Information
Season Runs: Monday, August 31, 2026 until Saturday, October 17, 2026
GAMES START: Saturday, September 12, 2026
PICTURE DAY: Saturday, September 19, 2029 (PLEASE COME 20-30 mins earlier than your scheduled game time)
LAST GAME of the SESSION: October 17, 2026
2026 YMCA YOUTH SOCCER RULES
PLAYING TIME
All players must receive equal playing time regardless of previous experience or skill level.
Playing time may not be limited by a player’s inability to attend practice.
TEAM SIZE AND COACHES
7 & 8 year old league plays with 7 players per team on the field.
Teams may begin a game with a minimum of 6 players.
Coaches must remain on the sideline assigned to their team
GOALKEEPERS
Ages 7-8 year old leagues may assign one position on the field to play goalkeeper
Goalkeepers must wear the additional goalkeeper marker as provided by the official
Goalkeepers may use their hands, dive and slide within the designated goal box.
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