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Question: |
After I have registered my child, what do I need to do? |
Answer:
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We will hold
a coaches meeting two weeks prior to the start of the season. At
this meeting, the coaches receive their team rosters and will
subsequently contact their players. Your coach will tell you the
time and place of your first team activity. |
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Question: |
What is your refund policy? |
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Answer: |
As noted on the
registration form, refunds are for relocation and injury only.
All refunds are subject to a $20 cancellation fee. |
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Question: |
When are the practices? |
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Answer: |
Practices
for players in
the U06 through U17 age groups are held once a week. The practice
start time will either be 5:30 or 6:30 (Towards the end of the fall
season, the practice start times are moved 30 minutes earlier to
account for daylight). Practices typically last
one hour. Practice nights for each team are scheduled prior to
the coaches meeting. |
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Question: |
How long is the season? |
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Answer: |
The season last
approximately nine weeks. The fall season starts near the end of
August and the spring season starts in the middle of March. |
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Question: |
What will my child need to play soccer? |
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Answer: |
Each player is required to
wear shin guards at each practice and game. All players should
bring a soccer ball and water to each practice and game. Most
players wear cleats, but they are not required to play. Cleats
are recommended to help the players perform better on the field.
The table below lists the appropriate ball size for each age group:
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U05-U08 Age Groups: |
Size 3 Soccer Ball |
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U09-U12 Age Groups: |
Size 4 Soccer Ball |
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U13-U17 Age Groups: |
Size 5 Soccer Ball |
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Question: |
Why are practices and games sometimes cancelled due to rain? |
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Answer: |
For the safety of the
players and to reduce damage to the fields, we will cancel practice
and/or games due to inclement weather and poor field conditions.
To find out the latest field status, please visit our
weather page. |
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Question: |
I am thinking about coaching/assistant coaching, are there any requirements? |
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Answer: |
Some of our coaches are
licensed and/or have played at the club, high school, or college
level. However, most coaches are just parents who have take an
active leadership role on their children's team because of their love
of the game. All of our coaches recognize the joys and benefits
that soccer brings to children. Requirements for coaching include
a positive attitude, the ability to work with and accept players of all
skill levels, and a commitment to making sure the game is enjoyable to
all players. |
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Question: |
Why do we use smaller field sizes and smaller rosters for the U05-U12 age groups? |
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Answer: |
There are many benefits to
having smaller field sizes and smaller numbers on the field.
First, there are more opportunities for the players to touch the
ball. Second, it encourages players to both dribble and pass
instead of kicking the ball and chasing it down the field. And
lastly, it aids in young players developing better individual skills
due to the emphasis on controlling the ball in smaller spaces. |
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Question: |
Why don't we use goalies in the U05-U07 age groups? |
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Answer: |
The objective for the
younger players is to touch the ball, be around the ball, and to feel
part of the game. This emphasis will improve their ball skills
and help them enjoy their soccer experience. |
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Question: |
Which fields do we play on and where are they located? |
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Answer: |
Our main soccer complex is Green Hope Elementary School and it is located at:
2700 Louis Stephens Dr
Cary, NC 27519
We are directly located across from the Cary Tennis Center.
We also use other fields in the Cary area when necessary.
Directions for these locations will be provided as usage is required. |
