Division Format

This division adheres to the rules/format of the Michigan State Youth Soccer Association (MSYSA) and the United States Soccer Federation (USSF) for all aspects of play and field/goal size.
 

• This division will play away games against other clubs (Berrien Springs, Bridgman, Coloma, Saint Joseph, South Haven, and so on). Games will most likely be on a weekday evening and/or on a Saturday morning over the course of a season.
   
• Teams in this division are equalized with a non-cut draft. For details on the Team Equalization process, please click here.
   
• A season consists of approximately ten games, plus additional practices.
   
• A game will consist of two, 30-minute halves with three USSF sanctioned referees at every home game.
   
• Game format is 9 v 9 with goalkeepers. 

Training

• An accredited program will be run by parent coaches that will focus on fun games and exercises.
   
• At their discretion, Coaches typically schedule practices prior to and throughout the season. 
   
• All training sessions/practices are held at the Rockey Weed Soccer Complex.
   
• Training session/games will most likely be on a weekday evening and/or on a Saturday morning.
   
• Players are allowed to play up to the next division (ie, age-appropriate U12 is allowed to play up to U14). The player should be in the top 10% players in their respective division before playing up and must be in the upper 33% of the division they are requesting to move to. Coaches recommendations are always helpful.

Additional Information

• All players receive a uniform kit, which includes jersey, shorts, and socks; and a participation medal at the end of the season.
   
• Insurance is covered by the Michigan State Youth Soccer Association through Got Soccer.