished by the awarding of an INDIRECT FREE KICK (i.e. the ball must touch another player on the field before it enters the goal)
(b) The kick is awarded to the opposite team and is taken from the spot where the foul occurred.
(c) Players of the opposing team must be a minimum of eight (8) yards away from the ball when a free kick is taken.
(d) A goal cannot be scored directly off of an Indirect Free Kick; it must touch another player from either team to be a goal.
(e) NO SLIDE TACKLING ALLOWED.
8) THERE IS NO HEADING THE BALL at this age. Heading will result in an Indirect Free Kick from that spot
9) Offside rule is not used in 7 v 7 soccer.
(a) Please note the General “Cherry Picking Rule” will be used instead.
10) Goalkeeper rules apply in 7 v 7 soccer.
5th & 6th Grade Rules
5th & 6th Grade Rules
Field
1) Each field will be marked with white lines:
2) Boundary Line: 75 x 47 yards
3) Goal Area: 5 x 10 yards in front of each goal
4) Penalty Area: 16 x 40 yards
5) Center Circle: 8 yard circumference at the center of the field
The Ball
1) The ball is a size 4.
Length of Games
1) The game will be played with two 25 minute halves.
2) There will be a 5 minute half-time period. Teams will change side after half-time. The games shall be terminated regardless of the time remaining to accommodate the next game time.
Players
1) Each team will play with nine (9) players on the field (8 Field Players and 1 Goalkeeper).
2) Player equipment:
(a) Shin-guards are mandatory and are worn inside the socks.
(b) Footwear can be athletic shoes or soft cleated shoes.
3) Substitution is unlimited and accomplished on the fly as well as on set-plays.
(a) The player must come off the field before the substitute may enter the field.
Referee
1) There are assigned non-certified referees for this age.
(a) FIFA Laws of the Game - Law 5
Decisions of the referee - Decisions will be made to the best of the referee`s ability according to the Laws of the Game and the ‘spirit of the game’ and will be based on the opinion of the referee who has the discretion to take appropriate action within the framework of the Laws of the Game. The decisions of the referee regarding facts connected with play, including whether or not a goal is scored and the result of the match, are final.
The Rules of 9 v 9 Soccer
1) The game is started with the ball placed within the center circle. Players of the opposing team must be eight (8) yards away when the kick is taken.
2) A goal cannot be scored directly from an indirect free kick or throw-in. The ball must touch another player on the field of either team before going into the goal for a goal.
3) A goal can be scored directly from the kickoff.
4) Goals can be scored from anywhere, but the ball must pass below the cross-bar and between the goal posts for a goal.
5) When the ball goes wholly across any boundary, the game is restarted with a throw-in. The ball is awarded to the team opposite of the player who last touched the ball.
(a) Over the sideline: The ball is placed on the line where the ball went out.
(b) Over the ENDLINE by the ATTACKING team: The ball is placed anywhere in the goal area.
(c) Over the ENDLINE by the DEFENDING team: The ball is placed in the corner where the ENDLINE meets the SIDELINE.
6) There is no tripping, pushing, punching, holding or kicking an opponent. A player cannot pick-up, hold, stop or propel the ball with his/her hands.
(a) All infringements are punished by the awarding of an DIRECT FREE KICK.
(b) The kick is awarded to the opposite team and is taken from the spot where the foul occurred.
(c) Players of the opposing team must be a minimum of eight (8) yards away from the ball when a free kick is taken.
(d) If the foul occurred INSIDE the penalty area, a penalty kick is awarded and the ball is placed eight yards from the goal line. All players except the goalkeeper and the player taking the penalty kick must be outside the penalty area and the penalty arc.
7) For offenses such as playing in a dangerous manner, preventing the goal keeper from releasing the ball from his or her hands, impeding the progress of an opponent (obstruction), or commits any other offense for which play is stopped results in an Indirect Free Kick
(a) All infringements are punished by the awarding of an INDIRECT FREE KICK (i.e. the ball must touch another player on the field before it enters the goal)
(b) The kick is awarded to the opposite team and is taken from the spot where the foul occurred.
(c) Players of the opposing team must be a minimum of eight (8) yards away from the ball when a free kick is taken.
(d) A goal cannot be scored directly off of an Indirect Free Kick; it must touch another player from either team to be a goal.
(e) NO SLIDE TACKLING ALLOWED.
8) THERE IS NO HEADING THE BALL at this age. Heading will result in an Indirect Free Kick from that spot
9) Offside rule is not used in 9 v 9 soccer.
(a) Please note the General “Cherry Picking Rule” will be used instead.
10) Goalkeeper rules apply in 9 v 9 soccer.
Middle School Rules
Middle School Rules
Field
1) Each field will be marked with white lines:
2) Boundary Line: 60-70 x 90-110 yards
3) Goal Area: 6 x 20 yards in front of each goal
4) Penalty Area: 18 x 44 yards
5) Center Circle: 10 yard circumference at the center of the field
The Ball
1) The ball is a size 5.
Length of Games
1) The game will be played with two 30 minute halves.
2) There will be a 5 minute half-time period. Teams will change side after half-time. The games shall be terminated regardless of the time remaining to accommodate the next game time.
Players
1) Each team will play with eleven (11) players on the field. (10 field players and 1 goalkeeper)
2) Player equipment:
(a) Shin-guards are mandatory and are worn inside the socks.
(b) Footwear can be athletic shoes or soft cleated shoes.
3) Substitution is unlimited and accomplished on the fly as well as on set-plays.
(a) The player must come off the field before the substitute may enter the field.
Referee
1) There are assigned non-certified referees for this age.
(a) FIFA Laws of the Game - Law 5
Decisions of the referee - Decisions will be made to the best of the referee`s ability according to the Laws of the Game and the ‘spirit of the game’ and will be based on the opinion of the referee who has the discretion to take appropriate action within the framework of the Laws of the Game. The decisions of the referee regarding facts connected with play, including whether or not a goal is scored and the result of the match, are final.
The Rules of 7 v 7 Soccer
1) The game is started with the ball placed within the center circle. Players of the opposing team must be eight (8) yards away when the kick is taken.
2) A goal cannot be scored directly from an indirect free kick or throw-in. The ball must touch another player on the field of either team before going into the goal for a goal.
3) A goal can be scored directly from the kickoff.
4) Goals can be scored from anywhere, but the ball must pass below the cross-bar and between the goal posts for a goal.
5) When the ball goes wholly across any boundary, the game is restarted with a throw-in. The ball is awarded to the team opposite of the player who last touched the ball.
(a) Over the sideline: The ball is placed on the line where the ball went out.
(b) Over the ENDLINE by the ATTACKING team: The ball is placed anywhere in the goal area.
(c) Over the ENDLINE by the DEFENDING team: The ball is placed in the corner where the ENDLINE meets the SIDELINE.
6) There is no tripping, pushing, punching, holding or kicking an opponent. A player cannot pick-up, hold, stop or propel the ball with his/her hands.
(a) All infringements are punished by the awarding of an DIRECT FREE KICK.
(b) The kick is awarded to the opposite team and is taken from the spot where the foul occurred.
(c) Players of the opposing team must be a minimum of eight (8) yards away from the ball when a free kick is taken.
(d) If the foul occurred INSIDE the penalty area, a penalty kick is awarded and the ball is placed eight yards from the goal line. All players except the goalkeeper and the player taking the penalty kick must be outside the penalty area and the penalty arc.
7) For offenses such as playing in a dangerous manner, preventing the goal keeper from releasing the ball from his or her hands, impeding the progress of an opponent (obstruction), or commits any other offense for which play is stopped results in an Indirect Free Kick
(a) All infringements are punished by the awarding of an INDIRECT FREE KICK (i.e. the ball must touch another player on the field before it enters the goal)
(b) The kick is awarded to the opposite team and is taken from the spot where the foul occurred.
(c) Players of the opposing team must be a minimum of eight (8) yards away from the ball when a free kick is taken.
(d) A goal cannot be scored directly off of an Indirect Free Kick; it must touch another player from either team to be a goal.
(e) NO SLIDE TACKLING ALLOWED.
8) Offside rule is used in 11 v 11 soccer.
9) Goalkeeper rules apply in 11 v 11 soccer.
Game Rescheduling
It has always been our Club's policy that the game goes on UNLESS lightning is present. Field closures due to weather will be posted and head coaches will be notified by email. Coaches or referees will typically make the call to cancel a game due to adverse weather conditions. If you decide to cancel the game, you must contact the opposing coach. Reschedules will not be accommodated due to a no-show. If your game is officiated by our referees, you will need to request a reschedule 3-5 days prior to the originally scheduled game start date. All reschedules should adhere to the following procedures:
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Contact the opposing coach to determine two mutually suitable dates for the rescheduled game.
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Contact Ted at ted@coppermountainsoccer.com to determine if a field is available and to get the field reserved for the new date.
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If applicable, Ted will notify the referee coordinator to reschedule the referees.
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Both coaches will be notified once the game is officially rescheduled.
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High School Rules
High School Rules
Field
Length: 50-60 yards
Width: 40-45 yards
Penalty area 48 x 24 feet
Penalty kick mark: 24 feet
The Ball
1) The ball is a size 5.
Length of Games
1) The game will be played with two 25 minute halves.
2) There will be a 5 minute half-time period. Teams will change side after half-time. The games shall be terminated regardless of the time remaining to accommodate the next game time.
Players
1) Each team will play with 6 (6) players on the field. (5 field players and 1 goalkeeper)
2) Player equipment:
(a) Shin-guards are mandatory and are worn inside the socks.
(b) Footwear can be athletic shoes or soft cleated shoes.
3) Substitution is unlimited and accomplished on the fly as well as on set-plays.
(a) The player must come off the field before the substitute may enter the field.
Referee
1) There are NO assigned referees for this age.
The Rules of 7 v 7 Soccer
1) The game is started with the ball placed within the center circle. Players of the opposing team must be eight (8) yards away when the kick is taken.
2) A goal cannot be scored directly from an indirect free kick or throw-in. The ball must touch another player on the field of either team before going into the goal for a goal.
3) A goal can be scored directly from the kickoff.
4) Goals can be scored from anywhere, but the ball must pass below the cross-bar and between the goal posts for a goal.
5) When the ball goes wholly across any boundary, the game is restarted with a throw-in. The ball is awarded to the team opposite of the player who last touched the ball.
(a) Over the sideline: The ball is placed on the line where the ball went out.
(b) Over the ENDLINE by the ATTACKING team: The ball is placed anywhere in the goal area.
(c) Over the ENDLINE by the DEFENDING team: The ball is placed in the corner where the ENDLINE meets the SIDELINE.
6) Fouls and misconduct: Coaches must call fouls.
(a) A player who intentionally commits any of the offenses penalized by direct free kick, are the same as in 11-A-Side soccer. Including penalty area and penalty kick.
(b) There is no tripping, pushing, punching, holding or kicking an opponent. A player cannot pick-up, hold, stop or propel the ball with his/her hands.
(c) All infringements are punished by the awarding of an DIRECT FREE KICK.
(d) The kick is awarded to the opposite team and is taken from the spot where the foul occurred.
(e) Players of the opposing team must be a minimum of eight (8) yards away from the ball when a free kick is taken.
(f) If the foul occurred INSIDE the penalty area, a penalty kick is awarded and the ball is placed eight yards from the goal line. All players except the goalkeeper and the player taking the penalty kick must be outside the penalty area and the penalty arc.
7) For offenses such as playing in a dangerous manner, preventing the goal keeper from releasing the ball from his or her hands, impeding the progress of an opponent (obstruction), or commits any other offense for which play is stopped results in an Indirect Free Kick
(a) All infringements are punished by the awarding of an INDIRECT FREE KICK (i.e. the ball must touch another player on the field before it enters the goal)
(b) The kick is awarded to the opposite team and is taken from the spot where the foul occurred.
(c) Players of the opposing team must be a minimum of eight (8) yards away from the ball when a free kick is taken.
(d) A goal cannot be scored directly off of an Indirect Free Kick; it must touch another player from either team to be a goal.
(e) NO SLIDE TACKLING ALLOWED.
8) Offside rule is used same as 11 v 11 soccer.
9) Goalkeeper rules apply same as 11 v 11 soccer.
(10) Ball in and out of play and methods of scoring: same as 11-A-Side soccer
Free Kicks:
Are classified under “direct” or “indirect” the same as 11-A-Side soccer.
Procedures for taking a free kick are about the same as 11-A-Side soccer, except when the free kick is taken, all of the opposing players shall be 16 feet from the ball.
Penalty kicks:
A penalty kick shall be taken from the penalty mark (24 feet). Same rules, procedures and technicalities as 11-A-Side soccer. Goal keeper on the line, distance of players to the ball, touches of the ball by a player, extension of time at half time, and at the end of the game, etc.
Goal clearance (NO GOAL KICKS)
· Ball going off the field of play for a goal clearance is the same as 11-a-side soccer for goal kicks.
· The goal clearance is taken by a goalkeeper anywhere inside of his own penalty area. The ball is put back into play from the goalkeepers hands.
· The ball shall be deemed in play as soon as it has been passed outside the penalty area.
· The goal clearance is deemed to be correct when the ball has been touched by another player outside of the penalty area, or when it has touched within the respective goal keeper’s own half of the field. The players of the opposing team shall remain outside the penalty area until the ball has been thrown beyond the penalty area
Individual tactical functional play
It is important that the coach makes his/her players understand offensive and defensive movements and responsibilities at every position. Because the field is smaller and there are fewer players, all players should be trained to be “two-way” players, participating fully in both attack and defense.
Individual player positions and responsibilities:
Goalkeeper: The only player, who can use his hands, provided he is in his own penalty area. His main responsibility is to stop shots, breakaways, and to stop the ball from going into the goal. He/she may also participate in the attack through his/her distribution or as a support field player.
Defenders: The role of a 6-A-Side defender is:
To stop the other team’s forwards from scoring
To contribute to the attack with accurate passing and shooting
To make creative, penetrating runs
Wing Players: Must be “two-way” players, effective in attacking and defending. These players must have good endurance for transition play.
Forwards: Their primary job is to score goals. Taking shots, making passes, making assists and dribbling the ball against defenders. They also try to maintain ball possession and help out with defending.
Note: For the purpose of winning, the team formation, match-ups, special assignments, score in relationship to the time of the game, and individual strengths and weaknesses, are some of the major considerations for selecting appropriate tactics and strategies by the coach during a competitive game.