Q: How are teams selected?

A: MYSA requires all affiliate clubs to submit teams and coaches by the beginning of March. We cannot register a team with MYSA without a minimum number of registered players. Once teams are registered, clubs may begin filling the team rosters until limits, set by MYSA, are reached. AASC will  not hold team tryouts unless registrations number warrant such. Tryouts are held at the discretion of the AASC Board. It is always the goal of AASC to provide as many players as possible the opportunity to play soccer.

Q: What if the team roster is full for my player’s age group?

A: MYSA may allow over-roster players depending on the age level. Once the over-roster limit is filled, players have the option to register as a Recreation player at a reduced fee of $40. This allows the player to hold a player pass with MYSA and practice with the team. In the event that space opens up for the player to play in a game, the player will be added to the game day roster. Additionally, if scrimmages or “friendly” matches are scheduled, the player would be eligible to participate.

Q:When will my player have practices and games?

A: Practice schedules are determined by the team coach and field availability. Game schedules are set by MYSA. Game nights are typically either Monday and Wednesday evenings OR Tuesday and Thursday evenings (generally played between 6:00-8:00 p.m.) depending on age group, gender and level of competition. Rescheduled games are determined by both the home and away team coaches and may be scheduled on an alternate day of the week as agreed upon by the teams. Games are usually scheduled beginning the first week of April through July 3.

Q: What if I don’t know anything about soccer? How do I help with my player(s)’ team?

A: MYSA provides resources for those interested in learning the laws of the game as well as coaching resources and licensing at all levels. Additionally, there are great FREE resources available online (Youtube) which demonstrate skills, drills and games at all levels of play. The only requirement to assist with a team is to submit to a background check through MYSA (paid for by the club), and do concussion and Safe Sport training online. You will then carry an adult (coaches) pass and be eligible to coach or assist with the team during games.

Q: Where do we have to travel to play?

A: MYSA is working to minimize travel requirements. However, in order to play competitively against other teams some travel is required. Typically the younger the team the less travel required because there are more teams with younger teams.