The Throw-in (15)
U.S. Soccer Federation Referee Program
Grade 9 Referee Course
Small Sided and Recreational Youth Training
When is a throw-in taken?
o Jewelry is not allowed
o Rings
o Necklaces
o Earrings
o No covering items with tape
o Medical identification items are allowed
o Casts are allowed if safe for play
Who takes the throw-in?
o Jewelry is not allowed
o Rings
o Necklaces
o Earrings
o No covering items with tape
o Medical identification items are allowed
o Casts are allowed if safe for play
Where is a throw-in taken?
Touch Line
1 yard
Ball leaves
field of play
here
Procedure
o Face the field
o Both feet touching the ground
o Use both hands
o Behind and over the head
Review Question
A throw-in is awarded when the ball wholly
crosses a ______?
o Touch line
o Goal line
Review Question
Can a goal be scored directly from a throw-in?
o Yes
o No
Review Question
For a proper throw-in, is the thrower required to
face the field and have part of both feet on the
ground, either on the touch line or on the area
off the field of play?
o Yes
o No