Region 159 Short Sided Game Program

AYSO has requested all Regions to utilize "Short Sided Games" as a vehicle to provide younger players the opportunity to better develop their soccer skills.   Region 159 implemented Short Sided Games during the Fall 2000 season.

Link to the Region 159 Short Sided Game Summary

WHY SHORT SIDED GAMES?

• To help introduce age appropriate skills and the Laws of the Game to Players and Coaches over time.
• To introduce kids to a team sport, teaching them basic soccer skills and sportsmanship while having FUN.
• Kids get more time / touches on the ball in practices and in games, thereby allowing them to be more involved in the game and better develop their soccer skills.
• It's a way to ease parents into 1st time coaching and refereeing without the pressure.
• To encourage coaches and parents to focus more on learning and less on winning.
• It is in keeping with the recommendations of the AYSO National Organization.