Clearcreek Youth Soccer Association

When does CYSA play?

CYSA teams play in the fall only.
Practices begin no earlier than August 1st for all divisions except Minors.

Candy 3 through Wings: In House
- Games being on 17 Aug 2024 and continue through October.
- Games are at Hazel Woods Park on Saturdays, usually between 8am - 2pm.
- No games are scheduled on Labor Day weekend.
- These division play 8 in-house games; number of games may vary based on number of teams.
- If there are not 4 teams for each of the Wing Boys or Wing Girls, the division with less than 4 teams will play Travel with Striker & Kicker.

Striker & Kicker: Travel 
- Games being on 24 Aug 2024 and continue through October.
- Home games are at Hazel Woods Park; away games are at other fields in the local area.
- No games are scheduled on Labor Day weekend.
- These division play 8 season games; number of games may vary based on number of teams.

Minors: Travel
- This is a co-ed high school division.
- Registration closes on Labor Day.
- Practices begin after Labor Day depending on coach availability.
- Home games are at Hazel Woods Park; away games are at other fields in the local area.

Post Season Tournament:
Candy 3 through Dribbler - No tournament.
Passer & Wing - 1st & 2nd place go to MVS tournament in the local area; 3rd place and beyond play in-house tournament at Hazel Woods Park.
Striker & Kicker - Play MVS tournament in the local area if they qualify in the standings.
Minors - No tournament.


What ages can play in CYSA? 

CYSA has teams for ages 3 - 19. 
The Teams are formed by gender with the exception of Candy 3, Candy 4 and Minors.
The age is based on the players' age on their birthday in the current year per the US Soccer Gold Standard which has been adopted by SAY National with the exception of the Candy 3, Candy 4 and Dribblers divisions. 
Specific divisions and birthday ranges are listed at on the Registration Info page. 

Playing Up / Above Age Division
Request must be in writing and emailed to [email protected] prior to the close of registration and is subject to space availability.
Late requests will not be honored.
The player must be registered in the division correct for their age.
Once the request is received, the parent will be contacted.
If the request is granted, the player will then be moved to the requested division by CYSA.

Playing Down / Below Age Division
Request must be in writing and emailed to [email protected] prior to the close of registration and is subject to space availability.
Late requests will not be honored.
The player must be registered in the division correct for their age.
Once the request is received, the parent will be contacted.
If the request is granted, the player will then be moved to the requested division by CYSA.
Requests to Play Down are generally for documented medical reasons.

Where do the teams play?

Candy 3 through Wings: In House
- Games are at Hazel Woods Park

Striker, Kicker & Minor: Travel
- Home games are at Hazel Woods Park; away games are at other fields in the local area.


Where do the teams practice and how often?

- All divisions practice at Hazel Woods Park.
- Practices are generally on weeknights subject to coach and field availability. 
- Candy 3 & 4 practice up to two times a week, at coach's discretion.
- All other divisions practice at least twice a week, at coach's discretion.
- With the exception of Candy 3 and Candy 4 teams, teams are formed using the blind draw method.
- CYSA cannot honor practice day/time requests.


What do the parents need to provide?

CYSA provides each player with a jersey, shorts and socks.  Every player needs bring a soccer ball, shin guards and a water bottle. Cleats are not required but strongly recommended. When the fields are wet the grass can be very slippery!  Cleats can not have a toe cleat.

It is important that each player have the appropriate size ball.

Candy 3 & 4    size 3
Dribblers          size 3
Passers           size 3
Wings              size 4
Strikers            size 4
Kickers             size 5
Minors              size 5

Please label your child's ball and water bottle!


 Can I request my child be placed on a team with a specific coach or player?

CYSA can only accept requests from players in the Candy & Dribbler divisions. SAY, our national governing organization, requires all other teams be formed using a 'blind draw' method. The only exception is that siblings playing in the same division may be placed on the same team, providing they meet any gender restriction.


 What are the fees and what is included?

Currently the registration fee is $80 per player with a family maximum of $190.00. A $20 late fee (family maximum of $210.00) will be assessed for registrations received after June 15th. Late fees do not apply to the Minors division because it starts later than the other divisions. Registration is closed on June 30th. A player is NOT considered registered until payment has been received.

Each registered player will receive a jersey, shorts and socks.


How long are the games and how many players per team? 

 When does registration begin for fall?

Registration begins in March and will end June 15th (normal $80 fee) and June 30th (with $20 late fee). Registration must be completed online. Payments must be made online.  Registration is NOT complete until payment has been received.


 Who determines field closings?

- The City of Springboro has a Field Closing Policy which CYSA will follow. 
- The CYSA Board may close fields due to the weather policy provided to coaches.

What is CYSA's weather policy?

CYSA games will be played as scheduled unless extreme weather conditions exist.
 
In case of inclement weather, the field referees can make the call to cancel a game at the field. If unsafe conditions develop at the field, either before or during a match, the referee(s) will stop play. In the event of electrical storms, play shall stop immediately and will resume only when sufficient time has elapsed to ensure that the storm has passed. Parents should assist the referee(s) by watching for lightning when storm conditions exist. All coaches and players should come to the field, unless the coach is notified prior to game time by a CYSA Official.

If a parent requests their child leave the field because they are uncomfortable with the weather or field conditions, the coach should honor the parent’s request to remove the child.

In extreme cases, CYSA officials may decide to cancel games. Conditions which may result in game cancellations include severe wet weather, extreme cold or snow. Should that occur, emails will be sent out to the coaches. The coaches should then contact the parents notifying them of the cancellations.
 

What is CYSA's refund policy?

Due to the cost incurred for uniforms, league fees, and insurance fees, no refunds shall granted unless there are extenuating circumstances before August 1st (e.g. new medical condition arises before July 1st, family moves out of area). 

All refund requests must be in writing and emailed to [email protected]

 Each request must include:

1.    Name of player
2.    Date of birth
3.    Reason for refund

Approved refunds will be completed within 90 days of receipt of the request.
 
  
EXCEPTIONS TO OUR REFUND POLICY

Refunds may be granted for the following exceptions:

· Players registered for Minors making a HS soccer team

· Players moving out of the Springboro-Clearcreek Twp. District, prior to August 1st. CYSA may request proof of move.

· Players who cannot participate due to an injury prior to August 1st. A doctor’s verification must be included with the request

· CYSA was unable to place a player on a team

  
Refunds will NOT be granted for the following reasons:

· Coach dissatisfaction
· Schedule/time conflicts

What should I do if my child is injured?

When an injury occurs, the parent or guardian should inform the coach who has instructions in their coach's manual.