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Tuesday, July 18
A Kids Perspective
A mother was making a breakfast of fried eggs for her teenage son.
Suddenly the boy bursts into the kitchen."Careful! ...
North Pocono Youth Soccer Philosophy
Childhood is a time when kids should have fun, get exercise, have fun, make new friends, have fun, learn about teamwork, have fun, learn new skills and have fun. North Pocono Youth Soccer League feels that soccer is a way to accomplish all of this. Our League is Recreational, there are no “official winners or losers”, no standings, no all-stars, no playoffs, no league or division champs, just healthy competition.
All team members are required to play no less than ½ a game and Coaches are strongly encouraged to give each team member as much playing time as possible. Each time a player is on the field they participate in the game, no matter what their ability or skill level.
North Pocono Youth Soccer League believes that
“KIDS HAVING FUN”
is what it is all about!
Any questions? Send an email to board@npysl.com.
Handout: Parents Info
Who can Play?
Any child who is 5 through 15 years of age as of July 31st of the current year is eligible to play. Age Divisions consist of 2 year groups. U8 are all children 6 or 7 years old as of July 31 of the current year. U10 are all children 8 or 9 years old as of July 31 etc. Check the Division tab on our website to get an overview of the age group your child would be playing in.
Any questions? Send an email to board@npysl.com
Registration Information
Registrations are usually held once each month during April, May and June. Registration dates and times are listed on our web site and advertised in the Villager. Once your child has played for one year or more they will receive a registration reminder in the Mail, usually by April. If you wish to register by Mail you can download our registration form. Follow the instructions and mail as indicated. Registration fees are listed in the instructions. First time registrants, no matter what age, must present a copy of their Birth certificate. If registering for the first time by mail, a copy must be included with the registration form and fee.
Any questions? Send an email to board@npysl.com
Handout: Registration
Team Selection
After all registrations have been received and recorded - the Board of NPYSL selects the teams for the upcoming season. We strive to make the teams as equal as possible.
•Special requests for U6, U8 and U10 are granted first. A request to be with a friend takes precedence over a request for a specific coach. Because of additional requirements listed below, some requests cannot be fulfilled. As stated on the registration form NO requests are guaranteed. If special requests appear to be building a very strong team the Board will not honor those requests.
•Special Requests for a specific day and time for practice cannot be honored because of the number of children involved. If you have a specific need it would be best to work out a carpooling arrangement with another parent before registering you child.
•Requests to "not be assigned" to one specific team will be honored at all times and are confidential.
•Children of Coaches are placed with their parent unless requested otherwise.
•In the U6 Division the board will place a like number of boys and girls on each team.
•In U8 and U10 Divisions the board will place a like number of younger and older players on each team (e.g. On U8 - each team have a like number of 6 year olds and 7 year olds). In addition a like number of boys and girls will be placed on each team.
•In U12 and above the board place a like number of younger and older players on each team (e.g. On U14 - each team have a like number of 12 year olds and 13 year olds).
•Board Members are not involved in the selection of teams in which they or a spouse are coaching or have a child playing. The remaining Board Members will do the team selections for that age division.
•Once teams are assigned and distributed to Coaches no changes will be made.
No Exceptions.
Any questions? Send an email to board@npysl.com
Required Equipment/Excluded Items
Required Soccer Equipment includes
•A Uniform which is purchased from the league. This consists of a reversible shirt (Black/Red), Black shorts and red Socks. This uniform is reusable each year. Current cost is $30 and it can be purchased at most registrations. A uniform is required to be worn at each game
•All players must wear shin guards. They are available at most local stores (Wal-Mart, Kmart,Dicks etc). We suggest that you purchase the type that has a band that goes under the foot. This keeps the shin guard from turning on the ankle. Cost can range from $5 and up.
•A ball will be required for practice. Most drills that a coach will teach require each player to have their own ball. Purchase the size that is appropriate for the age division of your child. U6, U8 - Size 3. U10, U12 - Size 4, U14m U16 - Size 5. Check the Web Site “Divisions" tab to see where you child belongs.
There are also some exclusions. Remember these are excluded for the safty of the players and no exceptions will be made. Refer to SAY Rules for a full list.
*Shoes must be soccer cleats or sneakers. Baseball, Football or General Purpose cleats are not allowed.
*No one will be allowed to play with a hard Cast of any kind. Padding it is not permitted.
*Jewerly or piercings of any kind is not permitted. Any jewlery or piercing must be removed or the child will not be allowed to particpate, this includes earings. Please wait until the season is complete before having your child's ears pierced. (Medical alert braclets and necklaces are exceptions but these need to be taped down).
Any questions? Send an email to board@npysl.com
Season Schedule
The playing season for the North Pocono Youth Soccer League begins in August of each year. The first week is usually the weekend before Labor Day and the season runs for 10 weeks. Games are held on Saturdays and Sundays. No team will be scheduled by the league for more than one game a weekend. U6 Coed, U8 Coed, U10 Coed and U12 Girls play at Golden Park in Moscow. U12 Boys, U14 Boys and Girls and U16 Boys and Girls play at the fields next to the Elmhurst Sewer Authority. Practice and Game Schedules are provided by your coach.
Any questions? Send an email to board@npysl.com
The Game?
Information about the game of soccer abounds. Look at our Link Tab and select either the NEPSAY, SAY or FIFA links. Anything you need can be found there.
Any questions? Send an email to board@npysl.com
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