CSA Recreational Soccer

CSA Recreational Soccer

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COVID-19 POLICIES
- CURRENT COVID POLICIES
- SPRING 2020 CREDIT POLICY
SOUTH AREA PROGRAMS
- South Program Details By Location and Age
- Technical Training - Char/Mtws
- Uniforms & Required Equipment
- Policies and FAQ - SOUTH
NORTH AREA PROGRAMS
- CSA-North Program Details
  - CSA-North/Cabarrus (6U-15U)
  - Jr Academy Advanced Program/North
- Technical Training - North
- Uniforms and Required Equipment
- Policies & FAQ: North/Cabarrus/Mount Pleasant
Game Schedules
Field and Club Info

UPDATE 2-21-2021

Thank you for your interest in our Middle School and High School Programs.

We area bout to begin our season and all programs for Middle School and High School in South Charlotte are full and no longer accepting registrations.

IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO RECEIVE EMAIL REMINDERS ABOUT REGISTRATION FOR FUTURE PROGRAMS, PLEASE COMPLETE THE FORM BELOW.

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SPRING 2021 POLICIES

COVID-19 POLICIES - SPRING 2021

The program information offered below is based on CSA’s understanding of current situation based the Governor’s orders and other guidance as of December 1, 2020 and our best prediction of allowable activities on public properties for the upcoming months.

CSA is looking forward to seeing our new and returning families and we will make every effort to provide a great soccer experience, but like all of you, we are faced with much uncertainty due to the impact of the pandemic and the governing bodies' response.

Should you decide to register for Spring soccer, we ask for your understanding and flexibility, as changes to field assignments and dates may be necessary based on allowable activities, available venues and capacities.

PRIOR TO REGISTERING WITH CSA REC SOCCER, REVIEW THE DOCUMENTS BELOW.
You will be required to acknowledge that you have read, understand, agree and intend to comply with these policies.

CSA RETURN TO PLAY PLAN - Health and Safety Guidelines for Parents & Staff - CLICK HERE
UPDATED EFFECTIVE APRIL 30, 2021

CSA SEASON CANCELLATION & COMPENSATION POLICY - CLICK HERE

COMMUNICABLE DISEASE RELEASE AND WAIVER - CLICK HERE

GENERAL REGISTRATION INFORMATION

We understand that given the current situation, many families will choose to wait as long as possible before making a commitment to registering. Our programs will continue to accept players as long as we have spots available; however, you may be placed on a wait list at any time.

• OUR PROGRAMS HAVE LIMITED CAPACITY.
• REGISTER EARLY - REGISTRATION IS FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED.
• ONLY COMPLETED REGISTRATIONS ARE HONORED - CHECK YOUR EMAIL RECEIPT TO VERIFY REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT.

• IF A DIVISION IS FULL, YOU CAN REGISTER YOUR CHILD TO THE WAIT LIST AT NO COST AND YOU WILL BE CONTACTED WHEN SPACE IS AVAILABLE.
• DIVISIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CANCELLATION IF NOT SUPPORTED BY PLAYER COUNTS OR VOLUNTEERS.
• ASSIGNMENT OF PLAYERS IS DEPENDENT ON VOLUNTEER AVAILABILITY.

Spring 2021 Program information:Middle School and High School/South

Quick Facts about our SOUTH area programs for U14 (Middle School) and U19 (High School) programs.

Our program utilizes PARENT VOLUNTEER COACHES! Without coaches, there will not be teams! Please consider volunteering to coach your child's team. You can volunteer during registration and we offer discounted registration!

Our programs are TEAM-BASED, OPEN ENROLLMENT programs! There are no tryouts or evaluations for our general recreation programs. Teams are formed based on practice night and friend requests.

Season:	March 1 - May 23
Teams Offered:	Middle School (U14) Boys and Girls High School (U19) Boys and Girls
Practice Location:	McKee Road Park, 4201 McKee Road, Charlotte (MAP) Alternate nearby fields may be utilized if necessary, including by not limited to: JM Robinson Middle School, Davie Park, Hellenic Park, Flat Branch Park, OrthoCarolina Sportsplex, Colonel Beatty Park.
Game Locations:	Games are played against other soccer clubs at fields throughout the Charlotte/Matthews area.
Special Considerations:	Players registered for competitive soccer cannot participate in U14. Off-season competitive players must request permission prior to registering for 19U Contact [email protected] High School Varsity players cannot participate during their school soccer season.

SOUTH CHARLOTTE/MATTHEWS PROGRAM DETAILS
MIDDLE SCHOOL (U14) AND HIGH SCHOOL (U19)

Age Groups/Genders Offered
• Separate teams for boys and girls.

• U14: Primarily for Middle School age players in birth years 2007 & 2008
Playing in 14U is strongly recommended for players who are in middle school.
Players born August-December 2008 may choose to play 12U. Playing in 12U should be considered for less experienced players or players who are in elementary school.
Players born in August-December 2006 may choose to play "down" to 14U. Older players that are in middle school may request permission to play in 14U - contact [email protected]

• U19: High School Age Players
Birth Years 2003-2006 are eligible for 19U. Older players enrolled in high school are also eligible, please contact us at [email protected]. Players born in August-December 2006 or are in middle school may choose to play U14 instead. Playing in U14 is strongly recommended for players who are in middle school.

• Click here to review our Age Group Policies.
• For younger players or other locations, click here to return to the Program Summary page for all options.

Practice Information:
• One practice per week, at McKee Road Park, 4201 McKee Road, Charlotte (MAP) or other local fields.
• Alternate nearby fields may be utilized if necessary, including by not limited to: JM Robinson Middle School, Davie Park, Hellenic Park, Flat Branch Park,
OrthoCarolina Sportsplex, Colonel Beatty Park.
• Practice nights available: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, OR Thursday, based on coach availability.
• Practices are generally 6:45 to 7:45 or 7:45 to 8:45 as available.
• Players are assigned to a practice night and time based on coach availability & special requests.
• You can select one "blackout" night during registration.

See our FAQs for more information on practice nights, siblings and friend requests - click here!

Game Information:
• U14/Middle School and U19/High School teams participate in the Mecklenburg Area Recreational Soccer League.
• Games are played throughout the Charlotte area.
• 6-7 Games are scheduled per season on Saturdays and/or Sundays. Occasional weeknights may be needed for makeup games.

Fees and Policies
U14/Middle School Fee: $185 per season
U19/High School Fee: $185 per season

• No refunds for individual cancellations after January 31. Refunds are subject to a $50 administrative fee.
• Volunteer to coach your child's team and receive a discount.
• Uniform is NOT included in fee. Please see below.

Uniforms: Sky Blue Shorts, Jerseys and socks.
• We are using a new lighter blue uniform this season. However, If you have a blue CSA uniform from Spring 2020 you may continue to wear that version, if you choose AND it has a jersey number applied.
• Uniforms must be purchased separately if needed. Approximate cost $58 + tax and shipping.
• Uniforms for this age group must have a number on the back of the jersey.
• Click here for uniform ordering information and other required equipment.

Additional Information

REVIEW OUR COVID-19 POLICIES AND PROCEDURES AT THE TOP OF THIS PAGE - SCROLL UP.

Click here to check our our FAQ page and our Special Request Policies.

We need PARENT volunteer coaches!
CSA Curriculum and training provided!
Volunteer during registration or click here for more info!

Supplemental Training Available
Players of all ages are welcome to attend our FREE rec level supplemental training.
Sessions offered in South Charlotte and Matthews.
Please click here for details.

SPRING 2021 PROJECTED DATES - CALENDAR IS TENTATIVE!! We intend to provide a full season of soccer as outlined below. This plan is based on information currently available and is subject to change based on field availability and gathering limitations. For a detailed calendar, please follow our CSA Rec Soccer Google Calendar, click here to view. To subscribe to our calendar, click the +GOOGLE CALENDAR icon in the bottom right of the calendar view. Please note that not all events apply to all age groups or locations - read the details for the event! Check back often for updates and changes!
January 1	Registration Opens for Fall season.
	Our programs have limited capacity. Sign up early. Only PAID REGISTRATIONS are honored. When divisions are full, your child will be placed on the waitlist.
January 31	Last day to request an individual refund if you choose not to participate. Subject to administrative fees.
TBD	Team Assignments and Practice Nights emailed to parents
TBD	Coaches Clinic
February 23, 24, 25	Pre-season Camp (OPTIONAL) - More info TBA
March 1 - 5	First Week of Practices
Game Days (U14-U19)	Minimum of 6 Game Days To Be Determined. Games may be scheduled for Saturdays and Sundays in the season.
For a full Google Calendar, please click here.