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 recreational league.

 

2. Where do recreational teams play?

A: Recreational teams will play in our Recreational 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 recreational teams, all players can request a friend and we will do our best to accommodate requests made by the cutoff date. On our competitive teams, we unfortunately cannot take requests.

 

4. How often do U13-U18 Recreational 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.

 

5. Where do U14-U18 Competitive teams play?

A:  U14-U18 competitive teams play in the BC Coastal Soccer League, which includes clubs from all over the Lower Mainland. The BCCSL begins in September and ends at the end of February. Home games will be on the coast, while away games will be in the lower mainland. Approximately 50% of games will be at home. Girls will play Sundays, while boys will play Saturdays. Teams will also have the opportunity to play in the 2025 Cascadia Spring League to prepare for their upcoming BCCSL season.

 

6: How many years of birth are there on a competitive team?

A: Due to our club size, Competitive teams consist of two years of birth

 

7. How are Competitive teams selected?

A: Competitive team selection will rely on ongoing assessments throughout the season, not on single or two day evaluations. How this will look, will depend on the age group. Please see below for more details.

New U11 teams:

Assessments will come primarily from SCYSA Technical Staff, who will be observing players in various environments throughout the 2024/25 season: team practices, games, development practices, and staff-led Age-Group Development nights. Coach evaluations will also be consulted.

Players found to be in the top 20-25% of their age group will be identified, and invited to staff-led training sessions in mid February- beginning of March. If an identified player is unavailable for these sessions, staff will find other ways to further assess the player. Some of these selected players will be offered a spot on either a rep or development team for the 2025/26 season by mid March.

 

Existing Competitive Teams:

U11-U12 Teams

For boys born between 2014-2013, top players in the house division will be identified by coach feedback, paired with assessment by Technical Staff attending games and Age-group development sessions. Identified players will be invited to attend multiple training sessions with the current U11/U12 Boys Development team. Players deemed at level or exceeding level will continue to train in that pool of players. From that pool of players, the top 20-25% players will be invited into training sessions with the current U11/U12 Boys Rep Team. Players assessments will continue in both groups, with players being offered a spot on either a rep, development or house team for the 2025/26 season by mid March.

 

U13+ Competitive Teams

Girls born 2013-2008 who are interested in playing Rep soccer should fill out this expression of interest form:  Click Here: Rep Expression of Interest

Players will be assessed in their current team in games, and invited into training sessions with current rep teams if the player is assessed to be a prospective rep level player.

 

Boys born 2012-2008 who are interested in playing Rep soccer should fill out this expression of interest form: Click Here: Rep Expression of Interest

Players will be assessed in their current team in games, and invited into training sessions with current rep teams if the player is assessed to be a prospective rep level player.

 

All players currently on rep teams, or being assessed will be offered a spot on either a rep or house team for the 2025/26 season by mid March.

 

All existing Rep players, who would like to be considered for placement on a Fall 2025/2026 Rep team, must fill out the Rep Soccer - Expression of Interest Form by January 31, 2025.

 

8. My player was not identified during assessments, but we feel they are at the level to play on a Competitive team. What can we do?

A: If you feel your child may have been missed in assessments, please fill out this form requesting an assessment:  Click Here: Rep/Development Expression of Interest

 

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

A: No. Coaching has no bearing on whether your player will be selected or not. Teams are formed prior to coaches being placed. Once a team is formed, we will look at all coach volunteers, and then place a coach with the team. If no parent is able to coach a team, the club will look for a coach that is unattached to the team.

 

10. How often to U14-U18 Competitive teams play?

A: Teams at this age practice twice 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 Recreational 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. How do I register for a Competitive team?

A: Selected players will be sent a registration link in mid March.

 

13. Will Competitive teams carry "training players"?

A: Yes.Training players will be invited to practice once a week with the competitive team, as long as they attend their rec team practices & games. Training players may get opportunity to be called up, or attend tournaments with the team.

 

14. Can my player "play up" or "down" a division in the Recreational league?

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 in our recreational league. 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.

 

15. My player did not get identified for a Competitive 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  development opportunties- ie: Player Development Acadamy, Age Group Development Nights, attending team practices and games, etc.