Question Number: 14904

Law 18 - Common Sense 2/26/2007

RE: rec Under 9

BUDAWG of Richmond, Indiana USA asks...

how is a goalie supposed to throw the ball bac into the field of play, by rolling it or throwing with one or two hands behind there head,or a one hand throw as hard as they can throw it.

Answer provided by Referee Ben Mueller

The keeper can release it any way he/she wants.

Answer provided by Referee Keith Contarino

All of the above are fine. He can also kick it.

Answer provided by Referee Gary Voshol

She could hike it between her legs like a pointy-ball center if she wanted. Although that might be viewed as unnecessary showboating.

I know where you're coming from. At U9 the players are beginning to learn new techniques. I think every ref who does U-little soccer games has at one time or another wanted to call a "bad throw-in" when the keeper learns there's more than one way to throw a ball.

Answer provided by Referee Richard Dawson

Any way she gets the most distance and best accuracy is fine!Technique is a coaches responsibility the violations of law are ours ! Cheers