Tri-City U8 Playoffs

1. Game Format

Category Details

Age Group              Under 8

Players on               Field7v7 (6 field players + 1 GK)

Game Length          2 × 20-minute halves

Halftime                  5 minutes

Ball Size                  Size 4

Offside Rule:           Build-out line offside

2. Playoff Game Results

Quarterfinals, Semifinals, Consolation Matches

• If tied after regulation:
• No overtime
• Goes directly to 5-player penalty kicks
• If still tied → sudden death PKs

Championship Final Only

PhaseDetailsIf tied after 40 minTwo 5-minute overtime periods (10 total)Overtime FormatFull periods — no golden goalIf still tied after OT5-player penalty kicksStill tied after PKsSudden-death PKs

3. Penalty Kick Rules

• Each team selects 5 players (may include goalkeeper).
• Teams alternate shots.
• If tied after 5 → one-for-one sudden death.
• All players must shoot before any player takes a second shot (if it continues).

4. Build-Out Line Rules

• Used to enforce offside and goalkeeper possession.
• Opponents must drop behind the build-out line for goal kicks or when GK has the ball.
• Goalkeeper must release the ball by throw, roll, or pass — no punting or drop-kicks.

5. Substitutions

• Unlimited, at any stoppage with referee approval.
• Every player should play at least 50% of match time when roster size allows.