Brentwood YMCA Soccer Frequently Asked Questions
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What size ball does my child
need?
The Under 4,5,6,7&8 use a size 3
ball.
The Under 9,10,11&12 use a size 4
ball.
The Under 13 & older use a size 5
ball.
How often & long will practices
be held?
No more than two practices per
week can be held in the pre-season.
When games begin no more than
one practice per week can be held.
Practices typically last one hour.
When will games begin?
The first games begin on Saturday
September 12, 2009. Teams play 8
games.
What size goal does my child
play on?
The Under 4,5&6 use a 4' x 6' goal.
The Under 7&8 use a 6'6" x 12' goal.
The Under 9&10 use a 6'6" x 18'6"
goal.
The Under 11&12 use a 7' x 21'
goal.
The Under 13 & older use a 7' x 24'
goal.
How many players are on the field
for games?
The Under 4,5&6 play 4 v 4 without a
goalkeeper.
The Under 7&8 play 4 v 4 which
includes a goalkeeper.
The Under 9&10 play 6 v 6.
The Under 11&12 play 8 v 8.
The Under 13 & older play 8 v 8 or if
we have the numbers will play 11 v 11.
What equipment does my child
need?
Shinguards & shoes. It also helps to
bring a ball to practice so each
player has a ball to practice with.
What equipment does the YMCA
supply?
Soccer jersey's, shorts & socks.
These uniforms are used for the fall
season, and if the player continues
in the spring, for that season as well.
What if I can't afford to pay?
The Brentwood Family YMCA does
not turn anyone away due to the
inability to pay membership or
program fees. Funds made
available for use in our financial
assistance program are provided
through our annual sustaining
campaign, "We Build People".
When are the soccer seasons?
Fall registrations are from mid June
to mid July. Practices begin in late
August. Games begin in early
September. The season ends mid
November. Spring registrations are
in January. Practices are in late
February. Games begin in early
March. The season ends mid May.
Can my child play up an age
division?
Yes, a player may play up an age
division but must note it on the
players registration form. Players
may NOT play down an age division.
Can I pick when my child
practices?
No, Practice times are picked by the
coaches after he/she receives their
rosters. Coaches are volunteers
therefore the practice times are at a
time that is convenient for the coach.
Can I change my child's team if
their practice time is
inconvenient?
Due to how we put teams together to
balance the skill levels we are not
able to accommodate all special
requests. If we cannot help you work
it out we will refund your fee.
Where are the practices and
games held?
We use the YMCA and Crockett
Park fields. Generally the U-6 and
younger practice and play at the
YMCA and the U-7 and older
practice and play at Crockett Park.
How can I sponsor my child's
team?
We are always looking for sponsors
for our teams. Contact the YMCA
Youth Sports Office at 373-9622
for details.
When can I expect to hear from
my child's coach?
The coaches meeting is Aug 20. We
encourage our coaches to call their
players as soon after as possible.
Although the first practices can
begin the week of Aug 24-28 some
coaches may not start until the
following week.
How are teams put together in
the Advanced League?
They are put together by the coach.