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Question Number: 21254

Law 7 - Match Duration 5/2/2009

RE: Acadamy Under 10

Susan high of Austin, Texas Usa asks...

How long are the halfs for 9 year olds?

Answer provided by Referee Michelle Maloney

According to the STYSA Rules of Play, the playing time for U10's is 25 minute halves - this should include the academy teams.

Here is the URL for the rules:
http://www.stxsoccer.org/docs/6_General%20Rules_2_9_09.pdf

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Answer provided by Referee Ben Mueller

Usually 25 minutes, but this can change per league. Sometimes local policies will override here.

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