APL – Match Rules

1) 4 x10 min quarters – This allows for subs to be made at the end of each quarter so that we can maximise playing time for all children

2) Pitch is a 5 aside pitch (40 x 30 yards)

3) Roll on roll off subs – This allows for players to have a break if feeling tired and allows managers to rotate and give players game time

4) Retreat from goal Kicks – Players have to return to their own half from goal kicks

5) Throw ins, not kick ins

6) Corners are allowed, but not headers. Promote short corners instead

7) Use the PowerPlay rule – If a team is winning by 4 or more goals, allow for the opposition to put an extra player on. When it goes down to a 2 goal advantage then take the player off.

8) Make sure to use all the mantras, control, look, pass & move to help our kids develop, these can be done by mangers on the side line as well as referees

9) Remember these are internal practice matches, and so non competitive, so above all make sure everyone is having fun and enjoying their S4K experience.

10) Provide all of your parents with the link to the SPL website, or tell them to find it on the tips and tricks section on their S4K app strikerspremierleague.leaguerepublic.com 

Materials and Assets:

https://www.s4kleagues.co.uk/

Rule Sheet Dropbox; S4K Network Partner Resources > Products and Services > Skills Classes > APL > APL Rules.pdf

S4K University:

S4K Football Academy U7 & U8s