Palo Alto, CA AYSO 4 v. 4 Tips and Comments

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Coach on the field: Coaches should try to avoid stepping onto the field during the game.
Referees: It's much easier for the coaches if each team provides a referee who has been trained. One referee for two games means one game will have either an untrained parent or a coach to referee. This often leads to a less enjoyable day for the coach or parent who is the referee, and also for the players who may be given an inconsistent set of rules to play by.
Slide tackles: Players in Under-7 and Under-8 are highly unlikely to be able to correctly execute a safe sliding tackle. The kids need to understand that they may hurt the other player, or even themselves. Coaches are expected to explain that staying on your feet gives you the best chance of winning the ball in a challenge. Referees are encouraged to whistle attempted slide tackles as dangerous play.

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