P.O. Box 537
Fairfax, VA. 22030
FPYC Hotline:
703-591-FPYC (3792)
Email: dosfpycsoccer@yahoo.com
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P.O. Box 537 Fairfax, VA. 22030
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FPYC Hotline: 703-591-FPYC (3792)
Email: dosfpycsoccer@yahoo.com |
1. At what age does travel soccer begin? FPYC's travel program begins at "Under 9" (U-9). Eight year olds are our youngest travel soccer players. Age groups are organized by birth dates and are similar to the public school calendar year. Example: For the 2001/2002 soccer year, players born on August 1, 1993 through July 31, 1994 will play as U-9s.
2. How does my child tryout for a travel team? With FPYC, there are 2 ways your child can try out. At registration, whether on-line or in person, simply check the travel try out box and the coach of the age-appropriate team will contact you. You can also contact a coach directly by phone or email. Team contact information can be found on the FPYC website at www.fpycsports.com under "Soccer">"travel program">"travel teams".
3. Is Travel more competitive than House? Yes. Travel leagues are organized into "divisions" with approximately 10 teams in each division. Division I is the most competitive or skilled and higher-numbered divisions (IV, V, and VI) are composed of developing teams. Under 11 (U-11) and older teams enter league play at the lowest division and progress upward according to their win/loss/tie record per season. The youngest travel soccer teams (Under 9 and Under 10) are randomly assigned to color-coded divisions (Red, Blue, etc.) and are allowed to develop before their w/l/t records produce rank at U-11.
4. How much does it cost for my child to play travel soccer? The cost varies from season to season and from team to team, but typically is $100-$300 per season, including the $60.00 registration fee charged to all FPYC soccer players. Additionally, many teams off set these costs with fundraising in various forms.
5. How many players are on a team? Under 9 and Under 10 teams have a roster maximum of 14 players. Under 11 through Under 19 age groups can roster up to 19 players.
6. When does the travel season begin? The fall season begins after Labor Day and the spring soccer season begins in late March or early April. Each season is about 10 weeks long during which eight or nine games are played. At least once weekend is held open for make-up games.
7. How many times a week is practice held? Most teams practice 2-3 times a week for an hour to an hour and a half each.
8. What day of the week do travel teams play? Usually Sundays between the hours of 9:00 am and 4:00 pm. An occasional Saturday game is not uncommon.
9. How far away are games played? Most games are played in the Washington , DC metropolitan area, but there are occasional exceptions outside the area.
10. What's my involvement as a parent? Great question! You've nurtured your child's enjoyment of the game. In travel soccer, parents have the opportunity to teach life lessons while helping each child hone their athletic ability.
COMMITMENT - Every player is expected at all practices, games, and tournaments. Assuring attendance is vital! (Coaches agree that parent/player commitment is the most important characteristic each family can bring to the team.)
TEAMWORK - Each player is a valued member with strengths and weaknesses. Working with the coach for positive change is paramount.
SPORTSMANSHIP - Players are responsible for their behavior before, during and after practices and games. Direction/correction is the coach's job. Officiating is the ref's job. Cheering the players is YOUR job!