Kindergarteners play U6

First Graders play U7

Program Schedule - separate sessions for boys and girls

• U6: 8 sessions on Saturday afternoon
• U7: 8 sessions on Sunday afternoon
• 1 1/4 hour session. First half training and second half 3v3 games
• Both groups use size 3 soccer balls and small goals
• No goalies
• Fall program is ~ September to November
• Spring program is ~ April to June
   

Equipment

• Each In-Town player receives a SYSA tee shirt
• SYSA provides each coach with practice balls, cones, pinnies and first aid kit
• Players must wear their team shirt each week. On colder days the shirt must be worn over warmer clothing
• Players must wear soccer cleats or sneakers. Soccer cleats are not required, but are recommended
• Shin guards are required
• Soccer socks must be worn over shin guards so they are not exposed
• Each player should bring a water bottle
• Players are not allowed to wear jewelry, earrings, hats, or anything metal in their hair for safety reasons.

Parent Volunteers

• Parent volunteer coaches are essential to successfully run this program.
• Parents can sign up to volunteer on their child’s registration form.
• Each team must have two coaches for the program to work effectively.
• No previous experience is required.
• All coaches are strongly encouraged to take the G Coaching License. The 4-hour course will be offered prior to each season.
• Coaches will be provided with a weekly session plan.
• All necessary coaching equipment will be provided.
• A criminal background check (CORI) will be conducted on all youth coaches per Massachusetts law.