Ambassador Safety Award Step 5

For Step 5 I looked into soccer safety based on the IFAB's (governing body of soccer) rules. I compiled the below list.

• Rules

• All jewelry must be removed

• Players are inspected before play begins to ensure no dangerous equipment or jewelry

• Prohibits excessive force

• Charging

• Jumping at

• Kicking or attempts to kick

• Pushing

• Striking or attempts of striking (including head butts)

• Tackling or challenging

• Tripping or attempts of tripping

• Prohibits holding other players or impeding them with contact

• Prohibits playing in a dangerous manner

• Goalies can’t be challenged when they have control of the ball

• Training

• Preseason condition

• Reduces risk of injuries such as torn ACL

• Limit number of headers practiced

• Stretch before every practice or game

• Safety Equipment

• Shin Guards

• Goalie Gloves for goalies (not required)

• Sports Goggles for people with impaired vision (not required)

• Mouthguards (not required)

• Goal posts secured down

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