| Terms & Definitions
Throw-in
When the ball is kicked out-of–bounds along the sideline, the game is restarted with a "throw-in." The team that last touched the ball loses possession, and the other team takes the "throw-in."
Goal Kick
When the attacking team kicks the ball out-of-bounds beyond the goal line, the opposing team is awarded a free kick, called a "Goal Kick." The kick is made by the defending team and can be made anywhere from inside the goal area. The players on the team that kicked the ball out-of-bounds must stay out of the goal area and a least 5 yards away from the kicker.
Note: Teach your players how to line-up to take a "Goal Kick." If it’s your kick, have them take positions toward the sides of the field toward the middle, not the center of the field. If you are defending the kick, your players should "mark" the opposing players trying to position themselves between the ball and the "marked" player. The defending players must also be outside the goal area and at least 5 yards from the kicker.
Corner Kick
When the defending team kicks the beyond its own line, the attacking team is awarded a corner kick from the arc in the "corner." During the kick , defensive players must be at least 5 yards from the kicker.
Note: Teach your players how to line up to take a corner kick. Offensive players should be in front of the goal, but not to close or inside. The corner kick should be a hard kick aimed about 6 yards in front of the goal, so other players) can take a shot on goal. To defend a corner kick, defensive players cover the offensive team’s players in front of the goal and clear the ball to the sides.
Start of Play
If you wish, designate different cocaptain each game.
A coin toss determines which team kicks-off. Home team coach flips coin (alternatively pick a number).
Defensive players must be at least 5 yards from the ball when lining up.
Alternate kick-off each quarter.
Fun
Primary objective for the kids and coaches). Good luck with the parents.
Summary Information for Peters Township Coaches
Misc. soccer terms:
Win the Ball - take possession from an opponent
Attacking - The offensive activity of a team
Touch line - side line
Chip pass - Ball kicked into the air intending to go over an opponent
Far bar - The vertical post of the goal farthest away from the ball
Near Bar - The vertical post of the goal nearest away from the ball
Tackle - Steal the ball
Drop the ball - To pass to a player following the player with the ball
Square pass - A pass to a player beside the player with the ball
trail - To follow a teammate in possession of the ball
Through pass - A pass up field between two opponents
Push Pass - a pass using the inside of the foot
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