PDI Rules 2019-2020

Player Development Initiatives in Section 2

The build-out lines promote playing the ball out of the back in a less pressured setting.
The build-out lines are located halfway between the halfway line and the top of the penalty area.
The build-out lines may be solid, dashed, or simply marked by cones (or flags) off the field
The build-out line only impacts three situations:

1. Goalkeeper controls the ball with the hands
2. Goal kicks
3. Offside

Opponents must retreat behind the build-out line.
The goalkeeper may not punt the ball - applies to punts, dropkicks (IFK offence from location of the punt—Note: goal area exception)
The goalkeeper must pass, throw, or roll the ball to any point on the field.
Quick restart: The goalkeeper may release the ball before the opponents have completely retreated behind the build-out line. In doing so, the goalkeeper accepts the position of the opponents who may intercept the ball.
Once the ball is released by the goalkeeper, the opposing players may cross the build-out line.
The 6 second limitation on goalkeeper possession should not start until all opponents have moved behind the build-out line. Referees should be flexible with this.

Opponents must retreat behind the build-out line.
The ball may be kicked to any point on the field.
Once the ball is kicked and in play i.e. kicked and clearly moves (new since Fall 2019), the opposing players may cross the build-out line.
Quick restart: The goal kick may be taken before the opponents have completely retreated behind the build-out line. In doing so, the team accepts the position of the opponents and they may intercept the pass. (Note: Law 16 restrictions on opposing players and the penalty area still apply)

Let them play. Use judgment and don’t interfere for trifling violations.
Referees and coaches should work with the players to encourage the use of the build-out line. Referees should:
- Provide instruction as needed and allow limited “do-overs”
- Hold up play until opponents retreat, if needed
Focus is on education, not strict enforcement (most violation will be trifling)
Build-out line violation on goalkeeper possession: indirect free kick on BOL where violation occurred
Build-out line violation on a goal kick: retake the goal kick
Repeated violations of the build-out line should not be viewed as misconduct
Region staff should address coaches who encourage/teach their players to disregard the build-out line

The build-out line in the opponents’ half of the field replaces the halfway line in determining offside position.