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A safe soccer
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- Instruct players and PARENTS
on the potential dangers associated with movable or
portable goals.
- Always inspect goals before
each match or practice.
- Insure goals are safely
anchored to the ground. (see anchor styles below)
- Insure there are no sharp
objects. Do not use "Zip Ties" to secure nets.
Use hook and loop ( velcro (R) ) straps or some other soft
edged means of attaching nets to goals.
- Insure goals are free of
defects
- Never allow anyone to climb
or hang on goals.
- Always use extreme caution
when moving goals.
- When goals are not in use,
always chain and lock goals up against a fence post or
secure object so that goals cannot fall over. Nets should
be taken off.
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Styles
of Goal Anchors
Auger-style anchors that
are screwed into the ground. Semi-permanent
anchors, which require a permanently secured base buried
underground with the use of tethers or bolts to secure the
goal. Peg, stake or j-hook style anchors that are
driven into the ground. Sandbags or
counterweights for indoor facilities |
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Other resources
Guidelines
for Movable Soccer Goal Safety
Anchored
for Safety
Goal
Safety
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Disclaimer
This document is intended to provide basic soccer goal safety
information and will ensure that your soccer games and
practices are safer, it may not prevent all accidents.
All soccer goal anchors
should be inspected for damage and installation integrity on a
regular basis. Any damaged anchor should be replaced
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