Regardless of the size of the field, agility, skill, and determination are key factors displayed by individuals during intense games.



NAME OF SPORTS ORGANIZATION
National Collegiate Athletic Association. (NCAA).

RECOMMENDED AREA
Ground Space is 75.250 square feet (1.7 acres) to
93.100 square feet (2.1 acres).

SIZE AND DIMENSIONS
Playing field width is 195-C" to 225-0. Length is 330-0 to 360-0". Additional area recommended is 10,-C,, minimum unobstructed space on all sides.
A net shall be attached the the posts, crossbar and ground behind each goal. The top of each net must extend backward 2-0' level with the crossbar.

All lines shall be 2' wide and marked with a white. non-toxic material which is not injurious to the eyes or skin. All dimensions are to the inside edge of the lines.
ORIENTATION
Preferred orientation is for the long axis to be northwest-southeast to suit the angle of the sun In the fall playing season or north-south for longer periods.

SURFACE AND DRAINAGE
Surface Is to be turf.
Preferred grading Is a longitudinal crown with a 1% slope from center to each side and adequate underdrainage. Grading may be from side to side or corner to corner diagonally if conditions do not permit preferred grading.

SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS
Goalposts are to be provided at each end of the playing field. Goalposts are to be wood, pressure-treated with paintable. oil-borne preserative and painted above ground with three coats of white paint. The goalposts and crossbar shall present a fiat surface to the playing field, not less than four inches nor more than five inches in width.