Can the goalie leave the goalie box to distribute the ball to another teammate?

No. that is against the rules of soccer

The Goalkeeper IS allowed to go outside the Penalty Box and dribble or kick the ball back inside the Penalty Box and THEN pick it up with his hands. The line that defines the Penalty Box is part of the Penalty Box, so if the ball is touching the line it is defined as being inside the Penalty Box).

Explanation:hope this helps you

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