TCSL Fives

8U play dates to better prepare players for 9U

Teams should expect to play 2 matches within a 2 or 3 hour block. Dates/locations subject to change.

WINTER 2025-26 DATES & Schedules

Date	Location	Schedule	Field Map(s)
December 13, 2025	Academy of Holy Angels South Dome	Expected 10-14 days before event	AHA South Dome Field Map
January 10, 2026	Maple Grove High School Dome	Expected 10-14 days before event	MGHS Dome Field Map
February 14, 2026	Academy of Holy Angels South Dome	Expected 10-14 days before event	AHA South Dome Field Map
February 28, 2026	Maple Grove High School Dome	Expected 10-14 days before event	MGHS Dome Field Map

Provide fun, energetic, introductory program for these crucial ages.

Format

“Match Day” Format
All games will be played 5v5 – 4 field players + Goalkeeper
2×20 minute halves
Each team plays two (2) matches
Matches completed within 2-hour window as much as possible to make this program family centric

Retention

Retain players at 9U that are better prepared with a better developed skillset.

Rules

Size 3 ball size.

Restarts per Laws of the Game (throw-ins, corner kicks, etc.).

Build-out line in effect (use midfield).

No offside.

All free kicks are “direct”.

No punting

No heading.

Age-appropriate game model

8U soccer should be its own brand and should not be a mini-version of older-aged soccer.

Standards

Support clubs by having a standards-driven experience for these young players.

Referees

Referee mentoring and development opportunities for first-year or second-year referees.