U7 · U8 · MINI SOCCER
U7s &U8s
Mini-soccer in its purest form — small pitches, small teams and big smiles.
Safeguarding Notice
Players in the U7–U8 squad are minors. In line with FA safeguarding policy we do not publish individual player names, personal details or identifying photographs. Group and match action photos are shared only with parental consent. Every coach holds a current DBS check and FA Safeguarding Children certification.
FA Future Fit
This squad plays to the FA's Youth Development Review format — right pitch, right ball, right number of players — so every child gets maximum touches and enjoyment.
Age Group
U7–U8
FA Format
5v5
Ball Size
Size 3
Match Length
2 x 20 minutes
Training
Saturday 9:00am
Match Day
Saturday — non-competitive fixtures
Pitch size: Max 40 x 30 yards
Coaching focus
Individual skill and enjoyment. Sessions focus on dribbling, first touch, 1v1 and 2v2 games. The FA does not publish league tables at this age — results are secondary to development and fun.
Coaching team
- James Cleator (U8s Manager)
All coaches: FA qualified · DBS checked · Safeguarding certified.
The FA Respect Programme
Support the child, not the score.
Parents & carers
Stay behind the designated spectator line. Encourage every player — ours and theirs. No coaching from the touchline, and no comments to the referee.
Players
Play fair, play to the whistle, shake hands at full time. Speak to the referee through the captain only. Win humbly, lose with grace.
Coaches
Fair minutes for every child. Praise effort, not just outcome. Set the standard the players and parents follow.
Zero tolerance of abuse toward match officials, players, coaches or spectators. Concerns go directly to the Club Welfare Officer.
Join the U7–U8s
Free two-week taster for new players. Email grimsbyunitedfootballclub@gmail.com or come along on saturday 9:00am and speak to a coach.