As a result of the recently released Football Federation Australia (FFA) National Curriculum (which aims to provide national guidance; and an integrated and consistent approach to the development of players and coaches throughout the country) and feedback received from the football community, Optus Small-Sided Football has had undergone a number of changes for the 2010 season and beyond.
Further details are available in the attached letter to all Clubs. Click here to read
To assist in understanding these changes and the Optus Small Sided Football concept as a whole, FFA have provided the following educational resources to assist in the communication of this message in preparation for the 2010 season which will include handbooks, flyers and posters.
Handbook
Click here for an outline of the background to the implementation of Optus Small Sided Football as well as Codes of Behaviour, Frequently Asked Question’s, Laws, Playing Conditions and Implementation Tips.
Note: Please note that in a change to the above Handbook and as per Memo 09-63 Implementation of Small Sided Football for 2010, Football Brisbane will remain with the original implementation plan for the various age groups for Small Sided Football (SSF). This means that in 2010 only U10 teams will be introduced to SSF. The following year, 2011 will see the final age group, the U11 teams incorporated into SSF.
In summary
2010
- U6 & U7 teams play 4 v 4 on a 30m x 20m field in 2 x 15 minute halves.
- U8 & U9 teams play 7 v 7 on a min 40m x 30m – max 50m x 40m field in 2 x 20 minute halves
U10 teams play 9 v 9 on a min 60m x 40m – max 70m x 50m field in 2 x 25 minute halves
U11 teams will continue to play on the full size field.
2011
- U11 teams play 9 v 9 on a min 60m x 40m – max 70m x 50m field in 2 x 30 minute halves.
- U12 teams will continue to play on the full size field.
Parent Information Flyer
Click here for an outline of the implementation and philosophy of Optus Small Sided Football for Optus Small Sided Football Team suitable distribution to Coaches and Parents of Optus Small Sided Football players.
Poster
Click here for a poster that can be displayed at club fields or other places of interest to communicate the message about Optus Small Sided Football.
Game Leader Resource (U6 to U7)
Click here for a simplified description of all the laws of the game, and some useful tips for game leaders on how to effectively run the game and make it an enjoyable experience for all players.
Instructing Referee Resource (U8 to U10)
Click here for a simplified description of all the laws of the game, and some useful tips for instructing referees on how to effectively run the game and make it an enjoyable experience for all players.
Laws of the Game
Click here for a comprehensive list of all the laws of OSSF for Under 6 to U10 age groups.
Other Resources
A dedicated Optus Small Sided Football website has been established, http://www.smallsidedfootball.com.au/ and will be a place for children and parents to get lots of information and have lots of fun with Optus Small Sided Football now and throughout the season.