For players in Grade 3 through Grade 8
Since soccer is a team sport and player registration makes the player part of a team, each player in Grade 3 through Grade 8 (both Travel and City programs) needs to honor the commitment to the team as follows:
- Player commits to attending an 8 week season of Saturday games
- Player commits to attending a minimum of one practice a week for Travel teams and a minimum of half of the practices for City teams
- Player or Parent commit to notifying coach of all planned absences at least 2 weeks prior to any known conflicts (excluding unforeseen challenges such as injury, sickness or family emergencies)
Failure to comply with the above commitments will jeopardize the player's future on the team. MYS is dedicated to creating a positive team experience for all our players. Actively participating in team events is critical not just for the physical game but also for fostering a positive team experience.
Games for the Travel Program may be any time on Saturdays and occasionally on weekdays with generally half of the games being out of the city. Games for the City Program for Grades 3 through 6 may be any time on Saturdays. (Please see the
City Program vs Travel Program page for more info.) Coaches choose the days and times so the practice schedule won't be known until after teams are formed.
For players in Kindergarten, Grade 1, and Grade 2
Since soccer is a team sport and player registration makes the player part of a team, each player in grades Kindergarten, Grade 1, and Grade 2 is encouraged to attend as many games and practices (Grades 1 and 2) as possible.
Kindergarten games may be either Saturday mornings or Saturday afternoons. Grade 1 games are usually in Saturday afternoons. Grade 2 games are usually Saturday mornings. Players should also plan to attend most practices (there are no practices for Kindergarten). Coaches choose the days and times so the practice schedule won't be known until after teams are formed. Since our City Program teams are generally based on school affiliation, if a schedule conflict arises after the practice schedule is determined, contact the
appropriate grade coordinator to see if there is a team change that would resolve that conflict.