Q: What is my age bracket?
A: In general, the age bracket is determined by the player's age on August 1. For example, a player who has turned 7 before August 1, would play in a U-8 bracket during both the following Fall and Spring seasons. See the Recreational Section of this Website. Note that age brackets may be combined or canceled depending on player enrollment in a given season.
Q: How do I request to play on my friends' team?
A: See Recreational section of this website.
Q: How do I qualify for Select Soccer?
A: To be selected to participate in any of our Select teams, players must participate in a process of selection called Tryouts. These tryouts occur after June 15th as mandated by MSYSA. Tryouts take place in 2 sessions (2 separate days) during the third week of June and attendance both days is obviously highly recommended. Players will be tested on various skills necessary to perform for Select Soccer. See the Calendar for this years try out dates. You must be registered for the Fall season to try out (parents signature is required). Once you are selected for Select soccer you are expected to stay within the team for a year (Fall and Spring). Every year you will have to re-qualify.
Q: What is Mid Michigan Select Soccer?
A:Mid Michigan Select Soccer is a competitive developmental league in the Saginaw Valley area. Travel time is limited to within 2 hour from Midland. Players' abilities are expected to be more advanced than recreational soccer but not quite at the level of Premier soccer. Mid Michigan teams also participate in area tournaments.
Q: What is the Premier Soccer League (Farmer Jack's)?
A: Premier Soccer League (Farmer Jack’s) is a very competitive league based in Detroit. Travel times can be extensive with many games in the Detroit area. Players' abilities are expected to be more advanced than Mid Michigan soccer. Premier Soccer League (Farmer Jack) teams also participate in exciting area tournaments.
Q:How do I enroll for playing soccer at the MSC
A:
See the youth registration section of this website.
Q: What size ball is appropriate for my age?
A: Size NO. 3 for U5 to U8, Size NO. 4 for U9 to U12 and Size NO 5 for U13 to U19.
Q: How can I become a coach for the recreational league?
A: Most anyone can become a coach - all it takes is a lot of enthusiasm and a little bit of patience! We offer coaching clinics at the beginning of the season, as well as balls, cones and all necessary documentation for coaching success. Just indicate on your child's registration form that you are interested in coaching, co-coaching, or assisting, and the age group coordinator will call if a position is open on your child's team. If you do not have a child playing, just call the soccer club (832-0895) and let them know you are interested. Join the fun - coach!
Q: How can I help at the MSC?
A: We are a non profit volunteer organization. We appreciate any support such as helping in the concession stand (2-3 hour shifts on weekends), clean up at the end of the season, tournament volunteers etc.
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