FAQs
What is U6-U11 House League?
This is a mini-soccer program for beginning players, which emphasizes fun and development over competition. All children 5 - 10 years old, regardless of skill level or experience, are welcome to join Bays United house league soccer.
Mission
To provide a fun, safe and positive environment for young soccer players and their families. House League stresses the value of participation and positive support over winning, and it is committed to helping players develop basic individual skills and team play.
Goals
- To introduce young players to the game of soccer, fostering a lifelong interest in the game and encouraging lifelong wellness.
- To develop basic individual skills and team play according to a logical teaching pathway.
- To provide long-term development and prepare players for full-sized 11-a-side soccer at U13.
Important Information for Players Registering for U-6
In order to register for U-6 soccer, a player must turn 5 prior to December 31 of the current playing season.
House League Start Dates 2010/11 Season
TBA
Game Times & Fields 2010/11 Season
All games Saturday mornings:
Details TBA
NOTE: Schedule and fields subject to change. As well, during the winter, some fields are moved due to school district or municipal restrictions during wet weather
When are team practices?
In addition to Saturday morning games, U9-U11 divisions meet for one hour on a weekday evening to practice. U6-U8 divisions do not practice during the week (i.e. they only meet at the time stipulated on Saturdays).
Team coaches will contact players during the week following your child's assessment to notify you of the first practice and/or game meeting. Practice times and locations for U9-U11 will not be known until late September.
What equipment do players need?
U6-U8 House League players must provide/wear proper soccer shoes, shin pads and black shorts. Bays United will provide socks and team t-shirts.
U9-U11 House League players must provide/wear proper soccer boots, shin pads and black shorts. Bays United will provide socks and team shirts. (Ask your coach about outlets for buying Bays United club shorts.)
Is it too late to sign up my child?
Probably not. We make an earnest effort to place every child that wants to play. We can't always do it, but we will try our best.
How do I register my child?
Register? Just click here
What age group will my child play in?
| Date of Birth |
Age Group (for 2010-11 season) |
| 2005 |
U6 |
| 2004 |
U7 |
| 2003 |
U8 |
| 2002 |
U9 |
| 2001 |
U10 |
| 2000 |
U11 |
My daughter is seven before Christmas. Should she play in U8 Girls or U8 Coed?
It's your choice, subject to availability (i.e. in Girls division). Please note: There is no girls-only program prior to U8.
I am concerned that my child is especially small/large for their age. Can they play down/up one division?
The "Playing up Policy" is listed under "Club Information" on this website. You can request to have your child assessed at an older or younger division. However, Bays generally recommends that your child attend their age-appropriate assessment (i.e. their birth year). Following the assessment session, the U6-U11 Technical Director and coaches may recommend that your child plays up or down an age level, if they have concerns about age suitability.
I am interested in coaching, assistant coaching, or managing a team. Who do I contact?
Please email the Division Coordinator for your child's age division, listed on this website under "Coordinators" under "Club Information."
I have concerns about the conduct of a coach, player or parent. Who can I contact to discuss my concern?
Please email in confidence the Division Coordinator for the age division concerned. A list of Division Coordinators and their email addresses is located on this website under "Coordinators." Alternatively, you may contact the U6-U11 Program Coordinator in confidence.