Junior Football (10-13 years)

MFC GUIDELINES

  • Opportunities to refine technical skills and develop further game knowledge with increasing number of teammates
  • Develop confidence as a vital ingredient for future participation and performance
  • Leagues are introduced at this stage, however emphasis is on learning opportunities and fun
  • Speed and agility are the key physical qualities to develop in every training session

GAME DAY 10th and 11th Grade

  • 7v7
  • Goalkeepers
  • Retreating line (3rd of pitch) - refer to NZF Retreating Line link above

GAME DAY 12th to 13th Grade

  • 9v9
  • Goalkeepers
  • Retreating line (3rd of pitch) - refer to NZF Retreating Line link above

More information from NRF on 10th and 11th grades https://www.sporty.co.nz/asset/downloadasset?id=b5e0915f-132d-4886-9aed-04ca5642f147

More information from NRF on 12th and 13th grades   https://www.sporty.co.nz/asset/downloadasset?id=78100ccc-3706-4d8f-9738-c41379fb7a0c