timetoplay9s

Always good to here different ideas for development. This was tried around 6 years ago and was put forward to a number of associations,and only a few took up 9 v 9,most wanted 11v11.Last year the English FA took up 9v9 not compulsory, teams have the option, works well if pathway clear on size of parks/goals and formations and age you start and finish? (age 11-12 ?).I was fortunate to see this last summer and was great to see with the above in place. If associations don't go with 9 v 9 you have issues if playing other teams from other areas... At pro-youth (12s)last 6 months of bringing 11aside park in 5/10 yards from side, development goals to six yard line. I agree big park to big a step for kids before age of 12. Like to say everyone loves to win but development is important... as many touches on ball!