How to Wear Soccer Gear

Updated on February 09, 2009
V.G. asks from Grand Rapids, MI
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Okay, our five year old is starting soccer this Spring (mid-March actually). We went and purchased her shin guards, socks, cleats and ball this week. However, when we get her dressed we're not sure if the shin guards go over or under the soccer socks. Anyone have experience with this?? We're totally confused...

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Thank you moms!! My husband thought they went under the socks, my reasoning was they had these cool designs and colors why would you hide them :) It seems though, that I was mistaken (not the first, and I'm sure not the last). I liked the advice to put a pair of regular socks on first, then the shin guards and then the soccer socks. A lot of layers, but I'm sure it will keep her more comfortable. Thank you for helping us clear this up!!!

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A.S.

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Hello V. - I can give you a definitive answer as I've got two soccer playing sons and my husband has been a soccer coach for years - shin guards go on first, then the socks on top of them. If the shin guards get smelly I wash them in a gentle wash in the washer. Have fun with soccer - good luck - Alison

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J.G.

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I have to tell you; my husband and I had a little laugh about your question. As United States Soccer Federation Referee's I am pleased that you ask this before your daughter hit's the pitch. AYSO sometime says it's ok to wear the gurds on the outside. However; FIFA rules state that shin guards are to be worn UNDER the socks and to be covered at all times. If the sock slips fix it; we don't jump down player's back just because the edge of the guard is showing. This is in fact for all player safety.
Good luck and remember it's just a game. Have fun.
Michelle

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F.W.

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The guards go on under the socks for games. For practice, you can do whatever you want unless the coach says differently. Welcome to the soccer mom world!

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C.C.

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V.,

My son played soccer for the first time last spring. We purchased him a pair of socks that has a pocket inside that holds the shin guard. They're easily removed for washing. It's much easier being part of the sock instead of being something additional to wear. I hope this helps. We purchased them at Dick's Sporting Goods.

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T.S.

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They go under the socks - this keeps them from coming off. In high school soccer there is an actual rule to keep them covered.

P.S.

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shin guards go under the socks. I always put a thin pair of socks under the shin guard strap so it doesn't bug my son. Tuck a little bit of the excess sock between the shin guard and top of leg. The shin gard will leave an imprint in the leg - even if you don't velcro it tightly.

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C.M.

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Usually the socks go over the shin guards. If the player gets really sweaty though, sometimes it's good to have another layer under the guards. Maybe you should check with the coach.

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A.P.

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Hi V.:

That is a very common questions. The shin guards go under the socks. The socks pull up and fold over at the top, just below the knee cap. Have a great season and have fun.

A.

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D.F.

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Shin gaurds go under the socks, kid do always end up at the first games with them on the outside.

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C.S.

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Hi V.,

The socks always go on the outside of the shin guards. Make sure you have your camera fully charged - be sure to take lots of pictures. This age is such fun to watch!

Enjoy.

C. S.

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G.B.

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MY granddaughter wears hers under.

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R.S.

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I played Soccer for YEARS and everyone seems to do it different. I always put regular socks on, then my shin pads, then my soccer socks....this way the shin guards don't get all yuck from sweat and sometimes they would irritate my skin if they were directly on it...really there isn't a rule on how and if their is I never knew about it for the 12 years I played for...lol.

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B.A.

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Shin guards are worn under the socks!! Enjoy. Soccer is a great game.
Barb

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A.F.

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Hello V., I am sure you had alot of response already, but just in case.. the shin guards go under the socks and should stop about 3 inches ( at least) from the knee cap. My 3 boys all play soccer and have been playing for years.. one thing I wanted to mention is sometimes when a child plays alot.. they can get something called "contact dermatitis" It occurs when the shin guards rub and rub in the same place ( the top of the shin). my son actually wears high socks, then his guards then his soccer socks on top of that. I know it sounds HOT, but it really works for him. Good luck and I hope your children have fun.

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K.M.

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shin guards go under socks

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R.A.

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I remember feeling that way last fall. They go under the socks.

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J.D.

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All of the kids on my son's soccer league (age 5 and under) wear the socks over the shin guards.

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S.B.

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Hi V.,
Generally, the shin guards go on the inside. When my kids were little, the refs did not care, but as they got older, it was required that they were under the socks.
Have fun, I love my daughters' soccer games, even after 7 years of them!

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R.S.

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Socks go over the shin guards

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