according to this study (Noncontact Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries: Risk Factors and Prevention Strategies), there are 80,000 ACL tears a year, and most happen to 15-25 year olds. the study estimates ACL tears cost nearly a billion dollars yearly. an astounding 70% of these injuries occur in non-contact situations. so there is one clear conclusion to draw from this data:
all youth soccer players are hearby restricted to a kick-count rule. any youth cannot kick or attempt to kick a soccer ball more than 7 times per day (includes practice and warm-ups), and no more than 21 times per week. kicks longer than 35 yards carry a 1.5 multiplier. any coach that allows a player to kick more than this statistically sound rule will be fined and humiliated on facebook.
additionally, AYSO is considering a supplemental step-count rule, and to accomodate, they will be deciding on a 17-players-onfield rule for 13year and under leagues.
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