Frequently Asked Questions (F.A.Q)
When are games played?
Most games are played on Saturday, but a few games or divisions play on Sunday due to field restrictions.
When is practice?
All in-town practices are usually held on the same field as games, with some exceptions.
PreK & K: Teams practice half hour before game time on Saturday.
Grades 1/2: One practice per week. Day and time are chosen by the coach.
In-town Grades 3/4/5 : One practice per week. Day and time are chosen by the coach.
In-town Grades 6/7/8 Coed: One practice per week. Day and time are chosen by the coach
All travel teams: Practices at the VVP, Dutile, or Akeson twice a week. Day and time chosen by the coach.
What do I wear?
No jewelry allowed, ESPECIALLY earrings. All jewelry must be removed before play. NOTE: Earrings of any kind (including studs) are not allowed. Please be advised NOT to have ears pierced close to or during the soccer season.
Pre-K, K: Uniforms are provided for all players at the beginning of the season. This shirt is to be worn at all games. Shin guards and socks to cover them must be worn. Sneakers are fine at this age. Long-sleeved shirts/light jackets are allowed, but team T-shirt must be worn over them. Long, lightweight pants are allowed in cooler weather.
Grades 1-8 In-Town: Uniforms are provided at the beginning of the season. Shin guards and socks to cover them must be worn. Long-sleeved shirts/light jackets are allowed, but uniforms must be worn over them. Long, lightweight pants are allowed in cooler weather.
All travel teams: Shin guards and socks to cover them are mandatory. Soccer cleats are required (no metal cleats). Uniforms are included in your registration fee. Altering the uniforms in any manner (i.e. putting names on) is not allowed by BYSA.
What do I bring to practice/games?
All players should try to bring their own ball to practice (size 3 for U8, size 4 for U10, U11, and U12, and size 5 for U14 and up) and should bring an appropriate amount of fluids according to the weather. Shin guards must be worn along with socks to cover them. Sneakers or soccer cleats, and a comfortable shirt and shorts are to be worn. Non-soccer cleats are not allowed.
How can I register?
Fall registration is usually open from May-July, and Spring registration is open Nov-Feb. The registration link/button will be prominently posted on the BYSA Home page. If you miss our registration window, you will see a link to our Waitlist. WE CANNOT PROMISE PLACEMENT IF YOU MISS REGISTRATION.
Players must try out for Travel programs. Tryouts are usually held May-June for the following year. Per Middlesex and State rules, players must try out in the spring in order to play at any time in the following year. Travel is a full-year commitment - once placed on a team, you will play on that team for both the Fall and Spring season.
When will I hear from a coach?
As soon as possible before the start of the season. Check your PlayMetrics account for updates.
Who do I contact if I have a question?
If you have a question, ask your child's coach. For further information, feel free to contact the appropriate person on the board. A complete list is provided under the About BYSA menu.