FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Who plays in the Ross Valley Youth Soccer Club?
Children in 3rd through 8th grade from Ross, Kentfield, San Anselmo, Corte Madera, and Greenbrae. Many of these kids have played U8 recreational soccer before, many are taking up soccer for the first time. We also have a number of previously competitive players who are looking to continue soccer in a local environment.
What is the difference between "Rec" and Competitive Soccer?
Recreational soccer is focused on the development of soccer skills, enjoyment of the sport and the participation of all players regardless of skill. It is lower pressure with the game played locally and generally, has a reduced time commitment. Competitive soccer is for advanced players with a focus on skill refinement and an emphasis on competitive play. Players must try out to get on a team in this league. Competitive soccer is played within and beyond Marin County. Ross Valley is associated with the MarinFC competitive club – more details at:
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Marin FC Alliance
What is covered in my registration fee?
Your registration fee covers Field Usage, Trainers, Referees, Insurance, a Jersey, Equipment and administrative costs.
How is the league organized by age?
RVSC along with MISA and US Soccer has established new age group divisions in two-year bands, based on grade at beginning of the season.
Age Groups have been established as follows:
- U10 – 3rd/4th Grade in Fall
- U12 – 5th/6th Grade in Fall
- U14 – 7th/8th Grade in Fall
- U16 – 9th/10th Grade in Fall
- U19 – 11/th/12th Grade in Fall
How are teams selected?
Teams are selected after an initial assessment presided over by the Director of Coaching, Age Group Coordinators and Coaches.
What if I want to volunteer?
You can let anyone at the RVYSC know that you are interested by emailing
[email protected], indicating your interest on the registration form or by attending the schedule skill evaluation day.
We actively seek volunteers in various capacities to run the league. We need Coaches, Assistant Coaches, Age Group Coordinators, School Coordinators, Team Managers, Field Liners and more.
What equipment will my child need?
The RVSC supplies:
- Team jerseys
- Soccer socks
- Soccer Balls
Your child will also need:
- Soccer shorts
- Shin guards (worn under the socks)
- Soccer (not baseball) cleats.
- Jewelry, watches, wristbands, earrings, casts or metal/air splints are strictly prohibited by RVYSC regulations.
How long are the games?
- U–10 games are 50 minutes – 10 minute halftime
- U–12 games are 60 minutes – 10 minute halftime
- U–14 games are 70 minutes – 10 minute halftime
- U–16 games are 80 minutes – 10 minute halftime
- U–18 games are 90 minutes – 10 minute halftime
How many players are on a soccer team?
- U–10 = 7 per side, 11-12 per team
- U–12 = 9 per side, 13-14 per team
- U14 and older = 11 per side, 16 - 18 per team