FAQs

• What is difference between the In-Town and Travel programs?

• How much of a commitment is SYSA soccer?
• What are the costs?
• How long is the season?
• How often are practices?
• How much travel in involved?
• What can I do to help?

What is difference between the In-Town and Travel programs?

The In-Town program is for U6-U8s.

• Registrations are for the in-town programs (U-6 and U-8 age groups).  Registration is open to boys and girls born August 1, 1996 or after.  Completed applications need to be returned by February 28th, 2006.

The Travel Program is for U10 and above.

• Teams are required to travel up to 1 hour to local towns to play against opponents. 

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How much of a commitment is SYSA soccer?

• Players/parents are expected to attend practices and games on a regular basis. 
• Be a team player at all times.
• Give my best effort at all training and matches.
• Not be critical of my teammates or discuss my teammates' abilities in a negative manner.
• Not use foul language or profanity towards officials, coaches, teammates, or opponents.
• Listen to and follow directions given to me by the coach.
• Attend all training sessions and matches and if I cannot, I (not my parents) will contact the coach ahead of time to let them know.
• Understand that as a competitive player I may not receive equal playing time and I will not complain to the coach about this.
• Arrive on time and be stretched ready to play at all training sessions and matches.
• Not use drugs, alcohol, or tobacco.
• Treat my coaches, teammates, opponents, and officials with respect at all times.
• Come to all training sessions and matches dressed in the appropriate gear as required by the Club and coaches.
• Bring a positive attitude to all training sessions and matches.

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What are the costs?

• Complete the registration form. (Extra forms are available in the Forms page.
• Enclose the $40 fee for In-Town Program and $70 (A $30.00 Uniform fee also applies to first time travel team players) for Travel Program. Full price for 1st child (less $5 for each additional family child). See registration form for additional details.
• Checks Payable to: Southbridge Youth Soccer. (No cash please)
• If this is your child’s first time playing, enclose a copy of their birth certificate.
• Mail completed application, payment, and copy of child’s birth certificate to:

Southbridge Youth Soccer
P.O. Box 276
Southbridge, MA 01550

It is the philosophy of Southbridge Youth Soccer that no child is left out due to financial hardship. If this is an issue, please privately speak to a registration representative.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Tim Cooke via e-mail at vtpress@aol.com.

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How long is the season?

Spring Season

• April - June

Fall Season

• August - November

Winter Season (optional)

• November - March

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How often are practices?

• 1 to 2 times a week

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How much travel in involved?

• Travel to away games can be up to 1 hour.  Games are scheduled on Saturdays but make-up games can be schedule on any day.

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What can I do to help?

• You don't have to have a child to help.  Please contact Tim Cooke at vtpress@aol.com if you'd like to help as a volunteer, coach, sponsor or in another way.  Or go to volunteer here.

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