Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When do fields close and how can I find out?  The Clarke County Parks and Recreation Department determines when the fields need to close (always with thunder/lightening, often with heavy rain) and CCYSA disseminates that information via the hotline & field conditions email (provide your email on the registration form and you’ll get these automatically). Coaches can use their discretion to cancel a practice or jointly agree to cancel a game if the fields are open, but they feel the weather is too beastly. Communication to players and the referee coordinator is the responsibility of the coaches, in this situation. In general, however, soccer is an outdoor sport and the player should dress for the weather. Rain, cold or heat are not of themselves factors that cause cancellation of a game. If fields are closed, the hotline is updated by 7:30am on weekends and by 3pm on weekdays. Once fields are closed, they do not reopen that day. Hotline: 955-9002

Does CCYSA make up cancelled/rained out games?   Not all cancelled games are rescheduled, especially at the younger levels. If both teams involved wish to reschedule a cancelled game, they must notify the CCYSA representative and the Referee coordinator of their desire to reschedule and a proposed date/time. Once the game is rescheduled, the coaches will notify team members. Rescheduled games will take priority over practices for field access, but all impacted parties must be notified in advance.  Some seasons will have an entire weekend dedicated for making up rainouts.

Why are the soccer division age breakdowns Aug to July instead of being in line with the school age breaks?   The soccer breakdowns are driven by Virginia Youth Soccer, not Clarke County. But, if your child is on the edge of a break and wishes to play up with their grade, please note this on the registration form.  Players may play up a level on request, but older children may not play down a level.

When & where are practices held?  Practices will be held Monday through Friday from either 5-6pm or 6-7pm.  The U5/U6 teams will practice one night a week.  All other levels will practice two nights a week.  The practices will held either at the Clarke County Parks & Recreation Center or at Johnson Williams Middle School.  Each parent is responsible for getting their children to the practices & games.  The practice days & times are determined by the coach, therefore, the actual practice days for your team will not be known until teams are assigned.

What equipment is needed for each player?  Each player should come to practice and games prepared to play. Shin guards are mandatory for all players. They should also bring soccer shoes (molded soles), socks, a ball, a water bottle and dress for the weather. Shirts will be provided for games and must be worn for games. Long sleeve shirts may be worn under the team shirt. You may be able to obtain needed equipment through our Equipment Exchange program.  U6 players will receive a free soccer ball, as part of their registration.

When will I find out which team my son/daughter has been assigned?    The teams are finalized after late registration. The coaches’ meeting, held the week before practices start, includes disclosure of the roster and setting of practice day(s)/time(s). Coaches will notify team members in the days following that meeting. The CCYSA website will be updated with team information and practice schedules, as well as the season’s game schedules.

Where can I find a copy of the rules? The rules can be found on the USYouthSoccer website, under small sided games.  Click here to link to the site.

How many seasons are there & when do I need to register? There are 2 seasons each year (Fall & Spring).  Registration for the Fall season is usually held in June & July, with the actual season running from late August to end of October.  Registration for the Spring Season is usually held in January & February, with the season running from late March to the end of May.  Each season consists of 7 or 8 games per team, held on Saturdays, and 2 nights a week of practices (except our Under 6 division, which practices only 1 night a week).  When open, Registration is offered online or through the mail with the registration form (on the forms page of this site).