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Sportsmanship
We facilitate the development
of strength and character in every child that participates.
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TSi Premier FC |
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Core Values |
| Sportsmanship |
| Teamwork |
| Character |
| Discipline |
| Dedication |
| Development |
to accelerate the growth of players in the region.
The TSi Premier FC program sponsored by The Soccer Institute shares our full commitment to provide a positive influence in the lives of our players.
We welcome all children, regardless of race, creed or national origin.
TSi is pleased to provide a service to our local community by offering a healthy outlet where every child and young athlete can pursue their athletic goals
and development in preparation of play in a premier club, HS, and college.
TSi Summer CAMPS and Training Programs are open to players from all across the US.
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High School Teams...
Chris Sawicki - Cal
Was told he wasn't fast enough to play division I soccer.....
He started for four years and led Cal to a school record #2 rank and the 7th best defense in the nation in 1999 under Coach Mallon !
COLLEGE SOCCER
Soccer Field
US Youth Soccer Field Dimensions
Sound of Music Field - Austria
Adult Soccer Field Dimensions:
The optimum size is 75 yards (68.58m) by 120 yards (109.73m).
Rules: The field of play shall be rectangular. Width shall not exceed the length.
The width shall not be more than 80 yards (73.15M) nor less than 65 yards (59.44m)
The length shall not be more than 120 yards (109.72m) nor less than 110 yards (100.58m).
| Age | Field Width | Field Length |
| Youth | Min - Maximum | Min - Maximum |
| U6 - U7 | (15 - 20 yards) | (25 - 30 yards) |
| U8 | (20 - 25 yards) | (30 - 40 yards) |
| U9 | (30 - 35 yards) | (40 - 50 yards) |
| U10 | (40 - 50 yards) | (60 - 70 yards) |
| U11 | (40 - 50 yards) | (70 - 80 yards) |
| U12 | (40 - 55 yards) | (100 - 105 yards) |
| U13 | (50 - 60 yards) | (100 - 110 yards) |
| Adult | (65 - 80 yards) | (110 - 120 yards) |
| International | (70 - 80 yards) | (110 - 120 yards) |
Youth Soccer Field Diagrams and Dimensions
| U10 Field Diagram | Click here |
| U8 Field Diagram | Click here |
Adult Field Diagram
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US Youth Soccer Goal Dimensions |
| Age | Goal Size | Goal Size |
| Youth | Minimum | Maximum |
| U6 - U7 | 4.5' H x 9' W | 6.5' H x 12' W |
| U8 | 4.5' H x 9' W | 6.5' H x 12' W |
| U9 | 6.5' H x 12' W | 6.5' H x 18.5' W |
| U10 | 6.5' H x 18.5' W | 7' H x 21' W |
| U11 | 6.5' H x 18.5' W | 8' H x 24' W |
| U12 | 7' H x 21' W | 8' H x 24' W |
| U13 | 8' H x 24' W | 8' H x 24' W |
| Adult | 8' H x 24' W | 8' H x 24' W |
| International | 8' H x 24' W | 8' H x 24' W |
God....Please make the Goals small today..and bless the goal posts!
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US Youth Players and Ball Size |
| Age | Players per team | Ball |
| Youth | Recommended* | Size |
| U6 - U7 | 3 v 3 | 3 |
| U8 | 4 v 4 | 3 |
| U9 | 6 v 6 | 4 |
| U10 | 8 v 8 | 4 |
| U11 | 9 v 9 | 4 |
| U12 | 11 v 11 | 4 |
| U13 | 11 v 11 | 5 |
| Adult | 11 v 11 | 5 |
| International | 11 v 11 | 5 |
| *Leagues vary. Check local rules |
The Soccer Institute - website Tips
The main links on our site pages Top Row are for the TSi Training Center headquarters in Ohio.
The main links on our site pages Bottom Row are for our national soccer audience.
We invite you to read the About Us page to learn more about The Soccer Institute and our developmental soccer programs and services offered at the TSi National Training Center campus headquarters in Ohio.
We welcome your comments and suggestions. You can contribute opinions, content, or cool links that you like to: info@TheSoccerInstitute.com or use the FEEDBACK FORM.
A - Z Guide: Soccer Institute Reference click here
Age Chart - US Youth Soccer Player age chart U9 - U18 for 2008 - 2009 Season Click here
Associations - National / International Associations (USSF, USYS, NSCAA, FIFA, UEFA) Click here
Associations - State Associations. Click here
College Men's - Links to college Men's Soccer programs and rankings. Coming soon !
College Women's - Links to college Women's Soccer programs and rankings. Coming soon !
Field - Diagrams, Dimensions (Adult & Youth), Fun Fields.
Goals - Dimensions (Adult & Youth), Safety Tips, buying guide.
Rules - Youth, College, Professional, International, and Referee Sites.
Tournaments - Tournament directory and links. Coming Soon !
Trivia - Links to college Men's Soccer programs and rankings. Coming soon !
Video - Soccer skills video, juggling, music video, international stars... Click here
The Soccer Institute conducts independent research and provides reviews of soccer products.
Before You Buy ...... Check with TSi ....for our soccer consumer report.
Before you buy new goals, gadgets, uniforms, footwear, training or coaching materials...
Check with TSi for product reviews and our recommendations of the most reputable soccer manufacturers and companies for equipment and apparel. Balls, Shoes, Uniforms, Camps, Coaching materials, Magazine subscriptions, Mail order products, online Internet vendors and soccer sites.
High School Team Camps
The Soccer Institute training center 35 miles from Cleveland, OH hosts camps.
TSi specializes in TEAM CAMPS.
Residential Soccer Camps for club and High School TEAMS !