the players ’ equipment (4)
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The Players ’ Equipment (4). U.S. Soccer Federation Referee Program Grade 9 Referee Course Small Sided and Recreational Youth Training. Requirements “5 S”. All players – including Goalkeeper Shoes Shin guards Socks Shorts (GK-pants) Shirt (different color for GK) All must be SAFE. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
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The Players’ Equipment (4)
U.S. Soccer Federation Referee ProgramGrade 9 Referee CourseSmall Sided and Recreational Youth Training
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Requirements “5 S”All players – including Goalkeepero Shoeso Shin guardso Sockso Shorts (GK-pants)o Shirt (different color
for GK)o All must be SAFE
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Safe Shoes“Safe” means doesn’t endanger other playersTactical advantage is irrelevant (i.e. slippery)
Acceptable Not AcceptableSoccer cleats (Metal studs OK if not sharp/damaged)
Baseball cleats
Turfs Golf shoesSneakers Football cleatsBedroom slippers High heels
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Other Considerationo Socks cover the shinguardso Shinguards offer reasonable protectiono Cold weather gloves, knit hats, etc. Use
common sense.o Glasses – allowed if prescription.
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Other Itemso Jewelry is not allowedo Including cloth, plastic, rubber, etc. (No
“Livestrong” bracelets)oNo covering items with tape
o Medical & religious items exceptedoMust be made safe
o If leagues have special rules – referee must enforce
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Review QuestionWhich of the following are required pieces of equipment that all players must wear?
o Shoeso Shin guards and sockso Shorts and shirto All of the above
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Review QuestionAre goalkeepers required to wear the same equipment as other players?
o Yeso No
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Review QuestionAre goalkeepers required to have a different color jersey from the rest of their teammates?
o Yeso No
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Review QuestionAre players allowed to wear earrings so long as they are completely taped over?
o Yes
oNo (hint)
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Review QuestionWho is responsible for ensuring the players’ equipment is safe for play?
o Refereeo Both team captains