Eastern BOP Fun Football Playing Format 2025 - 7th & 8th Grade 

"Fun Football" for 7th/8th Grade is played 5v5, with no Goalkeepers. 

This is a mixed grade, with teams made up of players from both 7th and 8th grade (born 2017 and 2018)

Game day format is one 40min game.

Fun Football Grade 7 & 8- Key Points

Small-sided games with lots of touches are great for young players as they focus on fun and skill development.

The 5v5 format means more time on the ball, keeping kids involved.

Two shorter games against different teams keep them engaged (without to much focus on tactics, or big scorelines).

• 5v5 format
• 40 minutes maximum game time 
• No goalkeepers
• No offside rule
• No corners
• Ball kicked/dribbled back into play (No throw-ins)
• No published match results or ladders
• Both coaches can be on field during the game (only one can referee)

To toggle between the different groups use the little drop down arrow to the far right of the competition name.

The groups have been organised regional to help reduce travel for the young players and their families. 

Parking for Kawerau Sports field, Tarawera Park 3,  is along the main entrance driveway in between the trees (along fence-line).