FAQ:

1. My player has never played soccer before. Can they still join at this age?

A: Yes. We welcome players of all levels of experience to join our house league.

 

2. Where do house teams play?

A: House teams will play in our House League on the Sunshine Coast. Games are played in Gibsons, Roberts Creek & Sechelt throughout the season that runs September to March. The aim is to have teams play in all communities equally, however, field closures sometimes effect the balance.

 

3. Can my child request a friend to play with?

A: On our house teams, all players can request a friend and we will do our best to accommadate requests made by the cutoff date. On our development teams, we unfortunately cannot take requests.

 

4. Where do U9 & U10 development teams play?

A: During the Fall season, U9 & U10 development teams will either play in an interlock league with the North Shore (North & West Van, Bowen Island, etc.) or in a SCYSA house division 1-2 years up, depending on the strength of the team, and other various factors. During the Spring Season, these development teams will have the option of entering into the Cascadia Spring League,

 

5. What is the purpose of having development teams in the U9 & U10 age groups?

A: The Club aims to provide opportunities for all players to be appropriately challenged (not overly challenged, and not under challenged) so they can develop their skills and enjoy their playing experience. Development teams aim to provide opportunity for players to train and play with others of similar ability, rather than dominate in practices and games. By removing these dominating players, remaining players are able to get more involved, take on more leadership roles, and get more touches and time on the ball, which will enhance their skill development.

 

6.How are development teams selected?

A: Players will be assessed throughout their U8 & U9 seasons, at games,  practices, & age group development nights by our Technical Staff. Coach feedback will also be collected and considered by our Technical team. In some cases, select players may be invited into player identification sessions in mid February/early March for further assessment. Top players will be identified, and invited to development teams by  mid March, for the following season.

 

7. If I coach, will my child have a better chance at being selected for a development team?

A: No. Coaching has no bearing on whether your player will be selected or not. Once teams are formed, a call for coaches will go out to all selected player's parents. If no parent is available to coach a team, the club will look for a coach that is unattached to the team.

 

8. Will U9-U10 Development teams carry "training players"?

A: Yes. Training players will be invited to practice with the development team, as long as they attend their own team practices and games. These players may have opportunities to be called up to games and additional tournaments.

 

9. Is there a difference in registration cost for a house and development team?

A: Possibly. If the development team plays in the NSYSA interlock league, there is a slight increase to the registration fee that covers the clubs registration into the league.

 

10. How often to U9 & U10 teams play?

A: Teams at this age practice once a week, and play a game on either Saturday (boys) or Sunday (girls). Teams will also have Age group development sessions provided a few times a season.

 

11. How do I register for a House or Development team?

A: Players register in their applicable age group on our registration page. Players will then be assigned to teams during our team formation process.

 

12. Can my player "play up" or "down" a division?

A: If you feel your player is not being adequately challenged, you may put a request in to have your player assessed by the Technical Director to play up a division. Alternatively, if you feel your player is being overly challenged, you can also put in a request to have your player play down a division.

 

13. My player did not get identified for a development team, but would like to work towards playing a higher level. What can I do to support their development?

A: Encourage your player to practice their skills, and get as many touches on the ball as they can. Assure them that they are capable, if willing to put in the effort. Players develop at different speeds, but practice outside of the regular soccer schedule makes a big difference. Practice at home, and take advantage of extra development opportunties- ie: Player Development Acadamy, Age Group Development Nights, attending team practices and games, etc.