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YOUTH FOOTBALL IN CORNWALL
LET US HELP YOU PREPARE
FOR MATCHDAY!
MATCH DAY EQUIPMENT
Always make sure you have the correct equipment ready for match day
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2 x match footballs of correct size
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Team sheet
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First Aid Kit
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Referee fee (for appointed referee) - HOME TEAM for divisional matches, BOTH TEAMS for cup matches (50/50)
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Bibs or change kit in case of colour clash
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Corner poles and flags (mandatory for corners, but optional for half-way lines)
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Goals, including nets, anchored securely.
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Respect barrier (designated spectator area)
PITCH SETUP
Make sure your pitch is correctly marked according to the Laws of the Game and that lines are clearly visible.
See Match Formats section below.
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Make sure pitch is clear of debris and hazards (e.g. twigs, bottles, cans, dog mess, holes)
If a referee has been appointed, they should do a pitch inspection before the match and inform you of anything that needs attention).
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Respect barrier should be set up down one side of the pitch about 2 yards from the touchline. All spectators must stand behind the barrier.
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Technical Areas (2) should be set up on the opposite side of the pitch for managers/coaches and subs. Maximum of 3 managers/coaches allowed in each technical area (one home, one away).
Parents/spectators should not stand in technical areas.
PLAYER KIT
Player kit should consist of a shirt (numbered), shorts and socks, along with suitable footwear.
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Colours Under League rules laid down by the FA, kit (including that of the goalie) should not be black or very dark to avoid confusion with the referee.
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Shin pads must be worn under the socks. Any player without shin pads will not be allowed to play for safety reasons.
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Colour clash - in cases where the referee decides the colours of the kits of both teams are too close, the home team shall wear a change kit or wear bibs.
MERCY RULE
The League applies the 9-goal mercy rule in age groups from U7 – U11.
Once a team is 9 goals up (e.g. 9-0, 10-1 etc) the game ends.
A discussion should then be held between the Referee and the 2 Managers as to how/if the remaining game time is completed.
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This can include...
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(1) the game ending
(2) the game restarting as a development-friendly
(3) players be moved position etc. Whatever happens, the result is submitted as the 9-goal difference.
REPORTING RESULTS
Managers/coaches should record match results during or after each match, including squad lists and subs.
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Results must be submitted within 48 hours of the match ending.
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Both teams must enter results for all categories.
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Please remember to press the update button before moving on to the next section, also ensure you press the update button before leaving full-time.​​
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Please see this handy guide with step-by-step instructions on how to correctly complete a match report using full-time.
MATCH POSTPONEMENTS
Where a game is postponed due to bad weather or an unplayable pitch both teams must notify the League Secretary via the link below, In this instance, the game will be re-scheduled.
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https://forms.clickup.com/9015696968/f/8cp17j8-2435/QBMUO4LAUAFODWE2XG
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Where a game is not played, and it is one team at fault the game will be awarded to the opposition and not re-scheduled. A fine as per the fines tariff will also be issued. Where the fault is due to both teams the game will be declared Null and Void and both teams fined as per the fines tariff.
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Please see our rules for additional information.
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At the discretion of the League Committee, additional points may also be deducted.​
If you’d like more information about how to prepare for matches, get in touch today.