GAWSA SEVEN-A-SIDE SOCCER RULES

 

FIFA’s Laws of the Game will used with the following modifications.

1.  Games will consist of 30 minute halves.

2.  Goals and fields will be modified.

3.  No off sides.

4.  The goalkeeper may no punt or dropkick the ball and she must release the ball within seven seconds of possessing it.

5.  Unlimited substitution on the fly.

6.  The penalty spot is 10 yards from the goal.

7.  All kicks are indirect. When a free kick is taken, all opposing players must be at least 5 yards from the ball.

8.  Goal kicks must be taken within 5 yards of the goal.

9.  Any indirect free kick awarded to the attacking team within its opponents’ penalty area shall be taken from the part of the penalty area line which runs parallel to the goal line at the point to where the offense was committed.

10.  At least 5 players are needed to start the game.

11.  Passes back to the goalkeeper are allowed.

12.  You may play on more than one team within your division.