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U11-U12

November 24, 2019

Quick Reference

Format Age Level Play Time (minutes)^ Preferred Roster size Max (Roster) Min (Roster) Min (game day) Assistant Coach Offsides  Ball size Field size Goal Size
9 v 9 U11/12 2×30 12 15 10 7 Required* Yes 4 150×225 18×6.5

^ Break Time (minutes): U9 to U14 – 10 minutes.

* Coaches may choose to not have an assistant coach and in some cases, there will not be enough coaches available.

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 sessions/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. Coach’s recommendations are always helpful.

Additional Information

Base costs

  • $80 for Early Registration
  • $95 for late registration

Uniform

  • Each player is provided a jersey and participation medal for each player.
  • Players are required to provide their own shin guards, black shorts or pants, and soccer socks.
  • Soccer cleats are highly recommended but are not required.

Additional Benefits

  • Insurance is covered by the Michigan State Youth Soccer Association through Got Soccer.

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PO Box 112
Stevensville, MI  49127

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Lakeshore Youth Soccer Complex
6343 Cleveland Ave
Stevensville, MI 49127

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