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	Dec. 13 Schedule	AHA South Dome Field Map
January 10, 2026	Maple Grove High School Dome	Jan. 10 Schedule	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.