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Offsides (11). U.S. Soccer Federation Referee Program Grade 9 Referee Course Small Sided and Recreational Youth Training. Position. Offside position Nearer to the opponent’s goal line than the ball Nearer to the opponent’s goal line than the second to last opponent
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Offsides (11) U.S. Soccer Federation Referee Program Grade 9 Referee Course Small Sided and Recreational Youth Training
Position • Offside position • Nearer to the opponent’s goal line than the ball • Nearer to the opponent’s goal line than the second to last opponent • Not in your own half of the field
Remember!!!!! Offside Position is NOT a crime
To have an Offense All three factors must be present! • In an offside position • At the moment the ball touches a teammate • Become involved in active play (More on this later!)
Exceptions Offside Position? Goal Kick Corner Kick Throw In Yes Offside Offense? NO!!!
Review Question To be in an offside position, a player must be which of the following? • Nearer to the opponent’s goal line than the ball • Nearer to the opponent’s goal line than the second to last defender • In the opponent’s half of the field • All of the above
Review Question Should a player always be penalized for being in an offside position? • Yes • No A THOUSAND TIMES NO!!!!
Review Question A player cannot be punished for being offside position if he or she receives the ball directly from which of the following? • Corner kick • Goal kick • Throw-in • All of the above