The Divisions of Play:

We follow the guidelines developed by MYSA in assigning players to their level of play.  The cut off date for birthdays is August 1^st.   For example, children in Under 6 (U6) must be 4 by Aug 1, 2006 but cannot be older than 6 on August 1, 2006. U8 children must be 6 by August 1 and no older the 8 on August 1, 2006.

Children in the U6 (under 6yrs) division meet on Sundays for 1 hour.  They participate in age appropriate skill development activities.  Eventually they scrimmage in a non results oriented atmosphere.

Players in the U8 (under 8 yrs) division practice one day a week and play an hour long game on Sunday afternoon.  Teams are co-ed and the children play 4 vs. 4.  There are no goalies.  Again, emphasis is on skill development as well as an introduction to team play.  Score is not officially kept and good sportsmanship and teamwork is emphasized.

In the U10 (under 10 yrs) group, there are boy and girl teams. It is expected that there will be two boy and two girl teams.  The kids play 6 vs. 6 with a goalie.  This is a non-competitive division.  The teams play half of the games here in Plympton and travel locally for the remaining games.  Usually these teams practice 1 – 2 times a week and play a game on Saturdays.

The U12 (under 12 yrs) division is the first results oriented level of soccer.  Players in this division compete in the highly competitive Coastal Youth Soccer League with a chance to play in the Mass. Tournament of Champions Cup in Amherst MA.  One U12 team from the CYSL will represent the league.  Players play 7 v7 with a goalie. 

Under 14 is when the children step on to the big field and play 11 vs. 11.  This is the first year Plympton is fielding a boys team at this level and we hope to do so for the girls when the numbers are available.

Players in the U16 and older will play for PKH (Pembroke, Kingston, Halifax).  This is a regional team in which traditionally Plympton Children have participated.  Since most of these players play for High Schools, this is a spring time only league.

The Coaches:

Currently all of our Head Coaches have received their “G” level license from MYSA.  Many intend on continuing to coach as their children age and will work towards Their “F” and “E” license.   It is not a requirement to have played soccer to coach.  We are a recreational league and willingness to help and enthusiasm are most important.  The “G” level course is a four hour introduction to the basics of coaching soccer. It really is a lot of fun and quite helpful.

CORI checks:

As required by state law and MYSA, ALL coaches, league officials, and referees have been CORI checked.

Volunteering:

Plympton Soccer is grateful for the many people who step forward to help out.  We can always use more.  From lining the field, snack table, refereeing, coaching, and administration there is a place for anyone interested in giving time.

Donations:

Plympton Soccer operates on its registration fees, local business sponsors and donations from families and community members. Every dollar collected goes directly to the operational expenses of the league.  Some families are unable to make a time commitment and offer a donation of money to the league.  If you are a business owner or community member and would like to make a donation, please contact us or mail it to PYSA, PO Box 44, Plympton, MA 02367.
 

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