Soccer (American), Football (European)/Questions Answered by Expert Cody Gaines
| Subject | Date Asked |
| Goalie Possession | 7/21/2010 |
| Q: What is the definition of "goalie possession." My son, who was not the goalie but the striker for ... A: The situation you described is a tricky one since the goalkeeper was using his foot to trap the ... | |
| Soccer professional coach | 11/24/2009 |
| Q: mr Cody.I have one question for you,or advice....if you cant help me.I'm professional soccer coach ... A: This is a little out of my expertise but I know some about this. I don't know what you are looking ... | |
| off sides | 10/26/2009 |
| Q: In our game the other night this scenario occurred. A striker left early and was offsides when the ... A: Unfortunately for your daughter's team this IS the correct call. Even though the ball deflected off ... | |
| Goalie privileges | 9/1/2009 |
| Q: My questions refer to an event regarding the goalie and being able to use his hands to touch/catch ... A: Ok so the first question, in soccer it is always the position of the ball that determines in and out ... | |
| Goalkeeper picking up the ball after dribbling | 5/10/2009 |
| Q: In today's game (AYSO U-14), the goalkeeper took possession of the ball outside the penalty box from ... A: Sorry for the late reply I was at a soccer tournament this past weekend. In response to your ... | |
| Defelctions and Offside | 10/6/2008 |
| Q: Attacker 1 is in an offside position. Attacker 2 has the ball. Defender 1 gains possession of the ... A: Ok first off this is a really good question because this type of scenario even perplexes the most ... | |
| Goalie kicking ball from 18 yard box | 9/25/2008 |
| Q: When is it a hand ball? When the complete ball crosses the 18 yard box or the goalie's feet. David ... A: In soccer it is the ball's position that determines position not the position of the player. Now ... | |
| Soccer rule - NFHS | 9/11/2008 |
| Q: I have always assumed that playing the ball while lying on the ground is illegal under all ... A: I assume by NFHS that you mean high school soccer rules I hope. However, the answer to your ... | |
| Offsides | 9/11/2008 |
| Q: Left mid passes ball to stiker at the 18 yd line, stiker takes shot & scores. Ref calls "no goal" ... A: This question is a tricky one because without being there it is hard to see the whole picture of ... | |
| ethics and parental involvement in youth soccer | 5/27/2008 |
| Q: My son is on a small rural U13 team. My husband was coach for the first 5 years and stopped last ... A: I am very sorry to hear about the situation you are in. Unfortunately this is a little out of my ... | |
| SOCCER OFFSIDE RULE | 5/23/2008 |
| Q: Two offensive strikers are on a breakaway, the striker closest to the keeper has the ball, he/she ... A: Now by the scenario you gave me I am assuming that the striker that first received the ball was ... | |
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Cody Gaines
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Expertise
I can answer almost all questions pertaining to the laws of soccer. I can answer questions pertaining to USSF, FIFA, and AYSO. However, I am not so familiar with high school soccer. High school soccer follows their own rules and not FIFA law (but I may know the answer or I will find out the answer just expect a short delay). I also can answer any questions that present referees have pertaining to assessments, moving up grade levels, and/or how to deal with spectators (and much much more). So if you are a player, spectator, coach, or referee and have a question about soccer ask me a question and I will either know the answer or ask my colleagues. The more coaches, players, spectators, and referees who understand the Laws of the Game the more enjoyable and fluid the game of soccer will be.
Experience
I have been a referee for 6 years now. I hold credentials with USSF and AYSO. I am an instructor for entry level referees and advanced referees. I serve as a board member for a referee association. I am a member of KSRA (Kern Soccer Referee Association) Calsouth. I have been a player for 10 years. I am also a mentor/assessor for referees.
Organizations
KSRA
Calsouth
AYSO
Section 10
Education/Credentials
USSF Referee
AYSO Referee
Assessor/Mentor
Instuctor
Player
Awards and Honors
I am the youngest instructor in my section
I have officiated:
State Cup
National Cup
Far West Regional
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