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Small-sided Games - updated April 1, 2004
National Small-sided games update
International SSG update

On January 19, 2003, Small-sided games was formally adopted by the Nebraska State Soccer Association Board of Directors. In Spring 2004, US Youth Soccer introduced standard rules and regulations, which were adopted by the Nebraska State Soccer Association on April 18, 2004.

To view the Rules and Addendum for each age group click on the respective link below. The table also shows the number of players for Fall 2004 season which is year two of the three-year implementation process. The U10 and U8 age groups have the rules listed for when implementation is completed. No changes are in place for 2004; however, leagues and clubs may choose to adopt small-sided games rules and regulations early so make sure you are aware of the rules under which your games will be played.

Be aware that National Rules state no more than twice the number of players on the field may be rostered to any particular team. For U11/U12 (8v8), that means the maximum roster size is sixteen players.

Rules and Regulations for SSG
Age Group
Number of Players
U11/U12
8 v 8
U9/U10
6 v 6
U7/U8
5 v 5
U5/U6
3 v 3

**Refer to FIFA Laws when it says "Conforms to FIFA"
FIFA Laws of the Game


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